Jlkhollins

Bleachie: I had surgery with Dr. Schroder three weeks ago. If you would like to chat, I can fill you in on my experience. Good luck with your journey!!!

I can't say enough wonderful things about Dr. Schroder's whole practice! I had amazing care, great follow up, and unbelievable results. And, he is my biggest cheerleader! Good luck with your journey!!!

My band is coming out next Thursday and being revised to the gastric sleeve. The surgeon I am using (Dr. Schroder in Richmond, VA) says he sees a lot of lap band patients who are looking for a revision due to complications with the band. He does it in one surgery. In fact, I had pre-op today and he said it only adds an extra 10 minutes to the surgery to take the band out. He removes the band, cleans up the scar tissue, and performs the sleeve.
Jennifer

I am six weeks out of revision surgery (January 29th) and down 55 pounds at this point (way more weight than I ever lost with lap band). I saw my surgeon for a one month follow up last week and am amazed at the amount of damage that was done to my stomach by the band. He told me that the band had adhered to my stomach and was eroding through. He said there were small holes throughout my stomach where the band had attached itself. He was able to fix everything in one surgery (thank god...no way I could have done two surgeries) and I have been on the mend for a month and a half.
What is amazing is that I had no symptoms of anything that could be wrong. No fever, reflux, etc. The only time I suspected anything is when I would go for fills and the band would be unfilled and I could actually feel it pulling my stomach (worst feeling ever).

I am six weeks out of revision surgery (January 29th) and down 55 pounds at this point (way more weight than I ever lost with lap band). I saw my surgeon for a one month follow up last week and am amazed at the amount of damage that was done to my stomach by the band. He told me that the band had adhered to my stomach and was eroding through. He said there were small holes throughout my stomach where the band had attached itself. He was able to fix everything in one surgery (thank god...no way I could have done two surgeries) and I have been on the mend for a month and a half.
What is amazing is that I had no symptoms of anything that could be wrong. No fever, reflux, etc. The only time I suspected anything is when I would go for fills and the band would be unfilled and I could actually feel it pulling my stomach (worst feeling ever).

I am six weeks out of revision surgery (January 29th) and down 55 pounds at this point (way more weight than I ever lost with lap band). I saw my surgeon for a one month follow up last week and am amazed at the amount of damage that was done to my stomach by the band. He told me that the band had adhered to my stomach and was eroding through. He said there were small holes throughout my stomach where the band had attached itself. He was able to fix everything in one surgery (thank god...no way I could have done two surgeries) and I have been on the mend for a month and a half.
What is amazing is that I had no symptoms of anything that could be wrong. No fever, reflux, etc. The only time I suspected anything is when I would go for fills and the band would be unfilled and I could actually feel it pulling my stomach (worst feeling ever).

Hi everyone!!
I haven't checked in, in forever! I have been following everyones posts and am glad to see how well everything is going. I had my surgery on January 29th and it went really well. I was a revision from lap band to sleeve and the surgeon found some issues with the lap band, but was able to clean everything up and perform the sleeve. I have never felt in such control of my food choices in my life. No cravings, no binges...just normal eating (well, if 1 oz is normal). I can go out to dinner with friends and not be concerned about how much of my favorite food I will eat. It is such a freeing feeling. I started this journey at 350 pounds, 325 on the day of surgery. I am now sitting at 295 and am losing consistently...so 55 pounds gone so far. I will never see 300 again and am only 95 pounds from my goal (which is anything under 199). I am glad to be back here and watching the success everyone is having!
Jennifer

Hi everyone!!
I haven't checked in, in forever! I have been following everyones posts and am glad to see how well everything is going. I had my surgery on January 29th and it went really well. I was a revision from lap band to sleeve and the surgeon found some issues with the lap band, but was able to clean everything up and perform the sleeve. I have never felt in such control of my food choices in my life. No cravings, no binges...just normal eating (well, if 1 oz is normal). I can go out to dinner with friends and not be concerned about how much of my favorite food I will eat. It is such a freeing feeling. I started this journey at 350 pounds, 325 on the day of surgery. I am now sitting at 295 and am losing consistently...so 55 pounds gone so far. I will never see 300 again and am only 95 pounds from my goal (which is anything under 199). I am glad to be back here and watching the success everyone is having!
Jennifer

I am six weeks out of revision surgery (January 29th) and down 55 pounds at this point (way more weight than I ever lost with lap band). I saw my surgeon for a one month follow up last week and am amazed at the amount of damage that was done to my stomach by the band. He told me that the band had adhered to my stomach and was eroding through. He said there were small holes throughout my stomach where the band had attached itself. He was able to fix everything in one surgery (thank god...no way I could have done two surgeries) and I have been on the mend for a month and a half.
What is amazing is that I had no symptoms of anything that could be wrong. No fever, reflux, etc. The only time I suspected anything is when I would go for fills and the band would be unfilled and I could actually feel it pulling my stomach (worst feeling ever).

