Josie040168

Glad to hear you are feeling better,,,, I know what you mean about the pain from sneezing... it is the worst...

Good luck to you Stokesmommy... I am sure it will work out... btw where are the seminars held... and do they have support group meetings...

Hope you feeling better real soon. I totally understand avoiding the scale until all the fluids leave. I remember after the surgery I ended up weighing more then when I first went in and I was really really upset about that. I don't recall the dr at that time telling me that would happen..

Just checking in and seeing how everyone is doing. Waiting to hear from the dr regarding blood tests and should be going back in about a month to follow up and see how I am doing. I refuse to get on a scale until then. Again hoping that all is going well. I do feel the difference since the 1/2 cc fill so I guess that is a good thing.

I have my fingers, toes and eyes crossed that I get back on the wagon...

Met with Dr. John Vonkersburg... he was great... his office staff were very friendly and I was so pleased. He was friendly and informative. I got a fill and so far I am doing really well. I have been logging all my food on the livestrong websit and following a great diet. I feel good about myself again for getting back on track. Thank you so much for asking.

I think I found a doctor... forgot his name but he is located close to TMC.. on Erickson street. I have an appointment on tueday next week... fingers crossed that this works out and I can get back on track...

Hi, Like I stated before I had my band since 2008... at one time my weight loss was about 180 pounds but now that has since changed... I gained some back but that is because I had an ulcer and had to have fluid removed. The ulcer has since gotten better but I was not very pleased with the doctor ... I think his name was swartz... I was hoping to find a another dr in tucson that can help me get back on track.

I have been there and done that many times... I started this at 384 went down to 200 and I am not 221.... this is not an easy thing to do band or no band... Just make sure you follow up with your dr and get fills when needed... I had been lax on the fills and follow ups and paid the price.

Hi, I had my band since 2008 and had the surgery in New York... so I am hoping to find people in Tucson that may have a support group to continue with. Also looking for a good dr to take my case for fills.

Hi All, It took me 2 years. My primary doctor suggested it to me but at that time I thought it was too drastic of a thing to do... Now I regret that I waited. To think I could have lost so much weight by now... it is mind boggling. I love my band. Got weighed today and I lost 7.5 which makes my total since August 08 69 pounds.... I LOVE MY BAND!!!!!

Hi All, I live in Seaford and there is a support group meeting every 2nd Tuesday at Mercy Hospital. But any additional support would be great. Had my weigh in today and lost another 7.5. This band thing has been the greatest thing I have ever done for myself. All the best to everyone.

Hi Everyone!!! My surgery date was the 18th of August... and so far I have lost 52 pounds. I started at 388 and now weigh 336. So far I have not had any fills. My Dr. feels I am doing well without if for now... Clothes have been a problem but I manage with lots of tie waist pants... I have gotten a new pair of jeans and I am happy to say I went from a 32 down to a 24 and the 24's are getting a little big... YEAH!!!! My first goal is to hit under 300.. I am so looking forward to seeing my weight starting with a number 2 instead of 3... Here is to all of the August All Stars... Way To Go!!!!!:w00t: All the best, Jo Ann

I have only had my band for 5 weeks and I am totally in love... of course the only thing I do regret is that I did not do this sooner.

Hi Long Islanders.... Had my 5 week follow up since my surgery on the 18th of June. Dr. Holover stated that he was very pleased with the results so far and that I will not need a fill at this time...:girl_hug: and I get to change to stage 3 diet... So happy with the results myself and cant wait till my next visit with Dr. Holover. Good Luck to all. Jo Ann