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Hello everyone, my name is Pam and I have been a nurse (RN and LPN) for 16 years. I have been overweight my whole adult life and my plan is to have gastric sleeve surgery this spring/summer. I am nervous about it but something drastic needs to be done. I have failed to do it with diet and exercise alone. I am dieting now just to lose as much as I can before surgery. I am a nurse that sits at a desk most of the day (Oncology Research Nurse)but that does not mean I don't have my own stressors.
You have what I would call a very interesting job, anything in oncology is stressful. Good luck with your sleeve. I have a friend that has had great luck with it, just remember you have to change your head too. But you can do it!0 -
Hello! I am Ryan and I am a Medical Assistant, working in pediatric primary care, and also a Public Health student. Finishing up a Bachelor's to move on to med school? PA school? Don't know yet. I lost 120# over the first 3 years in the field, and then I moved, quit my job, got depressed, etc etc got fat again. I am looking to lose 90ish. Just feel/look/live more heathfully.0
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deepthi87d wrote: »I finished my medical school in India ..I am now preparing for USMLE..I am 142 lb and ht 5 2'..Trying to lose 20 Lb..Happy to be part this group.
Good luck on your USMLE! What specialty are you interested in ? I am a family physiciandeepthi87d wrote: »I finished my medical school in India ..I am now preparing for USMLE..I am 142 lb and ht 5 2'..Trying to lose 20 Lb..Happy to be part this group.
Good luck on your USMLE! What specialty are you interested in ? I am a family physician
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deepthi87d wrote: »I finished my medical school in India ..I am now preparing for USMLE..I am 142 lb and ht 5 2'..Trying to lose 20 Lb..Happy to be part this group.
Good luck on your USMLE! What specialty are you interested in ? I am a family physician
Thankyou..I am interested in Family Medicine..☺️0 -
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thanx for inviting me to This Group. I am a dentist, and it is not a Very physical Job, I spend most of the day sitting... I hope to Get in shape to allow me to keep my Job for many years. 0 -
At first I don't know how to post reply for a comment..So I messed some messages trying to post reply..Sorry Everyone..Now I figured out how to post reply..0
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Hi everyone! I'm a nursing student, graduating in May. I've lost 10 lbs and would love to lose another 45. I'm 36, with a husband, and 2 kids, ages 13 and 16.0
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Hi Pam and everyone in the group. I'm almost 49 and I'm trying to get back to the healthy, active person I once was. I am on a journey to lose 50 lbs to my ideal weight. I have been a nurse for nearly 27 years. I am working hard to fit in healthy eating and fitness to my busy management role, returning to school and family demands. So far I have lost 5 pounds since the beginning of the year.
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Hi! I'm April. Labour and Delivery Nurse for 15 years, Care Facilitator for 4.5 years.
I am a stress eater, the last time I saw Onederland was in 1996. Nursing school and poor eating packed on 40, working straight nights, a horrible marriage a divorce packed on 40. The remaining 20 came via a fabulous marriage, a deployment, 2 great kids and being in charge.
I'm 38. I want to be fab and 40 more than I want cake. I've got two years to get 120 lbs gone, and I'm down 8 and into week 3. This is not my first time at MFP, but it is my time being honest about why I eat, and exploring how I eat.0 -
Really happy to see this group, we have the privilege of taking care of others however work in an environment that makes self care very difficult. So much so that only other healthcare workers really realize the crazy hours and sleepless nights we think is normal. I am an MD in the NICU which comes with crazy call schedules...making routine a bit difficult. I am at the beginning of the journey though and hope to lose at least 50lbs and change the trajectory of my life towards healthy clean eating.
Nice to meet you , Nousheenh, I know how hard and stressful the NI is, much harder than my primary care office job. I am kick starting my sugar detox doing whole30 this month.
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Hello Nicole, just saw your message, days later I am afraid. Icu can be crazy and has lead to years of yo yo weight gain and the two pregnancies didn't help for sure. Now I am simply trying to find a balance with food until the next dreaded board exam looming ahead. Hopefully I will start incorporating more workout after this exam. I must admit the hardest part is we take calls, which totally throws the next day off...and the schedule isn't consistent week to week. Find that us one my biggest struggle dealing with constantly changing schedule. But I am glad to to on Mfp, since I started to partake in the community if like minded individuals supporting each other, I have found it so much more fun.0 -
Hello everyone! Here's my late self intro
I'm a dentist and am trying to be fit. I've spent about 8-9 years losing around 15 lb (around 16 years to lose 22 lb in total) and am currently close to my goal weight. Now I'm in the process of learning how to do more weight-training (at home, cuz I haven't found a good gym near me). It's so different from my 5-times-per-week cardio and hopefully I'll see some results! I do find weight-training helpful for my posture (to sit straight) since I tend to tilt myself to whatever angle I need to see the patients...
Really happy to join a place like this!