My revision went great!! I have no pain, am up walking and feel some much better than after lap band. The hardest part was the IV. Eight sticks. Eight. Oye. I am glad to be on the other side !!!

Bleachie: I had surgery with Dr. Schroder three weeks ago. If you would like to chat, I can fill you in on my experience. Good luck with your journey!!!

My understanding is that you have to have serious mental illness (schizophrenia, bipolar, etc.) that is untreated and that would leave you in a place where you are unlikely to follow the directions given. At most, during the psychological clearance counseling would be recommended. Hope this helps! = )
Jennifer

My revision went great!! I have no pain, am up walking and feel some much better than after lap band. The hardest part was the IV. Eight sticks. Eight. Oye. I am glad to be on the other side !!!

My understanding is that you have to have serious mental illness (schizophrenia, bipolar, etc.) that is untreated and that would leave you in a place where you are unlikely to follow the directions given. At most, during the psychological clearance counseling would be recommended. Hope this helps! = )
Jennifer

I am sitting in a hotel room in Richmond waiting for 7:00 am to get here so I can check in at the hospital. I am nervous...because it is surgery. But, I feel like I am in competent, capable hands. I am a little extra nervous because my surgery is a revision from lap band to VSG. I understand there are increased risks, and I am just hoping that I remain healthy through this process.
Good luck to everyone going tomorrow!!

I am sitting in a hotel room in Richmond waiting for 7:00 am to get here so I can check in at the hospital. I am nervous...because it is surgery. But, I feel like I am in competent, capable hands. I am a little extra nervous because my surgery is a revision from lap band to VSG. I understand there are increased risks, and I am just hoping that I remain healthy through this process.
Good luck to everyone going tomorrow!!

I love this!!!
My dream is to be on the hunt field (fox hunting) riding my horse, laughing, as we canter and jump in the crisp fall air. My goal is to be back in the saddle by June.
LET'S DO THIS!!!!!
Jennifer

Hello! I am from Blacksburg, VA (GO HOKIES!) and am traveling to Richmond, VA to have revision surgery (band to VSG) with Dr. Schroder at Henrico Doctors Hospital. My surgery date is January 29th...and I am nervous! My original lap band was done at VCU by Dr. Maher, who has since retired. Does anyone have any experience with Dr. Schroder ?
Jennifer

When I had lap band surgery in 2008 I did so against my surgeon's recommendations (he wanted to perform gastric bypass because of the amount of weight I had to loose). I picked the band because I wanted something that was reversible, plain and simple. I've had a whole host of complications, never found true restriction, and have gained and lost the same 50 pound 4 times. My biggest issue with the band is that I cannot eat the foods I am supposed too. Fruits and veggies have too much Fiber and lean Protein tends to be too dry. And, the band is picky (I often say it has a mind of its own) and what I can eat one day, I may not be able to eat the next.
So, it is reversible and I am having a revision to the gastric sleeve on the 29th.
I understand where you are, I've been there. You will know what decision is right for you. I don't regret the band. This journey gave me enough time to get my head in the right spot and be ready for the permanent change that comes with the sleeve.
I wish you luck!
Jennifer

When I had lap band surgery in 2008 I did so against my surgeon's recommendations (he wanted to perform gastric bypass because of the amount of weight I had to loose). I picked the band because I wanted something that was reversible, plain and simple. I've had a whole host of complications, never found true restriction, and have gained and lost the same 50 pound 4 times. My biggest issue with the band is that I cannot eat the foods I am supposed too. Fruits and veggies have too much Fiber and lean Protein tends to be too dry. And, the band is picky (I often say it has a mind of its own) and what I can eat one day, I may not be able to eat the next.
So, it is reversible and I am having a revision to the gastric sleeve on the 29th.
I understand where you are, I've been there. You will know what decision is right for you. I don't regret the band. This journey gave me enough time to get my head in the right spot and be ready for the permanent change that comes with the sleeve.
I wish you luck!
Jennifer

I love this!!!
My dream is to be on the hunt field (fox hunting) riding my horse, laughing, as we canter and jump in the crisp fall air. My goal is to be back in the saddle by June.
LET'S DO THIS!!!!!
Jennifer

I love this!!!
My dream is to be on the hunt field (fox hunting) riding my horse, laughing, as we canter and jump in the crisp fall air. My goal is to be back in the saddle by June.
LET'S DO THIS!!!!!
Jennifer

I love this!!!
My dream is to be on the hunt field (fox hunting) riding my horse, laughing, as we canter and jump in the crisp fall air. My goal is to be back in the saddle by June.
LET'S DO THIS!!!!!
Jennifer

I love this!!!
My dream is to be on the hunt field (fox hunting) riding my horse, laughing, as we canter and jump in the crisp fall air. My goal is to be back in the saddle by June.
LET'S DO THIS!!!!!
Jennifer

I just sold my three year old draft cross mare (horse) because I couldn't get my weight under control and get her trained. Her potential was going to waste because I couldn't stop eating. I am looking forward to buying another horse this summer and actually being able to ride and train again!
Jennifer