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Steve, Thanks so much for giving me the name of your Dr. I would greatly appreciate a phone number for her so I can get some more information. Like, there are a lot of Dr.s who won't touch me because I had my lap band put surgery in Mexico. Also, how much does she charge for a fill and other appointments? I am so anxious to start losing weight again and I hope that my band hasn't slipped. Julie

Hey Steve, I moved to Staten Island a year ago, July 2011. I had my lap band surgery back in December 2007, in Mexico. At the time I lived in Southern Utah and it was cheaper to go to Mexico. Anyway, fast forward 5 years, I have gained back all the weight I did lose and now I trying to figure out where to even find a lap band center here in New York City. If you could reply to my email and give me some information on this, I would greatly appreciate it! JulieMOm

Oatmeal is about the only thing I can have for breakfast and I love it. I just do the plain oatmeal with honey!!!! Yummy!!

I absolutley love this post!!! I had my lap band surgery almost a year ago on December 17, 2007. So far I have lost around 60 lbs. Sometimes I get so frustrated because I see other people who have lost more than me in that same period of time and wonder why mine is taking so long. However, I know that it is my fault because I am having such a hard time staying away from the sweets!! I did really good for the first 6 months, but started slacking a little, and can't seem to give up the sweets. I am still in a better place this year than I was last year at this time. I can't believe what a differnce losing 60 lbs has made. I also have established a very good exercise habit and because of this I haven't gained any weight because of my sweet tooth. I just know I would have lost more weight if I could control my sweet tooth. I guess I thought the lap band would work miracles and make it so I wouln't or couldn't eat sweets anymore!!!!! So bottom line.....I know it is still up to me to change my eating habits. The band has and will continue to help me, it just isn't going to do it all by itself. Hopefully this next year I can keep plugging away at it, and keep working on my bad habits to lose another 60 lbs next year!!!!! Slowly but surely I can get this excess weight off!!! Good luck to you all!!!! Have a Happy Holiday Season!!!!!

I am so glad to hear that I am not the only one who has those days where I can eat anything and everything and then the next day not get anything down. On 9/26 I got a fill which took me to 2.65 in my 10 cc band...I felt no restriction at all, so a week later on 10/3 I went and got another .35 which took it up to 3 for a total. I feel like a have a little restriction, but I have to eat alot more to get the restriction. Just to test it out I ordered a chicken sandwich from Wendy's and was able to eat almost the whole thing bread and all before I started to feel restricted!! I feel kind of like Bandfun4me, I don't get that stuck feeling, but I do feel full? I am so confused!! My Dr. wants me to go back to have the band checked out because he thinks I have enough of a fill........ However, I have lost 6 lbs in the last two weeks....when you get close to the sweet spot, do you feel more full and less restriction? (Does that make sense?)

I just tried your healthy pancakes and can I just say one word? YUM!!!!!! Thanks for sharing this recipe, I can still have a pancake and protein too!!! My daughter even liked it It will definetley be a favorite of mine!!!!

In comparing the two surgeries, I have to say they were both pretty much the same. The only difference was that I had more gas pains with the Lap Band than with the gallbladder surgery. I think that is because of the changes made to the stomach. As far as recovery time, it is about the same for me. I am sure you will do fine with the lap band surgery. When do you have your surgery? I can honestly say that I am soooo happy with my band, I wish I would have done it sooner. Good luck and let me know how everything goes for you.

I had my gallbladder surgery on 5/23/08 one week sooner than I was scheduled. All went well. All I can say is that pain medicine is great!!! My Dr. did tell me that alot of people who lose weight have gallbladder problems....intersting huh? I am just glad that I don't ever have to worry about having that type of pain again. I have never hurt so bad in my life!!! My stomach is still a little bloated from the gas they use to enlarge it during the surgery, but other than that, all is good. Thanks for your help!!

Thanks for all of your responses. It makes me feel better to know that someone else has had the same surgery and that all is ok!!!

I just found out yesterday that I have to have my gallbladder removed. I have a horrible gallbladder attack on Sunday and ended up in the ER. Has anyone had this surgery since having their lap band? I just want to make sure that this surgery will not hurt my band. If anyone has any advice on this topic, please let me know!!!! Thanks!!!

Thanks!! I go to the fill center in Las Vegas, Nevada and I pay $165.00 a fill and had to pay $360 for the initial visit. It's good to know that the prices are comparable.

Bel, How did your fill go? Thanks for your advice on protein. I am going to a health food store to see what I can find with high protein and low carbs. What protein powder do you use? Do you use the P40 powder you told me about? I want one that tastes good too, if possible!!!

I am just curious as to how much it costs for a fill in Pocatello? That is near by home town of Burley. It would give me a good excuse to travel to Idaho!!!!

I am looking for a protein shake with high protein and low carbs. Does anyone know of anything like that? I am exercising 1 to 1 1/2 hours a day, 5 times a week. My Dr. told me to make sure to keep the protein high in order to build muscle. Right now he wants me to have 100 grams of protein a day. What has alot of protein??????

I had my surgery in mexico and was able to get my fill in Las Vegas, NV (which is closer to my home in St. George, UT). I know that there is a fill center in Boise, ID. Go to fill centers usa on the web. What part of Idaho do you live in? I was raised in Burley, Idaho and have lived in Driggs, Idaho as well.