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niniundlapin wrote: »Hello everyone! Here's my late self intro I'm a dentist and am trying to be fit. I've spent about 8-9 years losing around 15 lb (around 16 years to lose 22 lb in total) and am currently close to my goal weight. Now I'm in the process of learning how to do more weight-training (at home, cuz I haven't found a good gym near me). It's so different from my 5-times-per-week cardio and hopefully I'll see some results! I do find weight-training helpful for my posture (to sit straight) since I tend to tilt myself to whatever angle I need to see the patients...
Really happy to join a place like this!
Welcome! And congrats on your progress. I love weights too and also work out at home with very basic equipment. No hassle going to the gym so it's great.
~Pam
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I've been an RN for 25 years. I have worked 23 years in labor and delivery. I'm married with two boys in college. I have been on MFP logging everyday since June 16, 2015. I have lost 58 pounds. I have 12 pounds to get to my goal. It took me 20 years to figure out how to care for myself. I take care of my kids, husband and patients, but now it's my time. I'm important too!0
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I've been an RN for 25 years. I have worked 23 years in labor and delivery. I'm married with two boys in college. I have been on MFP logging everyday since June 16, 2015. I have lost 58 pounds. I have 12 pounds to get to my goal. It took me 20 years to figure out how to care for myself. I take care of my kids, husband and patients, but now it's my time. I'm important too!
WOW, what an inspiring message Julie! Thank you for sharing and joining our group.
~Pam
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I love seeing everyone here is working hard to be healthier for themselves and their families and ultimately be a rile model for their patients. I have inspired 's few of the nurses I work with. (all 20-30 years my junior) to start their weight loss journeys as well. They said if I can lose weight at my age they sure can lol.
Oh..... Sadly it is Girl Scout cookie time and the moms are all hawking their wares to the staff. I will not buy any but did eat one lemon cookie the other night. It was delicious! But I tracked it and moved on!
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Hi everyone...my name is Matt. I'm an LPN. I work full time on a locked psych unit. I've been over weight for as long as I can remember and this past fall when I tried to weigh my self on the old fashion balance scales at work I couldn't get my weight so the next day I went and bought a digital scale and found out my weight was over 350 lbs. Since then I've been Dx with sleep apnea and started using a CPAP,as well as prediabetes....I've been seeing a dietitian and using a MFP for accountability well the treadmill and lost 8 pounds in 2 weeks....last week I started on Saxenda too..I'm hoping that helps because my next step is a gastric sleeve.0
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Hi everyone...my name is Matt. I'm an LPN. I work full time on a locked psych unit. I've been over weight for as long as I can remember and this past fall when I tried to weigh my self on the old fashion balance scales at work I couldn't get my weight so the next day I went and bought a digital scale and found out my weight was over 350 lbs. Since then I've been Dx with sleep apnea and started using a CPAP,as well as prediabetes....I've been seeing a dietitian and using a MFP for accountability well the treadmill and lost 8 pounds in 2 weeks....last week I started on Saxenda too..I'm hoping that helps because my next step is a gastric sleeve.
Good luck Matt, you can do it. My hubby had a band and a good friend has a sleeve. They are good tools just remember you have to deal with your head. We are here to support you!0 -
Hi everyone...my name is Matt. I'm an LPN. I work full time on a locked psych unit. I've been over weight for as long as I can remember and this past fall when I tried to weigh my self on the old fashion balance scales at work I couldn't get my weight so the next day I went and bought a digital scale and found out my weight was over 350 lbs. Since then I've been Dx with sleep apnea and started using a CPAP,as well as prediabetes....I've been seeing a dietitian and using a MFP for accountability well the treadmill and lost 8 pounds in 2 weeks....last week I started on Saxenda too..I'm hoping that helps because my next step is a gastric sleeve.
You can do this Matt! There is so much support and guidance here. Your health is worth the effort.0 -
lariel2005 wrote: »Hello! thanx for inviting me to This Group. I am a dentist, and it is not a Very physical Job, I spend most of the day sitting... I hope to Get in shape to allow me to keep my Job for many years.
Welcome. Hopemacnurseapril wrote: »Hi! I'm April. Labour and Delivery Nurse for 15 years, Care Facilitator for 4.5 years.
I am a stress eater, the last time I saw Onederland was in 1996. Nursing school and poor eating packed on 40, working straight nights, a horrible marriage a divorce packed on 40. The remaining 20 came via a fabulous marriage, a deployment, 2 great kids and being in charge.
I'm 38. I want to be fab and 40 more than I want cake. I've got two years to get 120 lbs gone, and I'm down 8 and into week 3. This is not my first time at MFP, but it is my time being honest about why I eat, and exploring how I eat.Hi everyone...my name is Matt. I'm an LPN. I work full time on a locked psych unit. I've been over weight for as long as I can remember and this past fall when I tried to weigh my self on the old fashion balance scales at work I couldn't get my weight so the next day I went and bought a digital scale and found out my weight was over 350 lbs. Since then I've been Dx with sleep apnea and started using a CPAP,as well as prediabetes....I've been seeing a dietitian and using a MFP for accountability well the treadmill and lost 8 pounds in 2 weeks....last week I started on Saxenda too..I'm hoping that helps because my next step is a gastric sleeve.
