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I have mixed feelings about them. I was banded in MX and they took me for follow up (plus). I too found their office staff disorganized and it's hard to reach anyone on the phone (minus). But I always got a call back when I left a message, and I have been called by both the doctor and nurse to answer my questions (plus). They constantly reschedule my appointments, I don't think I ever had one at the time I originally set it for (minus). But everyone there has always been super nice to me (plus). I think the doctor seems a little too conservitave, he has sent me for 3 upper GI in less than a year-which of course I pay for out of pocket (minus). Of course this is all my experiences and everyone is different...

I'm addicted to crossing my legs at the knee. It amazes me that I can do it, that I can do it comfortably, and that I can touch my calves together when my legs are crossed. I find myself constantly crossing my legs. Even under my desk at work!

I seem to have offended someone here and I'm sorry. I did not mean to stomp all over your thread or make anyone upset. I just saw the opportunity to put my two cents in about my doctor. Well, it was just my two cents because I don't think I explained myself well. Nataliesmommy I'm sorry about your situation. I realize now that everything you said was not about Dr Huacuz. Your intention was just to advise people to be cautious and I can respect that. I wish you a speedy recovery Nataliesmommy.

Dr Huacuz did my surgery. I have no complaints with his medical skills.

Sorry guys, I have to cancel for tomorrow. Hopefully I can make it next time. Have fun!

Were we talking about lunch on the 25th? That is a Sunday. Is Sunday ok for everyone? That would mean Inner Me could join us. Any time is fine with me.

I take a bunch of pills every day and do not have a problem with them. The rule I have heard is you can take anything that is about the size of a pencil eraser. Things like Tylenol I just break in half. I'm on an antibiotic now that is huge! I just cut it in half and it goes right down. I do take a chewable Vitamin because I tried a regular vitamin once and OMG - won't do that again. :embarassed: I was worried before surgery too. I even went out and bought a pill crusher - but only used it once. You do need to be more careful right after surgery though - that's why you will read so many people talk about liquid tylenol and chewable Gas Ex. I wouldn't worry so much about it. Just ask your doctor about it and congrats on your upcoming banding!

All in the Naperville area: On the Border - like veggiestyle was saying - is a good choice. It is by the Target on RT 59. Also Friaco's by the mall is also good for Mexican. For Indian a great place is Indian Harvest on Ogden and I think the cross street is Royal St George. There is a great Thai place on RT 59 and N Aurora Rd next to the Oberweiss but I can't remember what it is called. Downtown Naperville also has some great restaurants. Hope that helps

If you're thinking of the Jamba Juice by Kohl's - then it is a Qdoba. There is a Chipotle up the road in front of Meijer if people prefer that. I personally would choose Qdoba - they have a great vegetarian tortilla Soup.

I had a great time at lunch last weekend. I will definitely try to make it next month. Count me in!

Mandy, were you able to make reservations for us? Where should we all meet?

I seem to lose from the top down. First my face, then chest, arms and back. I was a size smaller on top before my bottom half started to catch up. My belly is still the biggest part of me.

I had my surgery done by Dr Huacuz. I did not have a bad experience - but not a good one either. If I had it to do again I would not have been so cheap about it and would not have chosen the surgeon based on price!. I can't complain because I have not had any real problems. My fill doctor said my band looks good - but it is placed low so my pouch is bigger than normal. Everyone has their own view on this whole thing and I'm happy some of you had a better experience with Dr Huacuz. But, I would not recommend him.

Come on Chicago bandsters, come have lunch with us Saturday. It will be so much more fun with a big group of us! Olive Garden on Rt 59 in Naperville. Just across the street from Fox Valley Mall.

Me!!!:bounce:

Sounds like a great plan!

Awesome Eileen, I may have to take you up on that offer!

Geez, sorry guys! I don't get time to check this site very often. I guess I missed the whole planning phase of this get together. Unfortunately, I cannot make it to Schaumburg. I live in Chiciago and I don't have a car. Maybe next time we can make it someplace in the city (or at least accessable to the CTA). Hope you all have a wonderful time! Sue

"MGB is $17,000 and the LapBand removal is $5,000" $22,000? What a joke! This is nothing but a big advertisement. Kinda reminds me of all those political ads on TV - everyone has to put the other guy down.

I had this happen a few times, but only on fill day. For me it seems to be a reaction to the barium.

Mmmmm... I love that stuff! I buy it for my liquid day after every fill.

Hi everyone, I was banded in July but I just found this thread. I would love to find out about a lap band get together. I joined the bariatric surgery group with meetup.com - but they never actually "meet up". I live in Chicago but was banded in Mexico. I follow up at Loyola with Dr Temple - he is great!

Hello fellow pug lover! Things do get easier after your fill. You will get full on less food. Are you exercising? I have really had to start exercising harder to see any results. The scale creeps down so slowly! As for the fill - it's no problem really. Just a "pinch" as my doctor says. And the barium really does not have a taste. It's kinda like milk of magnesium or mylanta just not flavored. Best of luck!

Oh this is so sad. I actually thought this thread was going to be about cheating on your diet. I am such a food addict!

Hello fellow July-ers! I'm counting down the days until my banding on the 3rd. Even packed my bag already! I do have my moments of anxiety, but I know I can do this. We all can do this! :hug: