<**MODERATOR**> CUDDLYANGEL YOU HAVE THE NEXT QUESTION:):)

 <CuddlyAngel> My Question is .....If the pyschciatrist says you meet the criteria ....for medically necessary ...is it likely that i will be approved? [

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> It means that you don't hear as many voices as you normally tell them...

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> the approval process is from several angels..

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> the insurance company, the surgeon, nad you./...

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> you have passed the psychiatrist, which means you don't have a disorder which needs medicaiton...

<CuddlyAngel> He said due to my weight bmi and co morbids as well as my mentality

<CuddlyAngel> He said due to my weight bmi and co morbids as well as my mentality

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> now you need to see if you fit into your insurance criteria and then if the surgeons says its a go and the insurance     approves...

 <Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> you willl have a new scar on your belly. Good luck.

<**MODERATOR**> LYNNDATESCHEDOHIO YOU HAVE THE NEXT QUESTION:)

<LynnDateSchedOhio> Dr Simpson, I have mitral valve prolapse and a heart murmur that sometimes causes an extra beat or two of my heart     under stress. I do not take medication for either condition. Will either of these conditions stop me from having surgery?

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> Lynn, mitral valve prolapse is common in people and is not prohibitive from any surgery....

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> My patients tell me I don't have a murmer because I don't have a heart....

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> but that is another story....

<LynnDateSchedOhio> lol<

Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> you will need some antibiotics specifically for your murmer, and your surgeon will know those or ...

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> your anesthesiologist. Good luck. Save your heart, start walking.

 <**MODERATOR**> CRYSTAL YOU HAVE THE NEXT QUESTION:)

<Crystal> I was diagnosed with Chrohns and it was active for one year, I took meds for it and then it went into remission. I was obese through     it all. Can I still have an RNY? I have been in remission for about 3 1/2 years.

<LynnDateSchedOhio> Yes, sir... I have.. thank you.

 <Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> Crohn's disease is not a specific contraindication to any of the surgeries....

 <Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> it might make future care a bit difficult, but it is not something that would prohibit you from having this...

<Crystal> thank you

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> glad it went into remission...

 <Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> now get the surgery. Good luck.

<Crystal> me too

<**MODERATOR**> ALISON IN ALASKA YOU HAVE THE NEXT QUESTION:)

<Alison in Alaska> Dr. Simpson, do you still require your patients to lose 10# prior to DS?  If so, I was wondering why?

 <Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> I do require weight loss, as a numbe rof surgeons do....

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> the reason is fairly simple....

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> DS is a surgery which demands compliance after the surgery....

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> and if you cannot follow things before the surgery, then doing the surgery does no good for the patient...

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> and can make them ill, especially if they eat a high carb diet and avoid protein....

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> by going on a diet similiar to post op, they will lose weight, and they demonstarte compliance....

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> if they have not lost, then we cancel their surgery until they do...

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> that is the reason. Plus I am cruel.

 

<Alison in Alaska> that is going to be my only down fall, carbs!

<Alison in Alaska> yah.. we knew THAT

<**MODERATOR**> KELLY YOU HAVE THE NEXT QUESTION PLEASE:)LOL

<Kelly> HI! Dr. Simpson   what can I do about increased mmmm gas  every time I eat or drink  I belch for hours

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> Well Kelly, you should become a Bears fan and go to football games....

 <Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> there are several things which cause gas....

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> the first one is the air which you swallow during the course of the day

 <Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> the second is some foods cause more gas than others....

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> such as beans (big surprise),,,

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> and the third thing is to decrease carbohydrates and ....

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> medicines which work include Devrom, which has an 800 number....

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> pepto bisomol...

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> and a cork. Good luck.

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> www.devrom.com

<Kelly> ty

**MODERATOR**> ANGLE76 YOU HAVE THE NEXT QUESTION:)  

<angel76> I have low blood sugar but it stays in line on a 1200 cal diet pcp thinks it would be ok to have surgery

<angel76> insurance has already approved and see surgeon next week will my sugar be ok

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> Yes, it would be just fine to have surgery, but low blood .sugar isn't a contraindication for the surgery,

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> and in fact, you don't need that many calories to regulate your sugar after the surgery

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> good luck.