Good luck Matt. I worked as a mental health tech many years ago before med school. Stressful job! Sounds like you are off to a great start.
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girlcalledryan wrote: »Hello! I am Ryan and I am a Medical Assistant, working in pediatric primary care, and also a Public Health student. Finishing up a Bachelor's to move on to med school? PA school? Don't know yet. I lost 120# over the first 3 years in the field, and then I moved, quit my job, got depressed, etc etc got fat again. I am looking to lose 90ish. Just feel/look/live more heathfully.
Go for it Ryan! Great health and a great career. Welcome!
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Hi everyone...my name is Matt. I'm an LPN. I work full time on a locked psych unit. I've been over weight for as long as I can remember and this past fall when I tried to weigh my self on the old fashion balance scales at work I couldn't get my weight so the next day I went and bought a digital scale and found out my weight was over 350 lbs. Since then I've been Dx with sleep apnea and started using a CPAP,as well as prediabetes....I've been seeing a dietitian and using a MFP for accountability well the treadmill and lost 8 pounds in 2 weeks....last week I started on Saxenda too..I'm hoping that helps because my next step is a gastric sleeve.
Welcome Matt! So glad you're here. I like your plan. Readiness, a plan of action and just putting one foot in front of the other will get you there. I also worked in the mental health field (and a locked unit) for 6 years as part of my nursing career. It's intense. Keep coming back. ~Pam 0 -
Hello, I'm a RN and I work at a prison. I started out at 288, now down to 277. I was in the 240's 2 years ago and pretty happy about my weight. Going on vacation in 7 days so I hope to lose a few more pounds. Next vacation is the first week in April, so I hope to be in the 250's. Not sure exactly why I lost interest and regained what I'd lost 2 years ago but here I am again. I used MFP the first time and became a fixture at the local gym. Anyway I lost 70 pounds last time, still have 'new clothes' waiting for me and I am now very motivated!!0
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Hello, I'm a RN and I work at a prison. I started out at 288, now down to 277. I was in the 240's 2 years ago and pretty happy about my weight. Going on vacation in 7 days so I hope to lose a few more pounds. Next vacation is the first week in April, so I hope to be in the 250's. Not sure exactly why I lost interest and regained what I'd lost 2 years ago but here I am again. I used MFP the first time and became a fixture at the local gym. Anyway I lost 70 pounds last time, still have 'new clothes' waiting for me and I am now very motivated!!
Glad you're back. You sound super motivated. Good luck & keep checking in. I think you're our first prison RN here. We have quite an interesting variety of health careers here. Cheers! 0 -
Greetings everyone! Speech Language Pathologist here! Lost 50 lbs approximately 2 years ago and have gained it all back and then some! Ready to take a crack at this again and would love support!!0
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oofdieblunk wrote: »Greetings everyone! Speech Language Pathologist here! Lost 50 lbs approximately 2 years ago and have gained it all back and then some! Ready to take a crack at this again and would love support!!
Welcome. It is hard to face doing things over. Great job on coming back.0 -
Thanks for the encouragement! I look forward to coming here!!0
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Second year med student checking in! Getting very close to goal weight now and have pretty much got the food part figured out but am working on making exercise more of a habit with classes and now board studying this semester. Definitely don't want to backtrack on the progress I've made over the last six month or so!
I know everything will get more difficult to balance (but more fun ) once I begin rotations in May, so I want to get a solid lock on maintenance mode now. 0 -
Second year med student checking in! Getting very close to goal weight now and have pretty much got the food part figured out but am working on making exercise more of a habit with classes and now board studying this semester. Definitely don't want to backtrack on the progress I've made over the last six month or so!
I know everything will get more difficult to balance (but more fun ) once I begin rotations in May, so I want to get a solid lock on maintenance mode now.
Welcome. I had a hard time fitting in exercise in med school too. It gets easier! Great job getting the eating part on track. Personally, I think that is the much harder and bigger piece!0 -
Hi! My name is Joanna, I'm a medical doctor and managed to gain another 20lbs during my ER rotation. I've always had to put some work into not gaining weight (being slightly overweight my entire life) Right now I'm just finishing up my internship and it's hard sometimes, mainly finding other coping strategies then burgers and red wine after stressful days.
It would be nice to connect with other healthcare professionals as well! I do feel like I need to find a different approach to healthy living and taking care of my self given the crazy work hours and the high stress-levels that come with the job. Sometimes I wish I had that gene that made you run 10 miles after a rough day, I however, was really not built like that.
Take care all!0
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