| Sylvia
Putman
|
Sept. 29, 2001
Sylvia of Bakersfield, CA began her journey with open RNY
surgery performed by Dr. Rumsey on Nov. 9, 2000. She
has since lost 110 in 10 months. Sylvia can now walk
and doesn't have to cringe when she sits in a chair.
People now speak to her rather than just staring.
She fits behind the wheel of her car, she goes on rides
with her grandchildren, and she buys clothes off the rack.
She could go on and on. Send Sylvia your best at sildollz@aol.com
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| Janae
Osburn
|
Sept. 29, 2001
Janae is from Tulare, CA and had open RNY surgery on April
4, 2000 performed by Dr. Laurence Tanaka of Pacific
Bariatrics. Janae has lost 148 pounds and hopes to
lose another 16 to reach goal. Janae says this is the best
thing she has ever done for herself in her entire life!
She would do it every year if necessary to maintain what
she has now. She is a much more self confident, happy,
energetic and positive person than she was 18 short months
ago. She thanks God for bringing this surgery to her
attention. Send bestwishes to Janae at MsNrse063@aol.com
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| Cindy
Palermo
|
Sept. 27, 2001
Cindy of Visalia, CA had lap RNY surgery on Aug. 16, 2000
performed by Dr. Edward Felix of Fresno, CA and has lost
125 pounds. Cindy says her life has just started
again. She feels like a real person, not like she's
just on the outside looking in. She has more confidence
than she ever thought that she could. Her life is great.
Cindy would still like to lose another 10 pounds, but life
is still great!!!! Send congrats to Cindy at Bryytteyes110@cs.com
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| Stacy
Cronin
|
Sept. 27, 2001
Stacy of Cincinnati, OH had lap RNY surgery performed by
Dr.. Emma Patterson on Feb. 2, 2001 and has lost 130
pounds so far in 7 months. Stacy says she could
never list all the differences that surgery has made in
her life!! She is so much healthier and happier. She
feels as if she has returned to the land of the living!!
Once again, she loves life and what it has to offer. Send
congratulations to Stacy at Stacy2@peoplepc.com
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| Cindy
Lou Clemens
|
Sept 26, 2001
Cindy Lou of Pemberton, NJ had open RNY surgery on
September 10, 1999 performed by Dr. David Greenbaum. Since
her surgery she has lost an incredible 323 pounds.
Cindy Lou says that she is new in every way. She can
breathe, walk, run, play and enjoy the life that she has
now. She thanks God for weight loss surgery.
Rejoice with Cindy Lou at ptl4wls@mailnewjersey.com
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| Brenda
Taylor
|
Sept. 14, 2001
Brenda of Anderson, CA had RNY surgery performed by Dr.
Alfred Wetter on Jan. 27, 2001 and has lost 130 pounds.
Brenda is off all diabetes medications and has no more
sleep apnea. Her thyroid medication has been cut in half.
She is able to exercise every day, and can cross her legs!
She wears a size 4 petite and sometimes even a 2! She just
feels good! Send best wishes to Brenda at skahappy@earthlink.net
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| Kim
Charlote
|
Sept. 25, 2001
Kim of Henrietta, NY had open RNY surgery performed by Dr.
Harry Sax on Mar, 22, 2001. In less than 6 months,
Kim has lost 129 pounds. Kim says that this surgery was
the best decision she ever made. She is Free!!! She
has her life back. It brings tears to her eyes at
times when she reflects back on how sad and miserable she
was at 318 pounds. Kim is now at 189 and counting,
and each day is a new adventure. Send congratulations to
Kim at bigblock318@yahoo.com
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| Cheryl
Taylor
|
Sept. 23, 2001
Cheryl of Goldsboro had open RNY surgery on May 6, 1996
performed by Dr. Paul Cunningham and has maintained a 135
pound weight loss. Say hello to Cheryl at crzytaylor@aol.com
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| Susan
Huntzinger
|
Sept 21,2001
Susan of Glendale, CA had lap RNY surgery performed by Dr.
