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Is there anyone in the North Seattle/ Lynnwood, WA area going through this? Looking for a sleeve buddy. Funding secured, and having my first appt May 8th. A bit freaked out, but I have a lot of support from my wife and family, so I know we will get through this... still scary as hell, however :)

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I am 5 months into the process. I live in the lake Stevens area. Good luck :)

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Definitely scary, but well worth the journey. Remember, this WLS is a tool and you have complete control on whether it works or not. It does take a little getting used to, but stay focused, ask questions & no doubt you WILL succeed!

Best of luck!

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I had my sleeve done in 12/2013 I lived in Mukilteo.

Recently moved to DC though. I went to NWWLS and it was wonderful! Wishing you luck.

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Snohomish here, surgery date is June 11th, ack! It is getting closer!

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Hey. I'm pre-op with no date yet. Half way through 6-month medically supervised diet. I'll looking toward Fall or next winter for a date, but I'm in North Seattle - like Northgate area. Good Luck!

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Thanks for all the support and well wishes. I really appreciate it. A week from today I will have a better grasp of the process as I meet with my surgeon. Still new on this path, but resolved to press forward now that funding is secured. Funny...I have more fear over the prospect of loosing my job over this than the surgery itself. As an independent contractor, working through a staffing agency who places me in a job I have been for over three years, I have seen peoples contracts cancelled for less. Granted, my life means more... yet it is a form of stress that I need to learn to walk with... and definitely not worth giving too much power to something that hasn't even happened yet ;) Im not even sure if I qualify for the FMLA, but will definitely pursue the paperwork in case it can help.

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Snohomish here, surgery date is June 11th, ack! It is getting closer!

Best wishes to you, and peace to you as you walk this path of personal power. Excited for you!

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Hey. I'm pre-op with no date yet. Half way through 6-month medically supervised diet. I'll looking toward Fall or next winter for a date, but I'm in North Seattle - like Northgate area. Good Luck!

Thank you MisforMimi, and good luck to you as you walk this path. I appreciate the cheers!

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What clinic are your going to? I am preop and have chosen NWWLC in Everett. I highly recommend attending one of their monthly support groups. You will learn much from those that have already had the surgery. Most are back at work in one week. I plan on taking 2 weeks when I get to that point.

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What clinic are your going to? I am preop and have chosen NWWLC in Everett. I highly recommend attending one of their monthly support groups. You will learn much from those that have already had the surgery. Most are back at work in one week. I plan on taking 2 weeks when I get to that point.

This is indeed where I am going. I appreciate the advice on the monthly meetings, and will definitely attend the next one. Thank you for the idea!

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Me too! NWWLS that is:-D

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Me too! NWWLS that is:-D

DR. Chock was fabulous! I love NWWLS and Leigh had been so helpful with all the billings too.

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Yep, Dr. C ' s the best, my surgery date is June 11th

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Had my appt today, and my date is July 9! Me=excited!

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