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Catincanada, I just sent you a provate message!! Rhonda

Yasmina, 2 things: 1) Depending on how much you need done, they cannot quote a price ( ie: 2 hrs or 4 hrs, staying overnight or going home same day ) 2) If you need a lot done, it may by a procedure that needs to be done in hospital versus clinic. The clinic may just be trying to get all the info they can so you get the best result. But I understand when you feel ready to go, waiting is hard!! Rhonda ps...congrats on getting so far!! :biggrin:

I do not know any clinics other than Canada and specifically BC. My note was regarding being careful when leaving the country. I know there are excellent surgeons in Mexico but I worry about complications occuring so far away. Just do lots of research!! I am sure it will be great!! Rhonda

Keep up with the pre-op diet!!! My surgeons at my facility always tell the patients: " Of all the diets you have ever been on, this is the most important one to stay on". It shrinks the liver making it MUCH easier to perform the surgery. We have not had to cancel anyone yet ( maybe because they know they will get caught if we see a fatty liver!! ). It will be so worth it!! Sounds like your mother may be a good support person having a band herself!! Rhonda

New Girl, Congrats on almost reaching your goal!!! :thumbup:Many post operative patients that had weight loss surgery need some plastic surgery. Call around as the pricing is different for each surgeon. You also need to feel comfortable with your surgeon. Just be wary of going to places far away ( like South America) as I personally know a couple of people that had complications and they were a long way from home!! The price range will depend if you require an implant as well as the lift. Feel free to private message me if you want to ask personal questions!! Rhonda

Hi everyone, HST will be applied to surgeries here at the clinic ( Lap Band and plastic) Sorry.... we are not happy either Rhonda

Sorry I was not there!!! I was in Chicago at a Lap Band workshop....it was awesome!!! :biggrin: The Americans have been at the band for a while!! And they need full time staff for all their forms!! Rhonda

I seem to remember my medical director talking about it at the clinic. I will look into it and let everyone know. Rhonda

Date: Saturday, May 8, 2010 Location: False Creek Healthcare Centre Time: 10:30am – 12:30pm – Light Refreshments served Address: 3rd floor – Suite 306- 555 West 8th Avenue, Vancouver B.C Registration | Obesity Managemenent | False Creek Healthcare Centre 604-739-9695 Everyone welcome!! Rhonda

Victoria Seminar: LAP-BAND® Procedure Date: Saturday, April 17, 2010 Location: Delta Victoria Ocean Point, The Ballroom. Time: 10:30am – 12:30pm – Refreshments served Address: 45 Songhees Road. Victoria, British Columbia Registration | Obesity Managemenent | False Creek Healthcare Centre See you there!! Rhonda

Su59, I just sent you a link via private message, to the site that Doddie just mentioned above! Rhonda

Lap-Band Weight Loss System | False Creek Healthcare Centre Will be updating everything and adding more info!! Rhonda

Sorry I missed the last North Vancouver meet up. I was once again at work!! I need to be cloned I think!! :frown: Keep up the posting on here guys!! I have a few clients that really appreciate the comments and suggestions of a seasoned "bandster"!! Rhonda

I am moving on this Saturday, so cannot make it!! Have a great meeting and hopefully I can make the next one!! Rhonda PS....I am missing the Olympics too!!! Am goinbg to get some tickets to the Para games to get my fix!!

Hi everyone. Have another one coming up!! Everyone invited. I will be going onver info on Lap Band System. Rhonda Saturday, March 13, 2010 Location: Sheraton Guildford Hotel, Surrey B.C. Time: 11 AM - 2 PM - Light lunch served Address: 15269, 104th Avenue, Surrey B.C. (Across from Guildford Mall)_ kk_

1) Doreen, thanks for sharing. It is a great reminder to chew well and watch what is eaten!! 2) Sorry I missed the meeting. Staffing issues here had me work all night!! It was a nice shift tho as I never get to see the night staff very often!! 3) I plan on being there for March meeting!! I am moving into my townhome March 6th so will be all settled by then ( Oh God I better be!!) Rhonda

Great job in the weight loss!! I think it is great that you give the gastric band clients something to look forward too!! :thumbup: Rhonda

Babe, Keep up the positive attitude!! Remember fills are not to be rushed. As you know an overfill if not a fun experience!! Give it a chance to give a bit more restriction!! Everyone and their band is unique!! Rhonda

7th Annual Seattle Bash and Weight Loss Surgery Conference World’s First Bariatric Chef Is Coming To Seattle! Sounds very interesting. I am going to try my best to get there!!! Rhonda

I am moving into my place that day!! Unfortunately I will most likely not be there ( you never know... things may go smoothly!! ) Will certainly try the next one. I met one of the meeting attendees Saturday and her response was very positive on holding this support meeting!! Keep up the good work!! Rhonda

Doddie, I am reading the same article in The Province newspaper as well ( page B17)!! Rhonda

One of my patients went on a 3 week cruise in Europe and only gained .6 of a pound!! Same patient now in South America on another cruise. I look forward to his next follow up to see how he did!!

There is a big group on here from Vancouver, BC area on the Canadian group link that you can find scrolling down the main page!! They are very helpful and supportive.

Did your dietitian / nutrition specialist give you some guidance??

Yaletown is fun!! I used to live there for 12 years and enjoyed it. Is different now as the Olympics are taking over David Lam Park. Hope they return the grass back to normal afterwards!!