<angel76> they say now eat carbs what do i do then

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> protein, not carbs, carbs will actually decrease sugar in the long run.

<**MODERATOR**> BBWSKN YOU HAVE THE NEXT QUESTION PLEASE:)

 <bbwskn> I want to know how long the recovery process is for bariatric (laproscopic) and how long do you have to be out of work?

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> Recovery for bariatric surgery, lap and open , is the same....

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> typically three to four days in the hospital, three weeeks off of work...

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> unless, of course you have comlications, in which case it might be longer....

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> and my friend here, tells me that it should be longer...

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> but that is another story. GOod luck.

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> Oh, no sex for 17 years after surgery.

 <bbwskn> lol

<bbwskn> I don't want children

<bbwskn> thanks..time to go

<**MODERATOR**> TONI YOU HAVE THE NEXT QUESTION:)

<Toni (12/16/02)> Thanks! I am only 22 and it is so difficult to find long term post-ops - how long is the longest post-op you know of? Do you     forsee any long-term ill effects of surgery on someone my age?

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> at age 22, well you should do just grat -- long term

 <Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> well, my longest is ten years, and he is doing great....

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> I have someone in my practice, from another state who is 22 years out, and she is doing well

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> the registry has even longer ones out, so you should do fine. Better to have this than obesity.

<Toni (12/16/02)> thanks

<**MODERATOR**> JAMIE YOU HAVE THE NEXT QUESTION:)

 <Jamie> Good evening. My surgeon has explained to me that he does open RNY using lap intruments. Ever hear of this? Does this mean the     incision will be smaller?

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> Well, there are some lap instruments we all use because of their configuration.... [

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> but that does not mean a smaller incision. An incision heals from side to side not up and down

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> open or lap -- incisions heal the same way. You want your surgeon t osee and operate well.

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> I need glasses, and do my patients hate it when I forget them.

<**MODERATOR**> LISA CHINO HILLS YOU HAVE THE NEXT QUESTION:)

 <Lisa Chino Hills, CA> Hi Dr...What is your feeling about N/F milk after surgery (4 mths) I used to hate milk and now crave. Is is ok? What is     too much

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> I think non fat milk is simply blue water. Well, anything in moderation is ok, and that is somethign you have to     decide....

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> So, I would suggest you check the carbs of what you are drinking and keep it to a minimum....

 <Lisa Chino Hills, CA> You sound like a great guy...thanks

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> that is, total daily carbs to 40 grams a day...

 <Lisa Chino Hills, CA> ok....got it

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> while losing, 60 grams to maintain.. I am not nice.

<Lisa Chino Hills, CA> I know... but at least you have a sense of humor!

<LynnDateSchedOhio> A pretty good one too.

 <**MODERATOR**> APRIL YOU HAVE THE NEXT QUESTION:)

<april> im am 200lbs and 5'2. My dr. says based on family history i can have this surgery. What do you think? [

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> That is a BMI which is less than 40, although I cannot calculate it quickly right now....

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> It depends on your insurance company and your co morbidities and what they require.

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> good luck.

<**MODERATOR**> SALLY YOU HAVE THE NEXT QUESTION:)

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> Hi sally

<**MODERATOR**> LYNNE YOU HAVE THE NEXT QUESTION PLEASE:)

<Lynne> have you performed a reversal of the original intestinal bypass and then followed with the newer surgery

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> Well, Lynne, I have done a number of reversals and revisions, so it is possible

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> there are a few things which I have not reversed yet, but I am certain they will come around...

 <Lynne> do the unused intestines go back to working ok?

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> they do, they plump up just fine. For those who had the jejuno ileal bypass...

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> that comes back.

<**MODERATOR**> TEDRA YOU HAVE THE NEXT QUESTION:)

<Tedra> Hi Doc.... do you know of any programs that help pay for this surgery for those of us who have insurance with exlusions??

