Guest guest Posted January 25, 2003 Report Share Posted January 25, 2003 Becky, Would you email me and give me more detail on the support group. is 12 and I would love to find a support group for him. Thanks so much. Tammy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 7, 2003 Report Share Posted March 7, 2003 > Since most of you are quite far out from surgery, I was wondering if you > still attend support groups. Do you find them helpful? ******** ab so lutely critical to our success. Accountability, learning, support Are you able to > discuss things that you discuss here? *************** depends on the group. With a buncha of newbies, no. Because they're not there yet. But if mostly long-terms, then yes Do the groups have planned agendas > with no deviation from the topic? *********** we attend 4, presently. 2 have no real agenda, support based, not agnda based. 2 have agendas > Does your group accept those who have had their gastric bypass surgery > by other surgeons? ************** yes Or is the group closed to that Doctor's patients > only? > > There is a little controversy in my group about allowing " outsiders " to > attend our meetings. The Docs think they may give their patients bad > information. I think we all have similar problems and that we should > allow all to attend. We are the only group available within a 3 hr drive > for most of the people. What do you think? ************ if those meetings are not suitable, start another meeting on a different day. Then peopel who miss one can attend the other > > Also, I like to have fruit, water, or high protein snacks available at > support group meetings. Do you have anything like this at your group? ********** we offer only water. That way, 100% of the offering is one everyone's food plan. LOL! Only at Christmas do we have a potluck > > Is ther time allowed for socializing or exchanging ideas? Where are the > meetings held? ********** we attend 2 (doc sponsored) in public places, short time for social interation. We host 2 in our home, very social. > > Thank you in advance for your help. > Sheila > > > Homepage: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Graduate-OSSG > > Unsubscribe: mailto:Graduate-OSSG-unsubscribe > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 7, 2003 Report Share Posted March 7, 2003 > Since most of you are quite far out from surgery, I was wondering if you > still attend support groups. Do you find them helpful? ******** ab so lutely critical to our success. Accountability, learning, support Are you able to > discuss things that you discuss here? *************** depends on the group. With a buncha of newbies, no. Because they're not there yet. But if mostly long-terms, then yes Do the groups have planned agendas > with no deviation from the topic? *********** we attend 4, presently. 2 have no real agenda, support based, not agnda based. 2 have agendas > Does your group accept those who have had their gastric bypass surgery > by other surgeons? ************** yes Or is the group closed to that Doctor's patients > only? > > There is a little controversy in my group about allowing " outsiders " to > attend our meetings. The Docs think they may give their patients bad > information. I think we all have similar problems and that we should > allow all to attend. We are the only group available within a 3 hr drive > for most of the people. What do you think? ************ if those meetings are not suitable, start another meeting on a different day. Then peopel who miss one can attend the other > > Also, I like to have fruit, water, or high protein snacks available at > support group meetings. Do you have anything like this at your group? ********** we offer only water. That way, 100% of the offering is one everyone's food plan. LOL! Only at Christmas do we have a potluck > > Is ther time allowed for socializing or exchanging ideas? Where are the > meetings held? ********** we attend 2 (doc sponsored) in public places, short time for social interation. We host 2 in our home, very social. > > Thank you in advance for your help. > Sheila > > > Homepage: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Graduate-OSSG > > Unsubscribe: mailto:Graduate-OSSG-unsubscribe > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 8, 2003 Report Share Posted March 8, 2003 I'm not a " support group " kinda gal. Don't go. Went to a few ... can't do whinners (sorry, no insults intended). Suggested we have a local group just for " Graduates. " Maybe then I'd attend, but, again, can't do whiners. This is my support group here. I love you guys. Four years prior to WLS, I was a daily lurker, 22 months post-op, still daily lurker/participant. Bobbie Anchorage <<From: sabaroni@... Subject: Support Groups Since most of you are quite far out from surgery, I was wondering if you still attend support groups. Do you find them helpful? >> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 8, 2003 Report Share Posted March 8, 2003 I'm not a " support group " kinda gal. Don't go. Went to a few ... can't do whinners (sorry, no insults intended). Suggested we have a local group just for " Graduates. " Maybe then I'd attend, but, again, can't do whiners. This is my support group here. I love you guys. Four years prior to WLS, I was a daily lurker, 22 