This week's clinic

[Guest guest]

Hi all!

I just wanted to report in from attending this week's clinic (9am session)

that any residual concerns I had about this surgery were completely dispelled

after listening to the interaction of the group with Dr. Rutledge, and seeing

his candor and openness as he responded to the questions. My husband really

didn't have much of a clue as to the technique he uses, but after we watched

the video, we were both really impressed. I have complete peace about this

surgery, and confidence in Dr. Rutledge. I am an RN and my husband is a

paramedic, so we are both medically oriented. This was the last stage in my

official research of this surgery. I needed to see Dr. Rutledge and watch

him interact with his patients. We were also impressed at his recall of the

postops who were there. For me, personally, I feel I have done all I can do

to be an informed consumer, and have every confidence in Dr. Rutledge and the

MGB.

I enjoyed talked with Debbie and Robin from Illinois, and it was really neat

to see how everyone walked into the room feeling comfortable with everyone

due to this list. It's not only fun, but comforting. What a great support

system. I only hope to have an op date soon, and get on with this business

of life.

I'm not going to get involved with the current issues on the list, but will

say that I feel it's imperative for anyone considering any WLS to thoroughly

research your options, then go with your *gut* feelings once you've done

that. My husband and I both have complete peace regarding our choice, but we

only came to that decision based on our own research. This is too important

a decision to base it on what others say. We are all entitled to our own

opinions, and thank God, we are all unique. We are very well informed of the

risks of this surgery, as well as the risks of ANY surgery. I choose the MGB

as an informed consumer, and look forward to getting on with it!

Debbie and Robin, good luck with your approvals! Enjoyed talking with you.

ebbieday in VA

[Guest guest]

Hi Debbie,

I'm glad you feel the same way as I do about our experience yesterday. I

agree that it is important to go with your gut feeling, and Robin and I both

walked out of clinic yesterday thinking that this is absolutely the best

thing for us. It was nice to meet you, if you have any free time when you

are visiting your sister, give me a call, maybe we could meet for lunch one

day. My number is . Also, tell your husband thanks for getting

the VCR going, we wouldn't have been able to see the video without him!

Thanks to everyone on this list, we have so much support. That makes

this whole thing so much less scary. We are truly blessed!

Deb in IL