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> No, I don't know of any programs...

<Tedra> thanks

 <Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> there are some patients who have put together things, but the best is to save...

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> and good luck.

<**MODERATOR**> MG 4 WKS YOU HAVE THE NEXT QUESTION:)

<MG 4 wks post-op> I am 4 wks post - first week -10 lbs, 3weeks no weight loss, I'm drinking water, exercising, and having the right amount of     protein. Have you ever heard about this long of a plateau at the begining?

 <Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> I think that you have to realize that the first thing you do is lose inches...

 <Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> the second thing that you do is to lose weight....

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> so measure inches first...

<MG 4 wks post-op> so you've had a patient who hasn't lost lbs for this long?

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> next, keep some of the carbohydrates down....carbs are the eney..

<MG 4 wks post-op> I have lost inches, i just want to make sure i"m not defective!

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> Yes, MG, some don't at first, but keep up with the program, it will be fine...

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> well, MG check your original packaging for the manual. Good luck.

<MG 4 wks post-op> thanks I will! 

<**MODERATOR**> PAMTN YOU HAVE THE NEXT QUESTION:)

<PamTN> I have diabetes. I had hysterectomy 6 yrs ago. have large scar and hernia. how will this affect my chances of getting to have     surgery??lf ew

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> Here I am in beautiful downtown Naperville Illinois-- miles from the great city of Chciago and spending my time with     you.....

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> THe diabetes is not a contraindication, nor is the scar or the hernia.... i

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> it is more up to your insurance and surgeon, than those factors....

<PamTN> thanks very much

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> in fact, I would say that having diabetes is a reason to have this surgery....

<PamTN> so do i

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> this may be one of hte few real good cures for diabetes-- not all of course, and you will still have that predisposition...

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> but the weight loss will decrease insulin resistence...

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> and you will be fine.

 <Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> good luck.

<PamTN> appreciate you

**MODERATOR**> MINDY IN MIAMI YOU HAVE THE NEXT QUESTION:)

<MINDY IN MIAMI> I have a bubble type lug exercise machine from a previous surgery. Would it help to use it pre-op for my lungs?Also is     it ok to have a PPD required for work. Thanks for helping us.

 <MINDY IN MIAMI> lung <blanca> hello i'm 24 years old and i have pseudotumor do you think this will help me

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> Miami, there is a city I have never been too. Great looking  beaches... The machine is still good...

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> walk instead of this machine, but use it and get in shape

 <Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> ppd isn't a problem at all. Good luck. Send me some sand.

<MINDY IN MIAMI> it's in the mail come visit

<**MODERATOR**> LYNNDATESCHEDOHIO YOU HAVE THE NEXT QUESTION:)

<LynnDateSchedOhio> Doc, if you are allergic to codiene (even the artificial kind) will morphine be a problem? Both regular and artificial     codiene make me very ill.

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> Morphine and COdein are not terribly related although both are narcotics...

 <Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> but some narcotics are hard to tolerate, and others are not...

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> codeine is hard for some people, although it did great when my wisdom teeth came out...

<LynnDateSchedOhio> Um, should I get a test run?

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> which apparently is my wisdom, cause it is gone too...

<LynnDateSchedOhio> lol

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> no test runs needed, they will see...

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> you should be fine. Good luck.

<LynnDateSchedOhio> Thanks

<**MODERATOR**> LYNNE YOU HAVE THE NEXT QUESTION PLEASE:)

 <Lynne> What are the results after a reversal of the jejuno ileal bypass and then followed by the new surgery?  Any additional complications?

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> Lynne, with revision surgery the risks are six times as much as the risks of a non revision surgery....

<Lynne> what risks?

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> there is an increased incidence of all forms of complications, nevertheless....

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> patients do well. The risks include increased leak rate after surgery, increased abscess rate, increased rate of ...

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> other usual complications of surgery. But a jejuno ileal bypass SHOULD be taken down,...

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> because it has a risk of cirrhosis, which is a very bad thing to get. Although, if I can get out of my class tonight... <Lynne> that is what i have been reading

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> I would like to have a drink....