months post-op, still daily lurker/participant. Bobbie Anchorage <<From: sabaroni@... Subject: Support Groups Since most of you are quite far out from surgery, I was wondering if you still attend support groups. Do you find them helpful? >> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 8, 2003 Report Share Posted March 8, 2003 Well Sheila.....I have only ever gone to two support meetings and both were total bombs. The first one I got into a little " spat " with the speaker because he was insisting that there was nothing done to intestines during a routine RNY (and not ONE of the couple hundred people there argued this GOD Doc)........and the 2nd one turned out to be a total propaganda meeting for a plastic surgeon. Both were located at local hospitals.....one of them did have a nice spread of bottled waters and coffees. Friends and Family were welcome at both!!!! P. Support Groups > Since most of you are quite far out from surgery, I was wondering if you > still attend support groups. Do you find them helpful? Are you able to > discuss things that you discuss here? Do the groups have planned agendas > with no deviation from the topic? > Does your group accept those who have had their gastric bypass surgery > by other surgeons? Or is the group closed to that Doctor's patients > only? > > There is a little controversy in my group about allowing " outsiders " to > attend our meetings. The Docs think they may give their patients bad > information. I think we all have similar problems and that we should > allow all to attend. We are the only group available within a 3 hr drive > for most of the people. What do you think? > > Also, I like to have fruit, water, or high protein snacks available at > support group meetings. Do you have anything like this at your group? > > Is ther time allowed for socializing or exchanging ideas? Where are the > meetings held? > > Thank you in advance for your help. > Sheila > > > Homepage: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Graduate-OSSG > > Unsubscribe: mailto:Graduate-OSSG-unsubscribe > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 8, 2003 Report Share Posted March 8, 2003 Well Sheila.....I have only ever gone to two support meetings and both were total bombs. The first one I got into a little " spat " with the speaker because he was insisting that there was nothing done to intestines during a routine RNY (and not ONE of the couple hundred people there argued this GOD Doc)........and the 2nd one turned out to be a total propaganda meeting for a plastic surgeon. Both were located at local hospitals.....one of them did have a nice spread of bottled waters and coffees. Friends and Family were welcome at both!!!! P. Support Groups > Since most of you are quite far out from surgery, I was wondering if you > still attend support groups. Do you find them helpful? Are you able to > discuss things that you discuss here? Do the groups have planned agendas > with no deviation from the topic? > Does your group accept those who have had their gastric bypass surgery > by other surgeons? Or is the group closed to that Doctor's patients > only? > > There is a little controversy in my group about allowing " outsiders " to > attend our meetings. The Docs think they may give their patients bad > information. I think we all have similar problems and that we should > allow all to attend. We are the only group available within a 3 hr drive > for most of the people. What do you think? > > Also, I like to have fruit, water, or high protein snacks available at > support group meetings. Do you have anything like this at your group? > > Is ther time allowed for socializing or exchanging ideas? Where are the > meetings held? > > Thank you in advance for your help. > Sheila > > > Homepage: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Graduate-OSSG > > Unsubscribe: mailto:Graduate-OSSG-unsubscribe > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 8, 2003 Report Share Posted March 8, 2003 Sheila, At 01:07 AM 3/8/03 -0500, sabaroni@... wrote: >Since most of you are quite far out from surgery, I was wondering if you >still attend support groups. Do you find them helpful? Are you able to >discuss things that you discuss here? Do the groups have planned agendas >with no deviation from the topic? >Does your group accept those who have had their gastric bypass surgery >by other surgeons? Or is the group closed to that Doctor's patients >only? I have heard several times that those people who are most successful at losing their weight, and keeping it off, not only practice the " rules of the tool " , but also stay involved in some kind of support group. I reached my goal at 12 months, have kept it off every since (I'm at 17 months now). Although I don't feel I need as much support now as I did that first year, I still have questions and concerns that pop up every now and then. Plus, I think it is helpful to stay focused and remember where we can from. > > >There is a little controversy in my group about allowing " outsiders " to >attend our meetings. The Docs think they may give their patients bad >information. I think we all have similar problems and that we should >allow all to attend. We are the only group available within a 3 hr drive >for most of the people. What do you think? I suppose