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The Annual Charity Walk is a great way to get together, listen to some speakers, get a shirt, walk a little. . . and support a great cause!!! Read more below.
Sincerely, Joseph A. Kuhn, MD
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Annual Charity Obesity Walk this Sunday, October 28 (will be the BEEEST)
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The Walk from Obesity is the best way to show support for the prevention and treatment of obesity. With this support, you can help to change the bias against obesity. Remember, obesity is the leading cause of mortality and the second leading cause of cancer. Research is severely lacking. Advocacy is critical through the Obesity Action Coalition. No other organization speaks for the millions of patients.
Go to the Obesity Action Coalition website to see more information about the walk.
Check out all the Walks in the US, then Join
You can register on-line. $25 gets a t-shirt, bunch of goodies, and one year membership in OAC. Children 12 and under are free. You can join a Team or just register. All are welcome. You can walk as little or as long as you like.
Location: Hilton Anatole, exit Wycliff Ave.
Courtyard in the Back by the Veranda club
Many booths
SURPRISE CBS Newscaster as Master of Ceremonies
Registration opens at 7:00
Walk and speakers at 8:00
Parking: Exit Wycliff Ave
If you can walk a little, park in LOT 5 across the street from th hotel propery and follow the signs
If you have some trouble walking, park in LOT 4 on hotel property
Free parking validation for walkers who register
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Not Too Late. Great Event Friday and Saturday. Just for Bariatric Patients and family
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The first annual NATIONAL Obesity Action Coalition Convention is actually THIS weekend in Dallas. The event is solely for patients or people interested in the Latest in Obesity management. The topics for each day are listed here for convenience. Can register at the Door for $50 for a day. Will probably never again be in Dallas. A great event.
Link Here for Meeting Details
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November SUPPORT MEETING:
Nov 12, 2012
7-9:00 pm, Medical City
Children's Tower, Class A/B
Second Monday of Month
Nov 8, 2012
7-8:30 pm, Baylor Park Lane
2nd floor conference room
Second Thurs of Month
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Nov 8. Baylor Park Lane
Dressing for the New You. Guest Speaker-Fashion Expert Lisa Rowe
Learn how to dress for your current weight. Men and Women.
Nov 12. Medical City
Surgeon Panel for unlimited questions of any kind. Dr. Kuhn will be one of the panelists.
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New Referrals
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For new referrals, we will mail a DVD to a potential person who is considering their options or who simply wants to learn more about bariatric surgery.
You can Email our new patient coordinator to assist with mailings:
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Sincerely,
Joseph Kuhn, MD, FACS Medical Director
WLS Surgical Associates |
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Link to TV program
About Obesity and Duodenal Switch
Dr. Kuhn
| Dr. Kuhn was asked some questions on Channel 5 recently.
He spoke about the benefits of bariatric surgery. The newscaster asked about the Duodenal Switch, which is gaining some interest . . . but mostly not advised due to risks, side effects, and need for reversal.
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Obesity Medications:
Qsymia
Belviq
Xenical
Phentermine
Who, What, When???
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The latest FDA approved drugs for obesity are:
1. Qsymia (phentermine-topiramate) has shown about a 13.2% weight loss in one year. About 26.6 lbs in a 200 pound person. Now available
2. Belviq (Lorcaserin) has been approved but not yet available. Studies have shown a 5.8% weight loss in one year (11.6 pounds in a 200 pound person)
The other agents for comparison:
3. Xenical (Alli) causes fat malabsorption. Usually see 4% weight loss (8 pounds in one year)
4. Phentermine (Adipex) usually see 5% weight loss or about 10 pounds.
All require appropriate diet and exercise.
You can read more about these in the following link:
Link about Diet Pills
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Do You Need Support?
Someone to Chat with
While at Home???
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Don't forget our Weekly Facebook Chat.
Every Tuesday 9-10 pm. Dr. Kuhn and a lot of patients "like" WLSSurgical Facebook page.
It is easy, and fun. You can ask questions or just check out what others are saying . . . Live or later. 
WLSSurgical Facebook (click Here, then, "LIKE")
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Sclerotherapy National Shortage
you can help
| There is only one company that makes Sodium Morrhuate, the agent that is used for Sclerotherapy, which is the injection for narrowing the outflow from the pouch. The country has been out of this agent for over 6 months. If you can send an email to the company, emphasizing the importance of their agent and how it might help you, please do so.
Email the Company
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Before and After for Med City Brochure
| If you had your surgery at Medical City and you would be willing to have your before and after photos on the hospital brochure, then please contact Dr. Kuhn.
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If you know about one of our former patients who is not getting these emails, feel free to forward using the link above. They can add themselves to the mailing list. |
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