Brian Wheeler to have surgery Monday!

by lefty6283 on Aug 15, 2008 8:37 PM PDT

While I was listening to Wheels after Work today, and just prior to the end of the show, he announced that on next Monday morning (August 18th), he will undergo Laproscopic Band surgery. This is similar to a stomach staple, in that a band will be placed around the upper part of the stomach, shrinking the available space for food (very similar to gastric bypass, but according to Wheels, much safer). He also went on to say that he will not be hosting Wheels After Work this week, but will be out of the hospital the same day as the surgery.

I'm sure I speak for my fellow B-Edgers in wishing Wheels a speedy recovery! Our prayers are with you Wheels!

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This is good news

I’ve been actually worried about him for a while. I didn’t know how to tastefully address this in a fanpost. I really like Wheels and hope that things turn out great.

by parkinglotj on Aug 15, 2008 8:46 PM PDT reply actions

best wishes to brian wheeler

BRANDON ROY GET WELL SOON (SERIOUSLY DOG)

by Ben Golliver on Aug 15, 2008 8:51 PM PDT reply actions

First Oden, Then Roy

and now this!!!!!!

Why God, Why???

Norsktroll -"Carlos Boozer.............is known in China as "Fan Gu Zai," which, loosely translated, means "Betrayal Skull Guy."

by 92wastheyear on Aug 15, 2008 9:08 PM PDT reply actions

He's taking one for the team

We obviously had one more operation in our quota for the year, and Wheels stepped up to the plate.

(OK, sorry about the pun at the end, that was really bad).

Best of luck, Wheels.

Other people don't have as much practice at being wrong as I do -- HT, timbo

by jscot on Aug 16, 2008 12:16 AM PDT up reply actions 1 recs

Haha it took me a second to get your pun.

Nicely placed.

by CaptainSexyJacob on Aug 16, 2008 12:26 PM PDT up reply actions

lol

horrible

Krikey! Kiteboarding is Kewl!

by prezofdeath on Aug 16, 2008 1:07 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs

Good luck Wheels. This could add years to your life.

"Besides, AnntheFan will be here any minute to #25 you." T Darkstar

by annthefan on Aug 15, 2008 9:09 PM PDT reply actions

will

by noaher on Aug 16, 2008 4:34 PM PDT up reply actions

Only if he continues with the other lifestyle changes required to make it work.

I know of 2 people where I work who have had the procedure. One, a woman, has been successful and the other has not if evidenced by his expanding girth.

"Besides, AnntheFan will be here any minute to #25 you." T Darkstar

by annthefan on Aug 16, 2008 6:31 PM PDT up reply actions

Good for him!

I wish him the best. He’s a great radio announcer and I love his afternoon/evening show on 95.5. Every time I see him though, he looks heavier and heavier. Hopefully this will keep him with the blazers for years to come.

If you're paddling upstream in a canoe and a wheel falls off, how many pancakes fit in a doghouse? None! Ice cream has no bones!

by Arby on Aug 15, 2008 9:10 PM PDT reply actions

You will be ok.

Do what is best for you and your people.

by 1spike62 on Aug 15, 2008 9:36 PM PDT reply actions

Wheels is one of the best in the bizz

and I hope this adds years to his broadcasting career as well as many many years of good health to his life. Here’s to Brian Wheeler and his fast recovery.

by MattyDread on Aug 15, 2008 9:37 PM PDT reply actions

Good to hear!

Maybe Kevin Duckworth should follow in Wheels’ footsteps? I remember I saw him on the pregame/postgame show and I didn’t even recognize him.

Beaver believer!

by mannyfresh1 on Aug 15, 2008 9:49 PM PDT reply actions

I actually just saw a photo of Wheels and he looked huge and I was wondering if he could use this

surgery. I think it will really help him out. Plus it will be cool to look at the before an after photos. Wish him the best.

by BRoyInThe4th on Aug 15, 2008 11:52 PM PDT reply actions

Good luck wheels, hoping for the best....

ROY > MJ

by myemic23 on Aug 16, 2008 12:23 AM PDT reply actions

Good luck Wheels!

Just make sure you and Roy are back to open the season. We need you.

Take care of yourself and keep those tips frosted,
Mortimer

by Mortimer on Aug 16, 2008 12:41 AM PDT reply actions

Don't worry, Rudy is ready to step in for Wheels if he's not ready by then.

In all seriousness though may you have a successful surgery and a quick recovery Wheels. I don’t care what some haters say I love your enthusiasm about the Blazers.

by Bskey on Aug 16, 2008 1:50 AM PDT up reply actions

Good Luck Wheels!

You’re the best – and can’t wait to have you back on the air.

I am hoping for a quick, painless recovery for you.

Ball Don't Lie

by bothteamsplayedhard on Aug 16, 2008 8:30 AM PDT reply actions

I hope he does an extreme make over (re: hair and wardrobe) and also gets well soon

Somehow he’s regressed to someone from the 1980’s. This recent photo looks like he should be on the cast of Miami Vice.

"I grab every opportunity to tweak Timbo." - annthefan

by tominhawaii on Aug 16, 2008 9:14 AM PDT reply actions

Get Better

I hope this helps Brian,when I was at the draft party he was coming upmthe elevator and he was white as a ghost.I was real worried for him. I asked him if he wanted a water and he sad yes please.I went and got him one and he was really nice to chat with.My prayers are with you,you take care and rest.You do a great job !!!

Rick G.

by trailblazerfan61 on Aug 16, 2008 11:06 AM PDT reply actions

Anyone know Wheels' salary?

And also, how much does this surgery generally cost?

by CaptainSexyJacob on Aug 16, 2008 12:26 PM PDT reply actions

4 words

SPAM

Krikey! Kiteboarding is Kewl!

by prezofdeath on Aug 16, 2008 1:07 PM PDT up reply actions

I'm sure he has good medical insurance through his place of work.

"Besides, AnntheFan will be here any minute to #25 you." T Darkstar

by annthefan on Aug 16, 2008 3:02 PM PDT up reply actions

Good luck Wheels.

I have heard from people that work with him that he gets winded, and drenched with sweat walking from his car to the inside of the building. They have been worried that he he will have a heart attack for quite some time. Save your life Brian. We don’t want to lose you.

My favorite teams are the Blazers and any team that is playing the Lakers.

by OCBlazerFan1 on Aug 17, 2008 7:22 AM PDT reply actions

My thoughts and prayers are with you Wheels for a successful procedure, a speedy recovery, and a healthy future.

MLB2PDX!!! (someday...)

by The Cactus Leaguer on Aug 17, 2008 10:03 AM PDT reply actions

Good luck

hope all goes well

There is probably no more terrible instance of enlightenment than the one in which you discover your father is a man — with human flesh.
Paul Muad'Dib - Dune (Frank Herbert)

My Translation: My Dad is a dude just like me, and my sons are dudes like me also. I love that. I've got you covered bro... much love.

by johnv59 on Aug 17, 2008 10:20 AM PDT reply actions

I know someone

who recently lost about 100 lbs. The only problem was their skin didn’t shrink back very much and they are now contemplating a tummy tuck.

There is probably no more terrible instance of enlightenment than the one in which you discover your father is a man — with human flesh.
Paul Muad'Dib - Dune (Frank Herbert)

My Translation: My Dad is a dude just like me, and my sons are dudes like me also. I love that. I've got you covered bro... much love.

by johnv59 on Aug 17, 2008 10:21 AM PDT up reply actions