some people could get confused by the differences in programs but most people should be educated by their own surgeons and know what to do. I know this problem firsthand. I had my surgery out of town and can't attend my doctors support groups. Yes, we all have a lot of the same issues, but, I can tell you there are big differences in the programs different surgeons have set up. Some recommend protein drinks, some don't, some want you on liquids for a certain period of time, others don't. In the beginning most people are filled to the brim with questions about how the surgery will be done, what to eat, what to take to hospital, how to deal with eating out, etc. It seems the questions are never ending. But now I don't have as many questions, but rather need the understanding ear of others who know how to deal with life after WLS. I have been apprehensive to attend the support groups in my area, because the surgeons have a different approach (protein drinks, counting grams of food, etc), but I think now that I am this far out, I am already accustomed to my program and won't be swayed or confused by those things. > >Also, I like to have fruit, water, or high protein snacks available at >support group meetings. Do you have anything like this at your group? Mr doctors support group has bottled water on ice available. > > >Is ther time allowed for socializing or exchanging ideas? Where are the >meetings held? Meetings are held once a month in a conference room at the hospital. Many in the group get together for dinner at a local restaurant prior to the meeting, and some will hang around afterward and socialize. Hope this helps. D open rny 10/18/01 291/135/135 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 8, 2003 Report Share Posted March 8, 2003 Sheila, At 01:07 AM 3/8/03 -0500, sabaroni@... wrote: >Since most of you are quite far out from surgery, I was wondering if you >still attend support groups. Do you find them helpful? Are you able to >discuss things that you discuss here? Do the groups have planned agendas >with no deviation from the topic? >Does your group accept those who have had their gastric bypass surgery >by other surgeons? Or is the group closed to that Doctor's patients >only? I have heard several times that those people who are most successful at losing their weight, and keeping it off, not only practice the " rules of the tool " , but also stay involved in some kind of support group. I reached my goal at 12 months, have kept it off every since (I'm at 17 months now). Although I don't feel I need as much support now as I did that first year, I still have questions and concerns that pop up every now and then. Plus, I think it is helpful to stay focused and remember where we can from. > > >There is a little controversy in my group about allowing " outsiders " to >attend our meetings. The Docs think they may give their patients bad >information. I think we all have similar problems and that we should >allow all to attend. We are the only group available within a 3 hr drive >for most of the people. What do you think? I suppose some people could get confused by the differences in programs but most people should be educated by their own surgeons and know what to do. I know this problem firsthand. I had my surgery out of town and can't attend my doctors support groups. Yes, we all have a lot of the same issues, but, I can tell you there are big differences in the programs different surgeons have set up. Some recommend protein drinks, some don't, some want you on liquids for a certain period of time, others don't. In the beginning most people are filled to the brim with questions about how the surgery will be done, what to eat, what to take to hospital, how to deal with eating out, etc. It seems the questions are never ending. But now I don't have as many questions, but rather need the understanding ear of others who know how to deal with life after WLS. I have been apprehensive to attend the support groups in my area, because the surgeons have a different approach (protein drinks, counting grams of food, etc), but I think now that I am this far out, I am already accustomed to my program and won't be swayed or confused by those things. > >Also, I like to have fruit, water, or high protein snacks available at >support group meetings. Do you have anything like this at your group? Mr doctors support group has bottled water on ice available. > > >Is ther time allowed for socializing or exchanging ideas? Where are the >meetings held? Meetings are held once a month in a conference room at the hospital. Many in the group get together for dinner at a local restaurant prior to the meeting, and some will hang around afterward and socialize. Hope this helps. D open rny 10/18/01 291/135/135 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 1, 2005 Report Share Posted November 1, 2005 Hi After my surgery I want to start one at Santa .. I talked to Dr Dutta He said it would be All right Do you think I should start it now?? Big Hug, Caryl Hi,Does anyone know about any support groups in South San ? or Santa Clara are a little far for me. Caryl DeHerrerawww.Fantasyinart.net Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 1, 2005 Report Share Posted November 1, 2005 Hi, Does anyone know about any support groups in South San ? or Santa Clara are a little far for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 1, 2005 Report Share Posted November 1, 2005 Sorry, As far as I know, they are the only groups in San . Where in San do you live? Cheriregionalrichard wrote: Hi,Does anyone know about any support groups in South San ? or Santa Clara are a little far for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 1, 2005 Report Share Posted November 1, 2005 If there is a support group at Santa , I will be there. What do we need to do to get something going? