Looking for Hamiltonians

[anewme2015 345]

Hi! I just joined today. I'm 41 years old, live in Ancaster and I'm in the preliminary stages of gastric bypass- research and referral. I'm looking for local women for support and information, preferably women who are going through or have gone through gastric bypass at St. Joe's in Hamilton. Is there a local group or anyone open to chat?

[anewme2015 345]

At this point I feel like I'm talking to myself but I will continue to do so in hopes that another Person having their surgery in Hamilton will see this. At this point, my Dr.'s referral to the Bariatric Centre is done. She planned blood work and a sleep study. Waiting to hear if OHIP approves me otherwise I'll likely self-pay. I'd love to connect with other Hamiltonians if you're out there.

[CanadianGirl74 12]

Hello, I'm not from Hamilton but I'm not too far away. I live in Acton and am hoping to have the bypass this year. What procedure are you thinking of getting done?

[anewme2015 345]

Hello, I'm not from Hamilton but I'm not too far away. I live in Acton and am hoping to have the bypass this year. What procedure are you thinking of getting done?

Hello! I'm hoping for a gastric bypass. Early stages. I've had the referral and now I'm waiting for the orientation sessions. I have an apt for a sleep study but so far that's it. Where are you in the process?

[CanadianGirl74 12]

I have to meet with the nutritionist next Friday and then hopefully they will tell me when I can meet the surgeon. I'm hoping to have the surgery by the end of the year but I think that's wishful thinking.

[anewme2015 345]

I have to meet with the nutritionist next Friday and then hopefully they will tell me when I can meet the surgeon. I'm hoping to have the surgery by the end of the year but I think that's wishful thinking.

Let us know how the nutrition apt goes. Hopefully you'll see the surgeon soon. Have you done the psych apt? I'm curious how long from referral it took for you to get an orientation apt. I'm eager to start something! Lol

[CanadianGirl74 12]

I believe my doctor sent in my referral in March and my first appt was in June. It's a very long process...

[anewme2015 345]

I believe my doctor sent in my referral in March and my first appt was in June. It's a very long process...

How did your appointment with the nutritionist go?

[anewme2015 345]

I got an appointment at the Bariatric clinic for the Orientation session! FINALLY! It's amazing how that little piece of mail just make me SOOO HAPPY! lol I'm on my way at last!

[cab127 65]

I am not from Hamilton, I am in Brampton . I started this journey in August 2014 . I have to complete a stress test and then hopefully meet with the surgeon.

[anewme2015 345]

I am not from Hamilton, I am in Brampton . I started this journey in August 2014 . I have to complete a stress test and then hopefully meet with the surgeon.

Hey! My brother lives in Brampton so I know it well! You've already had your orientation and you started in August too!? Lucky you! Hey, we'll have to compare notes since we're beginning the process at the same time. Feel free to private message me if you want. good luck on the atress test. THAT'S the only thing that really freaks me out. How sad is that? Lol the exercise concerns me. You mean I have to mooooove!?!?

[cab127 65]

Hey! My brother lives in Brampton so I know it well! You've already had your orientation and you started in August too!? Lucky you! Hey, we'll have to compare notes since we're beginning the process at the same time. Feel free to private message me if you want. good luck on the atress test. THAT'S the only thing that really freaks me out. How sad is that? Lol the exercise concerns me. You mean I have to mooooove!?!?

I would love to private message you . How do I do that?

[anewme2015 345]

I've sent you a private message. You should be able to access it and reply either through your messages or notifications.

[anewme2015 345]

Still holding out hope that I'll meet some people doing their surgeries at St. Joseph's in Hamilton!

[CanadianGirl74 12]

Still holding out hope that I'll meet some people doing their surgeries at St. Joseph's in Hamilton!

Hi anewme2015, how is your progress so far? My surgery is scheduled for Jan 21st. Getting kind of nervous but also excited to finally start this journey.