Julie Ellner on April 2nd, 2001 and in 5 months has lost
102 pounds. Susan says life has changed significantly.
In fact most of the ways that she interacts with the world
has been altered. Her clothing size has
decreased from size 26 Women to a size 16 or 18 Misses.
Being named the Member-of-the-Month (September '01) at her
gym was fairly significant for this former non-exerciser.
Success has been achieved --- even if there is still
another 75 lbs to go. Susan says the tool works because
she works the tool (and the program). It takes
dedication, motivation, and discipline. The surgery
makes it do-able. Congratulate Susan at Shuntz11@aol.com
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| Margaret
Houseworth
|
Sept. 19, 2001
Margaret of Detroit MI had open duodenal switch surgery
performed by Dr. Lutrzykowski on April 26th and has lost
100 pounds. Margaret says the surgery has had a tremendous
impact on her life. She feels so much better. She is
able to perform her job duties as a paramedic for the
Detroit Fire Department better. She can get around
better in the back of the ambulance and is able to walk up
several flights of stairs without getting winded. She can
carry more equipment to the patient's side. She has so
much energy it is unbelievable. Her husband can't
keep up with her when they go out now. She is so
grateful for her second chance at life. Margaret
asks God to bless Dr. Lutrzykowski. Send Margaret
congratulations at msstar@ameritech.net
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| Cindy
Sickelsmith
|
Cindy of Ellwood City, PA had lap RNY surgery on July
25th, 2001 performed by my surgeon, Dr. Phil Schauer. She
has lost 111 pounds. Cindy says the surgery gave her
a life! Prior to surgery, she never wanted to do anything
or go anywhere. Now she feels like the Energizer Bunny.
She keeps going and going! She now feels like the
person she always felt she should have been. Cindy says
she will always be grateful that she had the surgery.
Congratulate Cindy at cindys@zoominternet.net
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| Jane
Bowser
|
Sept. 10, 2001
Jane of Brookville, PA had RNY surgery performed by my
surgeon, Dr. Schauer, on March 5th, 2001 and has lost 112
pounds. Jane says, "I feel good about myself. I
even tuck my shirts into my pants. That's a first
since high school!!! I am not depressed anymore. I
like doing physical things now. I love water!!!
I like the compliments. I am soooo happy!!!"
Send Jane your best at legacy@penn.com
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| Barbara
Acrey
|
Sept. 7, 2001
Barbara of Cedar Bluff, AL had her open RNY surgery March
13th, 2001. In less than 6 months, she has lost 101
pounds. Barbara feels like a new person. Her feet don't
ache anymore and she can do so much more with her kids
without giving out. She loves to get out and talk to
people. Barbara says she always felt like a smaller person
trapped inside a huge body. The gastric bypass surgery was
a God-send for her. Send congratulations to Barbara at acerycon@peop.tdsnet.com
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| Kathryn
Wilson
|
Kathryn of Chevy Chase, MD has had incredible success
since her open RNY surgery on Feb. 15, 1995 performed by
Dr. William Marcus. She has lost 202 pounds!
Kathryn says she wakes up every day excited and motivated
to do all the things she couldn't do at 350 pounds.
Send her congratulations at irishangel32@hotmail.com
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| Doris
Poquette
|
Doris of St. Regis Falls, NY began her weight loss surgery
journey with RNY surgery performed by Dr. Merkel on July
31, 2000. She has lost 120 pounds and says about
herself that she is so much healthier than she was and
feels so much better about herself. She looks better,
feels better, and is much happier! She had two total knee
replacements which she probably would not have needed if
she would have had surgery earlier. She is off most of her
medication. She can move around so much better now and can
fit in places she never could before. Send Doris
congratulations at joepoq@westelcom.com
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| Nancy
Hartmann
|
Nancy had RNY surgery on Jan. 4, 2001 performed by my
surgeon, Dr. Schauer, and has lost 114 pounds already.
She hasn't been her current weight since the 6th grade.
But the best part of all is how much healthier she is.
