sunsetsue 67 Posted December 3, 2016 Hello, I would love to meet some new friends to go through/ support each other in this journey. My surgery date is December 12 Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dennisfromqueens 0 Posted December 3, 2016 Where at in NYC? I had my sleeve done back in June and I've been going to the post-opt support group meetings in Queens. Met some really supportive people there. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sunsetsue 67 Posted December 3, 2016 Where at in NYC? I had my sleeve done back in June and I've been going to the post-opt support group meetings in Queens. Met some really supportive people there. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Chelsea Manhattan NY How are you feeling? I really need to be part of a support group I'm doing this without any support whatsoever Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dennisfromqueens 0 Posted December 3, 2016 I feel amazing!! The first couple of weeks before and after surgery were tough because we have to do everything we weren't doing before; like Portion Control, watching what we eat and exercising, but it's all worth it. My only regret is that I didn't do it 3 years ago when I first heard about it. Right before surgery I was down to 322lbs from 352lbs. I had sleep apnea and high blood pressure. Now six months later, I'm down to 248lbs, no sleep apnea, no blood pressure meds, I can even run faster then my 10 year old son. I go to the gym a lot which helps tremendously but even if you just walk everyday you'll feel great! Some have more complications then others, so it takes more time to adjust to your new eating habits but I've never talked to anyone that says they wish they never got wls. Not sure if you wanna travel all the way to Queens for the support group. Ask your surgeon about any support groups near you. We have one guy that works downtown but he lives in Long Island so when they have the meeting he stops in on his way home. Not sure if it'll be that easy for you Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
msjessy323 184 Posted December 3, 2016 I'm having my surgery on Jan 30th. I wish I would of done last year but I just wanted to do my research and make sure I would be mentally, emotionally and physically prepared. Its a life changing experience that you cannot change back too. I'm having the Gastric sleeve and look forward to the positive changes. I was 245 b4 I went to the seminar, 236 at my first appt after the seminar and now I'm down to 224 lbs. Im so focused , anxious, excited and nervous but it's all to get my health issues in order. I have heart disease, high blood pressure and at the beginning level of diabetes. Sent from my SM-J700T using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
msjessy323 184 Posted December 3, 2016 Im having my surgery at Bellevue Hospital. Sent from my SM-J700T using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Simplyrosie 113 Posted December 3, 2016 Hey! I'm from Queens NY! I'm just beginning my journey, I get a date for surgery Jan 6th! Wish you the best with your surgery!!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
msjessy323 184 Posted December 3, 2016 Where are having your surgery? I'm from Williamsburg Brooklyn . Thank you. ] Sent from my SM-J700T using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Simplyrosie 113 Posted December 3, 2016 Oh Willy B! Im out there almost every weekend! I'm having mine done in Brooklyn. Wycoff Hospital. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sunsetsue 67 Posted December 3, 2016 I feel amazing!! The first couple of weeks before and after surgery were tough because we have to do everything we weren't doing before; like Portion Control, watching what we eat and exercising, but it's all worth it. My only regret is that I didn't do it 3 years ago when I first heard about it. Right before surgery I was down to 322lbs from 352lbs. I had sleep apnea and high blood pressure. Now six months later, I'm down to 248lbs, no sleep apnea, no blood pressure meds, I can even run faster then my 10 year old son. I go to the gym a lot which helps tremendously but even if you just walk everyday you'll feel great! Some have more complications then others, so it takes more time to adjust to your new eating habits but I've never talked to anyone that says they wish they never got wls. Not sure if you wanna travel all the way to Queens for the support group. Ask your surgeon about any support groups near you. We have one guy that works downtown but he lives in Long Island so when they have the meeting he stops in on his way home. Not sure if it'll be that easy for you Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Queens is not that far depends what part. That's awesome keep up the good work. My daughter is the main reason I'm doing this. I want to be as active as I can. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sunsetsue 67 Posted December 3, 2016 Where are having your surgery? I'm from Williamsburg Brooklyn . Thank you. ] Sent from my SM-J700T using the BariatricPal App Heyy I'm also from Brooklyn! I'm having my surgery at NYU Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
msjessy323 184 Posted December 3, 2016 Good luck Sent from my SM-J700T using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sunsetsue 67 Posted December 3, 2016 Good luck Sent from my SM-J700T using the BariatricPal App Thank you. Good luck to you too Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
msjessy323 184 Posted December 4, 2016 Thank you Sent from my SM-J700T using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Seagull 140 Posted December 4, 2016 (edited) I'm on LI, had surgery in June @ Maimonidies in Brooklyn, down 108 as of this morning Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Edited December 4, 2016 by Seagull Share this post Link to post Share on other sites