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Old 05-16-2005, 10:52 AM   #1 (permalink)
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Thumbs up First Step Taken!!!!!
One small step for me ... one giant leap to becoming a "loser"!

I've just been in contact with L.A. Bariatrics at the Daniel Freeman Hospital.

They are sending me an information package along with an 8 page questionaire. Once I have this, they will schedule me for a consultation. I was told I will be interviewed by the surgeon. Kind of surprised as I figured I wouldn't get to talk to "the man" until everything has been settled.

The person I talked to was very pleasant and patient with me, it was nice for a change, having a doctor's office who seems to actually understand how I feel.

It sounds strange, but I'm not sure how to feel right now. I'm having a brain rush, with lot's of questions. I'm an emotional person, but right now I don't feel any real emotion, just a kind of a relief. Does this make sense?



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Woohoo Pat!!! And yes it makes perfect sense! The one thing I have noticed through all this, is the emotional roller coaster I am on, on a daily basis! I hope all goes well, and fill that packet out right away! And look at your handsome self!
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You know what many GBS office have in common? Many of their staff had the procedure too! At Dr Callery's office Alicia had it! So you will find that many times the staff with have alot of empathy and know just how you felt as well!

Glad you are one steop closer to the losing side! IS that you in the avatar, or just some hot guy download pic?
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Old 05-16-2005, 12:34 PM   #4 (permalink)
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IS that you in the avatar, or just some hot guy download pic?

Shucks Bridget, your making me blush!
Yes - that's me. I figured all you sweet and wonderful people needed a face to go with the name.

Thank you - your so kind!
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Good for you Patrick! I'm right there with you at the beginning stages of the journey... Congrats!
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Good for you Patrick! I'm right there with you at the beginning stages of the journey... Congrats!
That's great Michelle. Keep in touch on the forum - we can do this together!

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Congratulations on your first step! It's a big one! Good luck and keep us posted! You're a cutie pie by the way!!

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Glad to hear you are another step closer! And that is a great picture!
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I understand how you feel! When my office called me with an actual date, I was "OMG, what have I done, it's too soon!" (it was six weeks in advance). It has taken awhile to sink in, and I don't think it really will until after the actual procedure is done. You ROCK for taking the first step! I always knew my hubby needed it, but it was HUGE for me to realize I could have it done too. Took a lot of courage for me to ask my GP to make a referral for me. I haven't looked back since

Hang in there, and keep us posted!
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CONGRATS!!!! It may be a bumpy road but oh so worth it!
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