Nancy had 17 morbidities going into her surgery. She
had extremely bad heart disease, high blood pressure, and
the need for hip and knee replacements. Well, the hospital
staff watched her like a hawk. Now, between her
cardiologist and the surgeons, she is straightened out.
She has a pace maker now that she has lost so much weight
and it keeps her heart in rhythm. Nancy wants to
reassure pre-op patients that are afraid of surgery that
they will be watched like a hawk and all problems will be
addressed. Send congratulations to Nancy at hartmannj@msx.upmc.edu
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| Carole
Lakomec
|
January 1, 2002
Update: Carole reports that she has now lost 149 pounds
and is less than 9 months post-op. She is still
troubled by a wound infection, but feels great!
8/2/01
Carol's open RNY surgery was performed on April 2, 2001 by
Dr. Christian Tvetenstrand and in 4 months Carol has lost
107 pounds. Carole says she feels great with the exception
of her wound infection and not being able to walk only
with a walker. Her wound which was caused by a Staph
infection, is healing, but it is very slow. Send
Carole congratulations at clakomec@aol.com
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| Michelle
Anderson
|
8/18/01
Michelle had open RNY surgery performed by Dr. Kolenich in
Greenville, PA. on Feb. 1st, 2001. Now 6 1/2 months
later she has lost 100 pounds. Michelle goes out dancing,
and has done several firsts in her life including her
first plane ride. She feels like a new person and is
not afraid to go in public anymore. She never
thought she could be this person. Send Michelle best
wishes at brianna@advntr.com
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| Sherline
Allen
|
Aug. 21, 2001
Sherline of Milner, GA had open RNY surgery performed by
Dr. Edward Waits on Dec. 18, 2000. Eight months later she
has lost 112 pounds. Sherline says that this was the
best decision she ever made. Her life has already
changed drastically and her health is 110% better.
Sherline's only regret is that she did not have the
surgery sooner. Send congratulations to Sherline at allen_s@griftec.org
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| Judy
|
Aug.21, 2001
Judy's weight loss surgery was Aug. 15,
2000 and in 1 year has lost 178 pounds. Her health
at the time of surgery was so bad that she was on
disability and she lost everything. She didn't know
if she could go on, but somehow she did. Her medical
problems are now fading away and she is looking forward to
the rest of her life. Judy says it has taken her 47
years to get to this point, but she is so happy to be here
now. Send Judy your congratulations at heyjud47@aol.com
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| Fran
Young
|
8/22/01
Fran of Pennsauken NJ had her RNY surgery performed by Dr.
David Greenbaum on Dec. 15, 2000. And now, 8 months
later she has lost 105 pounds. Fran says that prior
to this surgery she was at death's door. Two years before
she had a knee arthroscopy that only got worse. She
was not able to work, and in June of that same year, had a
total knee transplant. It never healed properly and she
was unable to continue working. Her weight went up to 350
lbs. She was sick, depressed, and literally dying. A
friend in her church had this operation and began losing
weight amazingly. Her sister urged me to consider it. This
has been a life saver for her. Fran feels alive again, and
is thinner than she has been for 30 years! She eats
protein, drinks lots of fluid, and rarely feels hungry.
She has spent this summer swimming in her pool, doing her
gardening, and whatever else she wants. Although limited
in her walking, she has been able to do more each week.
She is having a ball. Send Fran congratulations at drfranyoung1@home.com
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| Judy
|
Judy had open RNY surgery on Aug. 15, 2000 performed by
Dr. Michael Murr at Tampa General Hospital. Judy
weighed 487 pounds at the time of her surgery and now
weighs 309 pounds, a 178 pound loss! She still would
like to lose down to the 170-180 range. Judy was
taking 15 different medications every day for a variety of
health problems which included diabetes, high blood
pressure, sleep apnea, restless leg syndrome, GERD,
arthritis, asthma, gout, and depression. Since her
surgery, all of her health problems have either
disappeared or have improved greatly. She is taking
only 4 medications now. This surgery literally saved her
life. She was homebound and could barely walk
around the house. Now, you can not keep her
down. She goes to the gym about 4 to 5 times a
week. She has been to Disney for a week's vacation and
lost 5 lbs while there. She can go
anywhere now and is soooooo very happy. Send
Judy congratulations at heyjud47@aol.com
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| Anna
Hitchcock
|
Anna had VBG surgery on April 7, 1998 performed by Dr.
