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Dr. Ninh T. Nguyen did my lapband surgery in January 2-11. I really am pleased with the surgery and the care I receive from him and his office staff. Connie

I still like Lindora's protein bars best. My favorite is the Chocolate Mint. Tastes like a thin mint cookie from the Girl Scouts. I also like the Peanut butter bars. You can get them at Lindora and some insurances give you a discount. They alson now sell them at Rite Aide stores. It's a great snack when you're "on the go".

I am 5'3, i currently weight 184, -Weight 207 -Height 5'3" -BMI 37 - Any Co's High Cholesterol, Pre-diabetes -Name of Insurance Anthem Blue Cross

I will reward myself with some new clothes!!!

Well Said Victoria!

I have used Muscle Milk Light and Premier Protein shakes from costco or Sams Club. Both taste pretty good. I also like some of Lindora's Protein liquids (i.e. wildberry juice, broth, etc.)

I'm feeling better each day. Just have pain when I get up or down. Nothing really bad. I taped plastic over my incisions yesterday and had a quick shower. Boy did that feel good! Try not to worry, you'll be fine. I know its hard not to wonder if you're doing the right thing, but remember, its going to make you healthy and trim!!! Can we say,,,"New swimsuit this summer!"

I'm in the OC,,,Fullerton. Having my surgery tomorrow am.

Hi, I'm Connie. I'm in So. Cal too and getting banded on Wednesday, the 12th. Just 1-1/2 more days. On the liquid pre-op diet and tired of it. Tomorrow all clear liquid and the flush, ugh! I'm dreading that most. I'm excited and getting nervous too.

I'm getting banded on 1-12-11. One more day of liquid pre-op diet and then clear liquids only. It's sounds like you may not be getting enough Protein if you're starving. My shakes are 27-30 gms of protein each. That keeps you from feeling hungry. I'm not sure the carnation shake has nearly the amount of protein. Did your Dr. give you any other options? Connie

Not the 17th but the 12th!,,,Three more days!

Not the 17th but the 12th!,,,Three more days!

yes, I am excited. I know I will be nervous in the next few days. I saw your video. So cool! I am doing a 10 day liquid diet. Are you doing the same? Meal Replacement shakes and Soup. Yuck! Read the binder, bookmarked some wls recipe sites and made my list of things to take to the hospital. I have to stay over 1 night at UCI so I need to pack a bag. Nice to chat with you. Let's keep in touch as our procedures are just a couple days apart.

Hi, I'm in Orange County, CA. I'm getting banded on the 12th and going back to work after the holiday on the 18th. I'm in education also.

Congrats! How are you doing so far?

Can someone please tell me how to post a weight loss ticker???

I'm on day 4 of the pre op diet. My surgery is scheduled on 1/12/11. I can't wait.

My Doctor gave me some special cleanser to use twice before the surgery to remove dead skin. Did your Dr. give you anything like that???

I started my Pre-Op diet today also. My surgery is the 12th. So far, so good. Let's see how it goes at work tomorrow. I'm using Bariatric Advantaqe Chocolate Meal Replacement shakes and I'm going to buy some Lindora products tomorrow. What's everyone else using?

Hi All, I am scheduled for January 12th for my Band. Excited and Nervous. I start my pre-Op diet tomorrow and Go back to work Monday after 11 days off. This should be fun. I'm more nervous about the Pre-Op diet than I am about changing the way I eat for the rest of my life. Go Figure. So glad to have this site to read and chat with others in my boat. Seminar: 9/21/10 Consult: 9/28/10 Denied: 11/5/10 Approved: 12/16/10 Pre-Op Diet: 1/2/10 Surgery: 1-12-10

My Dr. also said the pre-op diet is for the purpose of shrinking the liver.

If you are denied, make sure you file an appeal. I was denied because my Dr didn't list my co-morbidity and my BMI was 36. I sent an appeal letter with a letter from my gp about the co-morbidity and it was approved. Funny thing,, it was denied in 1 day and they took 32 days to review and approve. Do you think they thought I would just go away??? BTW, my surgery is scheduled for January 12th.

How 'bout a new topic for January Bandsters. New Years-New You! I'm being banded Jan 12th at UCI in Orange, California. How about you?

Hi everyone! I'm NOT in my 20's but I am having my surgery on Jan 12th. So far we have that in common. I'm very excited and I think I've read every post on this site. 2011 is gonna rock for all of us!!! Happy NEW Year!

Hi everyone! I'm new to this forum. I finally got my surgery date: 1/12/11. Have to be there at 5 a.m. (ugh!) I was denied so the process was delayed a month but now I'm on the road again and very excited. Got my liquid diet products today and will start that on 1/2/11. Happy New year everyone!