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 1, 2005 Report Share Posted November 1, 2005 > As far as I know, they are the only groups in San . Where in San do you live? I live in Almaden. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 2, 2005 Report Share Posted November 2, 2005 Where in Almaden I live in New Almaden! How Cool!!! Big hugs Caryl > As far as I know, they are the only groups in San . Where in San do you live?I live in Almaden. Caryl DeHerrerawww.Fantasyinart.net Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 2, 2005 Report Share Posted November 2, 2005 I will Email the Drocter but I also call my shrink. I will nee to talk to Robynn. she leads a group also If there is a support group at Santa , I will be there. What do we need to do to get something going? Caryl DeHerrerawww.Fantasyinart.net Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 2, 2005 Report Share Posted November 2, 2005 You live right down the street from me on Almaden. No there is Not but I have calls in to see about starting one at Santa .Dr. Dutta said is was a good idea and he would be willing to come visit. Ill keep you posted. What's your name? Big Hugs Caryl Hi Caryl,I live in Shadow Brook. Do you know if there is a support group close to us? Caryl DeHerrerawww.Fantasyinart.net Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 2, 2005 Report Share Posted November 2, 2005 Hi Cheri, I'm looking into it now i will be getting more info tomorrow and will let you know.Im waiting for Call backs. This will be Great and I thank you for your help, that makes 5 people in this group. I will post in Fremont Group also. Thanks Big Hugs, Caryl Hello, I think if a group was started at Santa you would have quite a few interested. I know my friend and I would definately come. Please keep us posted on this wonderful possibility. Thanks, Cheri Caryl DeHerrerawww.Fantasyinart.net Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 2, 2005 Report Share Posted November 2, 2005 Hi Caryl, I live in Shadow Brook. Do you know if there is a support group close to us? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 2, 2005 Report Share Posted November 2, 2005 Hi again Caryl Should we start our own support group and see who else is interested since there is nothing at Santa that I am aware of. I am in the Lifestyles class now and it is great, but a group that is focused on just the gastric surgery would be better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 2, 2005 Report Share Posted November 2, 2005 Hello, I think if a group was started at Santa you would have quite a few interested. I know my friend and I would definately come. Please keep us posted on this wonderful possibility. Thanks, Cheriregionalrichard wrote: Hi again CarylShould we start our own support group and see who else is interested since there is nothing at Santa that I am aware of. I am in the Lifestyles class now and it is great, but a group that is focused on just the gastric surgery would be better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 2, 2005 Report Share Posted November 2, 2005 Hi, I just got back from the Santa Clara support group. It was real good, but quite a distance to go. I believe that it is good because there was a registered dietian who is the gastric bipass dietian. So we told our stories, but she was able to give us good facts, not myths passed from paitent to patient. I think that is important. Since the Santa Dietians are not supportive of the Bipass, where do we find someone that will have the right background and be supportive? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 2, 2005 Report Share Posted November 2, 2005 I agree, there are a lot of people that would be interested at Santa . We need to get a supportive dietian. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 2, 2005 Report Share Posted November 2, 2005 What's > your name? . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 3, 2005 Report Share Posted November 3, 2005 Read books, and where you have your surgery like Fremont there are dietitians there you will see for a year or so after surgery. Hi, I just got back from the Santa Clara support group. It was real good, but quite a distance to go. I believe that it is good because there was a registered dietian who is the gastric bipass dietian. So we told our stories, but she was able to give us good facts, not myths passed from paitent to patient. I think that is important. Since the Santa Dietians are not supportive of the Bipass, where do we find someone that will have the right background and be supportive? Caryl DeHerrerawww.Fantasyinart.net Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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