John Stoner. Anna has lot 115 pounds and says that
no one recognizes her. She did what everyone said she
couldn't do. She feels more energetic and takes no
medications. At one time she took 18 medications and was
diabetic. She show no signs of it now and has no more
problems with asthma, plus she can walk with out pain. It
was the best decision she ever made in her life! She's the
smallest person in her family now. She is no longer the
largest one! YIPPY! Cheer Anna on at walterwoody48@aol.com
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| Harvey
Klene
Before / After
|
Harvey had his open RNY surgery performed by Dr. Barry
Fisher on Mar 12, 2001 and in 4 1/2 months reached the 100
pounds lost mark. Since 3 weeks after surgery Harvey
stopped taking all medications completely, including his
insulin and pills he needed to try and control his
diabetes, which he was not doing very well. Send
congratulations to Harvey at hklene@earthlink.net
and visit his website at http://www.harveyklene.com
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| Patrick
Dunn
|
Patrick had RNY surgery in Chicago on March 6th. As
of 3 1/2 months later he has lost 107 pounds.
Patrick swims at least 1 mile every day. He started
out at 592 pounds and says he knows what it is to be huge
and have a long trek. Patrick really needs our
support. Send him you best wishes at patthoven@aol.com
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| Suzanne
Witkowsky
|
Suzanne of Santa Monica, CA had open DS surgery performed
by Dr. Keshishian in Delano, CA on Sept. 25th, 2000.
Prior to surgery her weight was 311 pounds. As of
June 21st she weighs 200 pounds and is still losing. Send
her congratulation at SuzanneW@foothillcapital.com
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| Shelly
Cadman
|
Shelly of Lander, WY had open RNY surgery on Mar. 12th,
2001 and in less than 3 months has gone from 371 pounds to
271 pounds. Shelly is on her way! Send her
congratulations to sacadman@rmisp.com
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| Karen
Thomas
|
Karen had open RNY surgery performed by Dr. Kenneth
Printen in Evanston, IL on Dec. 20th, 2000. At the
time of her surgery she weighed 400 pounds. Six
months later, Karen's weight is 257 pounds. Karen
says she feels like a stone has been rolled away from her
tomb. She feels many, many years younger than she
did six months ago. She works her tool diligently,
watches her intake daily and exercises with a vigor and a
joy that she never thought possible. She is
grateful every day that she had her surgery. Send
congratulations to Karen at Tomkat1202@aol.com
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| Sarah
Duckham
|
Sarah had surgery on October 11, 2000 performed by Dr.
John Kirkpatrick at the Washington Hospital Center in
Washington, DC. Eight months later she has lost 140
pounds, from 385 to 245 and is continuing to lose an
average of 15 pounds a month! She feels great and
can actually cross her legs now! And she feels like she
floats. If she feels that way now, just think how
she'll feel in another 100 pounds, which is her goal.
Cheer Sarah on at sduckham@ltsrlaw.com
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| Sue
Barr
Before / After
|
11/26/01
Update: Sue has lost a total of 336 pounds.
Sue is a marvel. Her surgery was Oct. 26th, 1998
performed by Dr. Barry Fisher in Las Vegas. At the
time of her surgery, Sue weighed 500 pounds. She now
weighs 174 pounds having lost 326 pounds. Sue is a
wonderful inspiration to all of us in the weight loss
community. Sue is happy to help anyone. You
can email her at mygastricbypass@email.com
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| Sarah
Lindsey
Before / After
|
Sarah of Danbridge, TN had lap RNY surgery performed by
Dr. Champion on April 30th, 1999 when she weighed 280
pounds and wore a size 28. Today she weighs 130
pounds and wears a size 8. Sarah reports that life
is certainly different for her now. She can play
with her grandbabies and even climb trees with them.
