Hello

JerryMac49008
on 2/2/16 12:33 pm

Hello group,

Just want to introduce myself. My name is Jerry. I live in Mesa, AZ. I am 5'9'' and 460 lbs. At one time (not too long ago) I weighed over 500. My first consultation appointment is tomorrow. If anyone has had WLS with Dr. Chen at Banner Gateway, I would appreciate any comments or information. I'm not new to the whole WLS process. This will be the 3rd attempt. The first attempted failed because I couldn't afford the $500/month insurance cost. And the 2nd attempt was a wash because the entire practice closed. I know that surgery alone is not going to get me to the weight I want to be. I know I need to utilize the gym membership I pay for. I know I need help and support. And that is why I am here.

Don 1962
on 2/2/16 2:19 pm

RNY on 04/07/08

Howdy from E. TX!

Hopefully the third time is the charm for you.

MassHockey
on 2/2/16 4:46 pm

Welcome and good luck.

it wont be the exercise issue as much as the calorie intake issue. Get that settled and you'll definitely succeed.

Good to have you here.

cabin111
on 2/2/16 4:50 pm

RNY on 10/09/06

Good luck on your journey. Here is a link to the Obesity Help AZ web page...They may know. Brian

http://www.obesityhelp.com/forums/AZ/

Ohiodietguy
on 2/3/16 6:08 pm

Welcome! This is a great community with great people

What type of surgery are you having? I'm 3 months post op RNY and have lost 75lbs

Keep us posted on your progress!

Starting Weight 337 Current Weight 178.4 BMI 22.3

Grim_Traveller
on 2/5/16 4:07 am

RNY on 08/21/12

Hey Jerry. Good for you for not giving up after the first 2 attempts. This is the best thing you'll ever do.

6'3" tall, male.

Highest weight was 475. RNY on 08/21/12. Current weight: 198.

M1 -24; M2 -21; M3 -19; M4 -21; M5 -13; M6 -21; M7 -10; M8 -16; M9 -10; M10 -8; M11 -6; M12 -5.