<Lynne> but I am nervous about doing it

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> my behind is a bit sore. Oh, I am here taking a class. Lynne, reversal is better and easier on you...

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> than having cirrhosis. So, get it reversed if nothing else.... [

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> There is af amous surgeon who spent the first half of his career doing the jejuno ileal bypass and the second half

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> taking them down.

<**MODERATOR**> KRISTY IN VA YOU HAVE THE NEXT QUESTION:)

<KristyInVA-144> how much does one  of your patients thats 10 months out get in as in calories, protein, carbs, all that good stuff?

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> I don't care about calories specifically, I want them to have 60 to 80 grams of prtoein, cause I do a distal type     procedure

 <Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> and no more than 60 grams of carbs until they reach goal, then introduce as needed and weigh daily....

 <Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> I eat the other stuff for them. Good luck.

<KristyInVA-144> ty

<**MODERATOR**> blanca YOU HAVE THE NEXT QUESTION PLEASE:)

<blanca> i'm 24 years old and i have pseudotumor do you think this can help me

 <Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> Losing weight through WLS is somethin which has helped a lot of patients wtih this...

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> specifically, pseudotumor cerbri, so it is one of the indications for the surgery

 <Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> SO I would suggest it would be a good thing for you. GOood luck. THere is someone who comes in the chatroom     here late at night...

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> Kathi From Hawaii, who had that disease and had the surgery... [

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> she is someone you should seek out and talk to. Get a referral to a surgeon. GOod luck.

<**MODERATOR**> SUNNY ALBERTA YOU HAVE THE NEXT QUESTION PLEASE:)

<sunny alberta> when i had my gallbladder out i thru up alot in recovery is there anything i should tell the anasthesoligist to help this not happen     again and if there isn't will it be a problem for my staples i'm having rny, thanking you in advance

 <Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> Well, yes, talk to your anesthesiologist....

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> there are a lot of new drugs which they can give, and some which they can avoid...

 <Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> we like patients not to vomit, although some patients seem to vomit more than ...

 <Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> Ally McBeal, and that is one way to lose weight -- works with hollywood types.... [

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> so, talk with the docotrs and they should be able to help you. For tyou, walk. and wlak a lot ofter surgery.

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> my computer keyboard is whacky tonight.

<**MODERATOR**> LADYROSE YOU HAVE THE NEXT QUESTION PLEASE:)

<Ladyrose> I am a 52 y/o woman, 232 pounds, 5'2", BMI 42, on 2 antihypertensive medications ..in your opinion would that make me a good     candidate. Also have fibromyalgia.

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> Fibromyalgia isn't a factor or co factor, but you fit the criteria, and the `hypertension....

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> is not going to get better with obesity....

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> so, you would be a great candidate --- sign at the bottom of the page and I will see you next week.

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> good luck.

<**MODERATOR**> TONI YOU HAVE THE NEXT QUESTION PLEASE:)

<Toni (12/16/02)> Me again:) The morphine question triggered my memory lol - My dad is allergic to morphine, but I've never had it, should i tell     the surgeon this? Can that allergy be passed down to me? Should I ask for something like demerol instead?

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> Toni --- demerol is a fine alternative.

<**MODERATOR**> SKIPPER YOU HAVE THE NEXT QUESTION:)

<skipper> 6 months post. When I eat popcorn. I get a pain that last 3 or 4 days. Whats up?

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> don't eat popcorn.

<skipper> thanks

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> too many carbohydrates, if you don't chew it then it will get stuck...

 <Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> and someone like a GI person might have to pull it out...;

 <Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> instead of popcorn, have a steak.

<skipper> yuk

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> ok, have some tuna

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> how about a nice grilled salmon?

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> sausage?

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> bratworst -- and why isn't it bratbest?

<**MODERATOR**> MS-SKI@GOAL YOU HAVE THE NEXT QUESTION:)

 <Ms-Ski@goal> Hi- I wasnt Transected just 4 rows of staples- should i be worried later on about a staple disruption?( sorry about my spelling)     is there anything i can do to prevent a staple line disruption?