Thank Sarah for her inspiration at BondsNLove@aol.com
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| Twila
Sheffield
|
Twila had surgery in Corona, California on January 4, 2001
by Dr. Sanderfer. She had an open RNY-distal. She is
very pleased to say that she has lost 100 lbs as of
June 12, 2001. She went from 350 pounds to 249 1/2 pounds
and is hoping to lose 100 more. Send Twila congratulations
at puppyluv01@msn.com
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| Jeff
Amsel
|
9/18/01
Jeff has now lost a total of 115 pounds. Keep going
Jeff!!
Jeff had lap RNY surgery performed by Dr. Hans Schmidt at
the Hackensack Hospital in New Jersey. Jeff's
surgery was Oct 16, 2000. Eight months later he has
gone from 302 pounds to 196 pounds, losing a total of 106
pounds. Jeff's wife also had surgery and will be
joining the Century Club soon. Send Jeff your best
at jamsel@lloydstaffing.com
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| Jane
George
|
Jane had lap RNY surgery at
the Medical College of Virginia in Richmond performed by Dr.
Harvey Sugerman on June 28th, 2000. Her
starting weight was 372 and 1 year later she weighs 238
pounds, having lost 134 pounds. Jane just turned 39 and
feels better than she has in 15 years. She hopes
to lose more but is happy now. Send Jane
congratulations at jeve97@earthlink.net
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| Mike
Mehalic
|
Update: Within 6 months, Mike has gone from 389 pounds to
254 Pounds!! He is continuing to enjoy life more day by
day and just loves spending money on all the new clothes
he needs. Send Mike your congratulations at mehalicm@serrot.com
Mike had surgery performed by my surgeon, Dr. Schauer on
Jan. 25th, and within 4 months has gone from 389 pounds to
289 pounds!! He is continuing to enjoy life more day
by day. Send Mike congratulations at mehalicm@serrot.com
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| Lisa
Kimsey
|
Lisa's surgery was Nov. 13th, 2000. Now 6 months
after her open RNY surgery which was performed by Dr.
Zafar in Fresno, CA she has gone from 380 pounds to 251
pounds. Lisa says she can sit in booths, paint her
toenails. "It's like being reborn." She is
happy to correspond with anyone via email. Send her
congratulations to nrslk@yahoo.com
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| Andie Pennell
Before / After
|
Andie had open RNY surgery performed by Dr. Yasrebi in
Jacksonville, FL on June 23rd and now, 10 months later,
she has lost over 100 pounds. Andie plans to go
skydiving on May 5th to celebrate her accomplishment!
Her goal is to lose 150 pounds and she is ahead of her
personal schedule. Andie would love to answer
questions or share her experiences with anyone.
Congratulate Andie or get in touch with her at andiep1@yahoo.com
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| George Dillon
Before / After
|
George had his surgery performed at UPMC by Dr. Schauer in
March of 2000. At the 1 year point, George reports
that he lost 135 pounds. George says that he is
happy, healthy and every aspect of his life has
improved. George does not have email but wants to
share his success with everyone. If you see him at
Dr. Schauer's support group meeting, give him your
congratulations.
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| Robin Macherey
|
Robin had her lap RNY surgery performed by Dr. Gagne at
West Penn Hospital on July 25th, and 8 months later, she
has lost 103 pounds. Great job, Robin! Send
your very best wishes to Robin at mrmacherey@yahoo.com
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| Lee Ann Driscoll
|
Lee Ann's had open RNY surgery performed by
Dr. Courcoulas of Pittsburgh on July 12, 2000 and has lost
102 pounds within 10 months. She is so happy with
her new life now that she can take long walks and run and
play with her kids. She is in control of her eating
and loving every minute of it. She feels good not to
be wearing 3x clothes. She can go camping and live
her life instead of sitting on the couch getting heavier.
Life is good. She has 75 pounds to go to goal, but
she feels human again, and is not struggling just to get
through everyday life. Send you congratulations to Lee Ann
at ldriscol@a1usa.net
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| Dori May
|
Dori May had surgery June 3rd, 1998 and has lost 130
pounds. She feels great and would do it again.
