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Emep: I have not been on this site or the old tlbc site in several weeks. Life, ya know. Anyhow, I am shocked to see all the angry and frustrated dialogue. Doubly shocked to see anyone thinking Heather is a "plant" - I know that is ridiculous. I have been on this site for years and she has always given helpful and eloquent advice, to me and to others. (Now Jane, on the other hand....) Anyhow, I also was not able to participate in all the old programs, but did get a lot of support from Jill, and I am sad to not have that open access that I was used to. I have not had any imformation about the new "organization" except from the pages of Canada Lapbandtalk, and eventually will try to tap into the new programs. I am lucky enough to live in the GTA, but sympathize with your frustration. It is true that you must find support wherever you can. I know that we on this site will do what we can to help you, and I wish you the best of luck on your journey.

Best of Luck to you, Jorja, and Doddie, I encourage you to keep giving your wise and helpful support on this site, and let no one discourage you from doing so. It is interesting to know that TLBC is monitoring this site. I certainly have my suspicions as to who is reporting back to them. But I hope it does, in the end, help those who are now having problems with the clinic. I still wonder how they are going to adequately replace Jill and all her wonderful programmes. I, for one, will miss her. Happy Holidays to all!!

As you probably know, Jane, no one at TLBC will discuss this, other than to say she is no longer there. I tried.

I have not been on the site for a while. I am shocked and disturbed by the fact that Jill will no longer be there with her gentle manner and very helpful information. Jane c., I hate to say this but you really sound like an apologist for the administration, which is not what this web site is for. It was Jill who put together the most useful support programs offered by TLBC; there is no one there who has the skills and caring attitude to continue those programs, and I fear they will end now with her disappearance . We have a right to have opinions and feelings about this. I also worry for the future of the clinic, and for what it will mean for all of us who were banded there.

My love and best wishes to you, dear Green. Will talk soon.

I know it is a long weekend in Canada, and lots of people here are away, but please someone out there, respond. I need some help!

By the way, haven't had the heart to change my tape, so add 15 lbs.

I have had an Inamed 10cc band in for 1 year, but 6 weeks ago I started to have"tightening" and 4 weeks ago I suddenly could eat anything and didn't feel banded at all. After confirming with Fluoroscopy, it turns out the tubing has broken away from the rest of the band and is flapping loose. I've gained about 15 lb. and am going for new band in a week. I'm finding this tremendously depressing and frustrating, and also am worried the new one won't work as wellas the old one did, or that I've lost some of the strength and enthusiasm I had with my original surgery. Anyone out there go through a similar experience, particularly with the Inamed band? I really could use some help!

Hi Maryvan: I haven't yet tried the pre-op diet, as I was away, and couldn't do the Protein shakes etc. Well, that's my excuse and I'm sticking to it. Anyhow, today I ran a race in the Distillery district in Toronto, so no preop diet today! Maybe tomorrow.... I was done at TLBC by Dr. Yau one year ago, and it was Jill who suggested the pre-op diet to kickstart out of a plateau. I really like her alot, and she really seems to want to help. Sorry you two are having such a hard time of it. It does seem unfair. What about the "Insulin Resistance" possibility? Maybe some Metformin is what you need to get things moving again. I'm Diabetic, but with the weight loss, I'm in good control now, although Iam still on Metformin. I'm almost afraid to go off it. Cheers to all and have a good Sunday!

Also, if you still get 'em, accept that you will gain pounds before periods.

Sounds delightful, and I'm going tomorrow for manicure and pedicure. I love having pretty pink toes. I was banded one year ago, and just wanted to congratulate you on starting a new, healthier life. I have not an ounce of regret- this is the best thing I have ever done for myself. It will be for you too!

Hi there, Susan. You are doing so well. It is amazing how differently the different bands work. I could never get 1 1/2 cc at a time with my Inamed band. My fills are .1 to .15 cc. Anything more and I'm hurling. Anyhow, you are back on track and going strong- congratulations, shayna punim!:thumbup:

That was really nice of you, rlp. I saw Dr. Yau yesterday, and he said the same thing- that it was likely colon caught up in the band. He also said it was more likely to happen with an Inamed band, but didn't explain why this was. (He was between surgeries). I am going away tomorrow morning, with some long distance driving involved. He assured me it would be safe- that the worst thing that could happen would be that the band would pull away from the tubing, and I would feel unfilled and able to eat freely. But he said this was not dangerous to me, and he will investigate, and possibly operate, when I get back. So, hopefully, mystery solved, and I will write again when I know more. Thanks to all for your help and well-wishes.

It's been happening for a week now. No sit-ups. No new forms of exercise. Weird, eh?