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I'm a 39 year old wife and mother HW 299 CW 287 I'm scheduled for June 23. Due to my BMI I didn't have to jump through a lot of hoops. It's great how supportive the group is. Dr Carlin out of Henry Ford Hospital Detroit.

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Welcome to the madness, Mrs Harris!

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I am still waiting for my family doctor to submit my records. . I am eager to get started. I think I have to do the 3 month weightloss program. I am 267 5'4 and have lots of medical issues. I submitted my release form two weeks ago. How long should this take before I can schedule appt

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Welcome to both Mrs. Harris and Kpar909956 :) best wishes for smooth sailing. This is a great place for questions and encouragement.

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Hey I'm new as well ! HW 317 CW 317 on my work ups for the surgery to take place in August 2014 I'm excited about it and nervous at the same time. I live in New York .

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I am a newbie too! My surgery date is not until July 22.

Good luck to us all!

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How long did it take for your doctor to send copies of medical records? I am waiting on this before they will schedule first appointment

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Kpar, I am not sure who you are asking but in my case they didn't need medical records to schedule first appointment.

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What happens at my first appointment? Should my husband be with me

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I didn't need records sent over either. I received a packet of info from surgeons office before my appt. I highly suggest bringing a support person to all appts if possible. My hubby does not support my decision . Most visits I was alone. But I was ok with that. My mom is my greatest support throughout this entire process. He believes I should just work out (he is over weight too).

Anyone can contact me

Nrmharris@yahoo.com

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I am a newbie too! My surgery date is not until July 22.

Good luck to us all!

Hey me too!! Im counting down the days!!

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What happens at my first appointment? Should my husband be with me

Yes because he can help you remember what the doctor says and ask questions you may not think of. His support will be important during recovery too!!

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Thank you everyone for the information. My husband supports me since it will help my medical issues. I am going to call and schedule appointment without them having my medical records. I am ready to get started. Nervous and excited

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I'm a 39 year old wife and mother HW 299 CW 287 I'm scheduled for June 23. Due to my BMI I didn't have to jump through a lot of hoops. It's great how supportive the group is. Dr Carlin out of Henry Ford Hospital Detroit.

Dr. Carlin is awesome. He sleeved both the wife and I. My wife just had her Surgiversary and is down 120 lbs. I am 16 weeks post-op and down 71 lbs sine 2/3/14 and 119 lbs since mid December 2013. Its an incredible journey you are about to take. Your life will change for ever...all for the better. Life is awesome now. Good luck

We will be looking to see you at the support meetings the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month. Ask Wanda about the time and location.

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BwaltD, I have a question- how much Water can go down with medicine? I need drink at least 8oz with thyroid medicine- wondering how that will work?

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