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> Yes, do not over eat your pouch

 <Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> watch your portions carefully...

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> wash your hands after and before eating...

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> chew your food well....

<Ms-Ski@goal> How do i know if im over eating???

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> and don't eat if you are full. Good luck. ...

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> watch your portions and feel if you are full...

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> although usually we find that patients don't reaquire more than a day or so of the medicine....

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> and go to orals quickly....

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> and usually tylenol works great by day three or so...

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> or we give a prescription for silver bullets.

<**MODERATOR**> KANDI YOU HAVE THE NEXT QUESTION:)

<kandi> is there any advise on what you should do to prepare for surgery

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> Yes kandi there is a lot of advice which I would give....

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> first is to start a walking program, and begin before surgery and work your way up to 45 minutes...

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> second, start reading labels for the food you are eating and write it down....

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> or join fitday.com and let htem calculate it for you....

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> finally, begin to watch your portions before surgery and see ifyou can guess how much you are eating and how little     you will be after the operation...

 <kandi> thank you - that helps a lot

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> finally, be sure to send your surgeon a thank you card when you are done, cause we like that.

<**MODERATOR**> MS-SKI@GOAL YOU HAVE THE NEXT QUESTION:)

<Ms-Ski@goal> can I  re-shrink my pouch? to like in the beginning so i can eat less?

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> Well` yes and no.

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> the pouch normally willincrease to ten ounces after a couple of years,...

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> but that does not interfer with wight loss....

<Ms-Ski@goal> Im one yr and i can do 8 oz

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> and to re shrink is hard, if it is an acute enlargement, it will go back....

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> 8 oz is ok, just watch what you put in it. I have a patient who is years out from their RNY...

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> and her pouch is still 4 oz, and she is at goal and antoerh who has about a 12 oz pouch who is still at ogal.

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> learn some new habits, and good luck.

 <Ms-Ski@goal> Thats not 8 oz of steak tho:-)

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> Ski, I will have your stake.

 <**MODERATOR**> ANTHONY YOU HAVE THE NEXT QUESTION:) >

<Anthony> What do you recomend for exercise for a brand new postie

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> walking, anthony, and then walking some more, and when you are done with that....

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> walk some more. Finally I recommend walking.

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> 45 miunutes per day, four days per week, and a fast pace...

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> not like when I walk my beloved doggies.

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> gotta get that stickem stuff

<**MODERATOR**> KANDI YOU HAVE THE NEXT QUESTION:)

<kandi> how fast do people usually lose wt.

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> the average is 10 to 15 lbs per month for the first six months...

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> although in six weeks usually ten per cent of weight...

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> it changes and it varies with your starting weight also....

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> so don['t be discouraged when someone loses faster than you....

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> but you should be thinkin gof getting to goal as soon as you can, and with a lot of discipline you can do it...

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> of course if it was easy God would not have invented cookies.

<**MODERATOR**> KANDI YOU HAVE THE NEXT ONE

<kandi> how soon are people usually up and around - i have a 1 and 2 year old that are extremely active that i love to chase

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> give me a can of paint, I will mix it up in a second. Well, as long as you don't lift them for about six weeks...

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> then you should be up and around within a couple of weeks, and walking after them would be good...

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> BMI of 43 is good enough for most of us.....

<kandi> definately 6 weeks - no exceptions

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> six weeks, is fine, and there are no exceptions, unless you like to have your favorite surgeon ... [

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> fix a hernia for you. Which we like to do, but

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> ok gang, thank you for joining me. I have to make aphone call and get my dunce cap back one..

<TAMMY> THANK YOU DR. SIMPSON! THANK YOU MEMBERS! PLEASE VISIT DR. SIMPSON AT:     WWW.ARIZONABARIATRICCENTER.COM

<Dr. Simpson(Chicago)> I need a new pillow for my skinny backsinde

<**MODERATOR**> THANK YOU EVERYONE AND DR. SIMPSON!

 



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