She says she loves the new me! Send Dori your best at dorimay56@yahoo.com
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| Marcia Shilling
|
Marcia had open RNY surgery on April 8, 1998 at the
Bariatric Treatment Center in Michigan. At the time
of her surgery, Marcia weighed 317 pounds and now weighs
145 pounds, which is a loss of 180 pounds. She has
gone from a size 4x to a size 10. She is happy to talk to
anyone considering or going through weight loss surgery.
She can be reached at dshill@alpha.wcoil.com
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| Janine Gus
|
Janine had her lap RNY surgery performed by Dr. Schauer in
Pittsburgh on Nov. 13th and now 3 3/4 months later she has
lost 102 pounds. She looks terrific and feels the
same way. She says she has a long way to go, but at
least now she knows that she can get there. I am so
happy for her. Send congratulations to her at JanineGus00@aol.com
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| Matt Granger
Before / After
|
Matt from Canberra Australia had biliopancreatic diversion
over the Christmas holidays and in less than 2 months has
lost 100 pounds. Matt, a 21 year old guy, has a long
way to go. He has 320 to 345 pounds to lose which is
a long road. But Matt has a great attitude and a lot
of courage! Send Matt your very best wishes at keynesian@hotmail.com
. He would just love to hear from you folks.
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| Teresa
|
11/26/01
Update: As of Nov 20th, she has lost 215 pounds!
8/17/01
Update: As of Aug. 17th, she has lost 195 pounds!!
Teresa had open RNY surgery on Oct. 12, 2000 performed by
Dr. Thomas Rossi in Peoria, Ill. She lost 100 pounds
by Jan. 8, 2001 and by Feb. 21st has lost a total of 121
pounds. She still wants to lose another 110 pounds.
It is going much slower now but she is certain that she
will be able to do it if she can just get past those
aggravating plateaus!!! Send Teresa encouragement at teresac@winco.net
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| Cheryl Grieco
|
Cheryl had her lap RNY surgery on April 3rd performed by
Dr. Schauer, at Presbyterian Hospital in Pittsburgh.
Cheryl's starting weight was 259 and she wore a size 20.
Now 10 months later she weighs 134 pounds and wears a size
5/6 and even some 4's. Prior to surgery she lived on
anti-inflammatory medication for a herniated disc and
a bad knee and Prilosec for severe reflux. She now
takes no medication. What a difference in her life.
If you are in the South Hills and see a blonde blur, it is
probably Cheryl roller blading past you. Send Cheryl
your best wishes at murtle2@msn.com.
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| Kelly Bradley
|
Kelly was one of the first patients on the Angel Report
and I am very happy to say that she has made it to the
Century Club. Kelly had her open RNY surgery on July
31st performed by Dr. Richard Stahl in Alabaster, AL.
On Jan. 25th, less than 6 months after her surgery, she
reached her 100 pounds lost goal. Kelly did it by
following the golden rules of weight loss surgery.
She eats protein first, exercises and drinks her water.
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| Diane Talkington |
1/28/2001
Diane's surgery was Dec. 21st, 1999 at Shadyside Hospital
in Pittsburgh. Her RNY surgery was performed by my
surgeon, Dr. Philip Schauer. Diane weighed 247
pounds on the day of her surgery and today weighs 142
pounds. She made her 100 pound goal the day before her
anniversary date and has continued to lose a few pounds
since. Diane has had some nausea since the surgery
and a few bouts with kidney stones, but she is so grateful
for the surgery. Welcome Diane to the Century Club
at Dianet59@cs.com
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| Tami Ayers |
1/1/2001
Tami reached the Century Club just in time for
the New Year. Her RNY surgery was performed by Dr.
Schauer in Pittsburgh on June 6th. Tami has lost 102
pounds in 6 1/2 months going from 262 to 160 pounds.
Great job, Tami!!! Send her congratulations at TAyers7066@aol.com
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