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G&M has my vote!!! :cross-eye I love that place---seafood is good for ya right?!! :Bunny

OK Kids! Where are we going to meet? And what date did we say again? :Bunny :Bunny :Bunny

Yes she does...but I called MDIPA today and they make the Dr. fill out a form first and then will let the Dr know if the visits will be covered. Plus, of course you need you PCP to write a referral. Dr. Denise Dewhurst- 301-353-9543 Germantown, MD (Requires 2 visits) Sorry I think I said Gaithersberg before. Another Dr. called me a few minutes ago (I called like 10 today)- She does not take MDIPA, but it only costs $200 - $150 for visit and $50 for the report) --I might go with her..depending on her availability Peggy Becker 703-927-2915 - Springfield, VA Good Luck

Ok ok ...I was waiting for the comments....checking to see if you all were paying attention to me Thank s for the info...I found a lady in Gaithersburg...She seems nice enough and not busy this month so I got my appt for next week. Hey Skinner - How ya been...I still need to move more. Can't get it in gear. Lsasha- You have been doing great---Come on tell us...How much have ya lost now? :kiss And I did make a sign...What's wrong with that? :tired See you all soon.... :bandit

I need a psych eval, and was wondering if anyone has a suggestion for a Dr. I would like to get this done this month, but can't find a Doctor with experience with weight loss patients. For thoes of you that can recommend I would appreciate the name and number of the Doc that did your Phych eval. My PCP is goofy, so I need the info to tell him so I can get a referral. I don't care where the Dr is located ...will travel for evaluation :Bunny

Welcome Keisha, Hope to meet you soon. Keep us posted on your progress. I too have an appointment with Dr. Moazzez on 1/28/05. Cristina

Hi Connie...Wow Moving right along. I feel like once you get going on this..it just takes off. About the 6 month diet...you still have some time so continue to see your PCP every month and it is very likely you will need all 6 months by the time it is submitted to insurance for approval. I have my sleep study tomorrow night, I got my psych referral, but the number is disconnected :eek: . So I have to see what's up with that. My Consult with Dr. Moazzez is 1/28/05 ...:-)

Hello and Welcome! I too am in the beginning stages of fetting my band. I attended a seminar last week with Dr. Maozzez, and have a consultation with him on Jan 28th. I also have a consult scheduled with Mr. Schweitzer in B-More in Feb. ....I need to make a choice soon as to which one I will choose. Anywho...My understanding is that you will then get more info as to what tests etc you need to have. If you have not done so already, call you insurance nad ask them what they specifically require prior to approval. My insurance MDIPA needs a letter from PCP stating that the surgery is medically necessary, proof I don't smoke, proof of BMI, 6 month Dr. supervised diet (documented). As the others said there is tons of infor on this board...keep looking and ask away...we will all try to help you on your journey. Cristina

Coming with needle and thread. I don't see any chocolate on your post...and you know I know better

Glad everything went well. Take it easy and keep us posted on how you are doing. Cristina

Hi Greg, How have you been? We have missed you the last couple months. I'm sure we can come up with something to work out for everyone. Maybe we could alternate each moth between areas. Maybe Anne Arundel Mills one month and some other place down this way the next. We were talking about bowling next time...The new Dave and Busters has a bowling alley . We're open to suggestions. Hope to see you soon Cristina

YAY everybody is moving forward. This is Good news. I originally looked into Dr. Brody, but he was not participating with my insurance. Teresa, Thanks for posting this for me. Love you all Aristocat - Hope to also meet you. Maybe you can join us mext month.

Yes it was a great time..I enjoyed meeting you Carrie. Hope to see you again soon. Teresa, I called my insurance tonight and your Doctor participates with my plan. I'm calling tomorrow. You better be ready for that road trip. We gotta get Connie to go with us too. I'll let you know what his waiting period is like. Getting excited!!!! :banana :banana :banana :banana

Hi Carrie, You most certainly are welcomed to join us. In fact you better I look forward to meeting you Did somebody say margarita :banana No pictures of me :bandit

Sorry Teresa I was wrong. We will be meeting on the 11th

Hi Karen, and everybody I spoke to a couple of folks and .... I was thinking maybe On the Border would be a good choice. I think we will have a few on mushies that week, due to fills etc. Mexican has lots of mushie choices. What you all think? :banana :banana Cristina

Hi Karen, I was just emailing Raquel. Carrabbas does not open until 3pm on Sunday ...so that's out. Other choices are Jaspers, Unos, Olive Garden, DuClaw, Applebee's, Chili's, On the Border, Rips, Longhorn.... Let me know what you think. ANd no reason to ride out here...I'm right here. Let me know what you need I'll be glad to check out a place or whatever. All are welcome. Looking forward to seeing everybody. Cristina

HA She's got Tall Cake on the brain Somebody say tallcake!!!! Oh good I'm glad it went well. Hope to see you all soon Cristina

How'd the fill go? :Bunny

B: strawberry whey shake L: Steak and brocolli D: Shrimp stir fry Teresa - did you say Margarita and food!! Just give me a call

somebody say margarita :banana

You have to remember also that this is a support site. Therefore, the few folks that do have problems will post here for support. This is a great site for getting both sides of the experience (which is what you want). Another good site is Obesityhelp.com, they have a lapband board under forums. Check it out if you have not already. Best of luck in your journey.

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But I drink diet sodas. I have cut back a great deal. And Teresa you have messed with me enough. I know I'm paranoid...LOL

It was really nice meeting you guys as well. Teresa you would be proud of my...I drank my breakfast today (chocolate Unjury- thanks for the encouragement LSasha to try it). It was good. I'll give up the soda once banded. LSasha- great meeting you..Keep us posted on how that fill goes. Carrie look forward to meeting you, hopefully next time. Cristina- See you all soon