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    Default Hello from a Newbie!

    Hi, all! Just getting started on this road - in fact, I haven't even picked my doctor yet. I've struggled with my weight for about 15 years, and have solidly been above 270 since having my youngest daughter 6 years ago. I am 34 and ready to get this under control - my mom had it done in August after a decade of diabetes, heart problems, and slow burning luekemia. So far, I don't have health issues, other than being Celiac, and I want it to stay that way.
    Looking forward to getting to know you!


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    Gastric Sleeve Member Tamera2's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
    Name
    Tamera Anderson
    Surgery date
    01/24/2017
    Surgeon
    Dr Mario Almanza
    Join Date
    Jan 2017
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    Vancouver Wa
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    Default Re: Hello from a Newbie!

    Hi Rebecca, this was the best thing I ever did. My life and quality of life is a million times better. My health as improved a lot. I went from barely able to walk up a flight of stairs to climbing mountains,bike riding,running. I'm happy to answer any questions. Good for you to take control of your life. I have before and after pics you can see. Ive lost 121lbs in less than a year.
    Highest weight- 288 / Wt at Surgery 268
    1 month 236 -29lbs 2 month 214 -22lbs 3 month 206 -08lbs 4 month 196 -10lbs 5 month 185 -11lbs 6 month 178 -7lbs 7 month 172 -6lbs 9mos -12lbs 156 13mos later wt.144lbs, Wt.138 -150lbs in 15mos

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    Gastric Sleeve Member Tommy1969's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
    Name
    Tom
    Surgery date
    02/14/2017
    Surgeon
    Dr. Tieu
    Join Date
    Feb 2017
    Last Activity
    06-07-2019 06:54 PM
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    Melbourne, Florida
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    Default Re: Hello from a Newbie!

    No regrets here aside from not doing it sooner! Best of luck with your journey. This is a great site for resources and support.

    Regards,

    Tommy



    Original Weight - 479
    Day of Surgery - 459
    Month 1 - 438
    Month 2 - 418
    Month 3 - 409
    Month 6 - 389

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    Gastric Sleeve Member GigiUSA's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
    Surgery date
    07/03/2017
    Surgeon
    Dr. Mario Almanza
    Join Date
    Apr 2017
    Last Activity
    02-05-2018 11:36 AM
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    Indiana
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    Default Re: Hello from a Newbie!

    Welcome to the site! You are in the right place for amazing support and a wealth of information and experience from countless others traveling along the same journey. Everyone here is fantastic!! As you move forward, be sure to post your experiences so you can help others too. Most importantly ~ here's wishing you MUCH SUCCESS (hugs)



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    Gastric Sleeve Member ghost_ryder's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
    Name
    Greg
    Surgery date
    08/23/2016
    Surgeon
    Dr Doyle
    Join Date
    Jun 2016
    Last Activity
    11-26-2018 07:18 AM
    Location
    Maryland
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    Default Re: Hello from a Newbie!

    Welcome Rebecca. I hope you get what you are looking for. You will certainly be amazed at what you are capable of with this tool.



    HW - 341 - June 1
    SW - 319 - 8/23 (-22)
    1mn - 286 - Sept 23 (-33) -total 55
    2mn - 274 - Oct 23 (-12) -total 67
    3mn - 263 - Nov 23 (-11) -total 78
    6mn - 238 - Feb 23(-25) - total 103
    9mn - 230 - May 23 (-8) - Total 111
    10mn - 226 - June 23 (-4) Total 115
    11mn - 226 - July 23 (0) Total 115

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    Gastric Sleeve Member Christie13's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
    Name
    Christie
    Surgery date
    11/03/2016
    Surgeon
    Dr. Wright
    Join Date
    Nov 2016
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    09-12-2019 04:13 PM
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    Default Re: Hello from a Newbie!

    Welcome Rebecca!! So much better to do this now before the health issues pile on. It is good that you have your mother who has been through it as a support. Good luck!



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