WLSChannel Newsletter March 20, 2009



WLS News

Greetings!

Tune into the March 20, 2009, edition of WLS News to learn about the connection between excess weight and erectile dysfunction, and discover the impact that carrying those extra pounds can have on your breathing. We’ll also explain how teenage obesity can be as bad as smoking, and take a look at the risk of joint replacement surgery for super-obese patients. Plus we’ll showcase a new seven-step program designed to help children who suffer from obesity move toward a healthy life. And reporter Yvonne McCarthy, host of WLS Journeys, will announce a special contest for weight loss surgery video bloggers. Tune in now to see this week’s newscast!

Online Support
90 Seconds to SuccessGet a Daily Dose of Inspiration

Start your day right, with a bite-size serving of encouragement from Craig Thompson, host of 90 Seconds to Success! Now 12 years post-op, Craig offers guidance and support from the heart to members of the weight loss surgery community. Regardless of the kind of procedure you had or where you are at in your weight loss journey, Craig will inspire and challenge you to live your best life each and every day, starting right now!

Welcome Our Newest Faculty Member
Dr. Bill AdamsDr. William P. Adams, Jr.

Dr. Bill Adams is Board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and has published numerous papers on reconstructive surgery, as well as presented multiple lectures at international conferences and symposia. He has helped hundreds of patients restore the appearance of their bodies and regain their self-confidence after significant weight loss, whether as a result of bariatric surgery or other means. Dr. Adams’ areas of expertise include cosmetic and reconstructive breast surgery (including breast augmentation and minimal scar breast lift), rhinoplasty, body contouring, tummy tucks, and liposuction, including ultrasound assisted lipoplasty. He is one of the nation’s leading authorities on breast implants, including cohesive gel implants, and body contouring procedures.

Be Our Friend on Facebook
Weight Loss Surgery Channel on FacebookConnect with Other Weight Loss Surgery Channel Viewers!

Come join the fun by connecting with friends and fans of the Weight Loss Surgery Channel on Facebook! Meet our faculty members, share stories with other pre- and post-op weight loss surgery patients from across the country, write on our wall, and upload your photos for all to see!

These are just a few ways you can take advantage of the exciting social networking technology that Facebook offers. Just do a search for WLS Channel, and let’s be friends!


Congratulations to Tom Blanchard, who was the lucky winner of our iTunes contest! Tom will receive a $50 Amazon gift card for posting his review of the Weight Loss Surgery Channel programs that are now available as podcasts for download on iTunes. If you haven’t checked ‘em out yet, you can see our iTunes podcasts here!

Sincerely,


Craig Thompson
12 Years PostOp RNY
President
Weight Loss Surgery Channel


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