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zmansmom1
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I was just banded yesterday so I wish you the best..Just remember you need to do this for you!!! and not for anyone else.
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Hi Sal, There are 2 great Dr's in Bradenton. Dr Bunch and Dr Erabella. They do all the surgeries together with great success. I just had mine done yesterday but I will say i was very impressed with both dr's. They are from Bradenton Surgical Group. Good Luck Stephanie
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good luck.. i was just banded yesterday. keep smiling
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Hi ALL, I was just banded yesterday.. I am a bit sore but otherwise fine. Any advice out there on the first few days.. i seem to have alot of pressure built up (rolaids soft gels do help some) i am so excited about the prospect of losing all this wait.. Talk to ya soon Stephanie