I am considering LapBand at Strax Rejuvination in Florida. Does anyone have any advice or experience with this facility/company? Thanks!

I had my lap band surgery on June 11, 2010. On Tuesday, July 6, 2010 I had my first fill. Everything went well and faster than what I thought. If you have any questions, please feel free to ask. Best of luck on your weight loss journey!:thumbup:

thanks so much...i will keep ya updated!!! how are you doing so far?

My surgery took place on June 11, 2010 at 7:15am and by 10am I was heading home and felt great. I didn't need any rest until midnight. Dr. Vazquez, the anesthesiologist was wonderful. Linda the RN was awesome. I did clear liquids only and wasn't hungry. I didn't experience any pain until 3am when I had some cramps on my left shoulder from the gas. I took half a Darvocet and felt great. The following day went to a family BBQ.:thumbup:

I WAS BANDED BY DR. CHOI ON AUGUST 2ND. THIS IS DAY 6 OF POST OP.......OK I LLLLLLLLLLOVE DR. CHOI BUT I HAVEN'T HEARD FROM HIM SINCE THE MORNING OF SURGERY. THAT UPSETS ME BUT I'M ALIVE AND WELL AND GO BACK THIS WEEK FOR CHECK UP. I HAVE HAD A FEW CRACKERS AND MASHED POTATOES BUT EVERYTHING ELSE-----LIQUID.....I AM DYING FOR PIZZA AND CHINESE FOOD BUT I THINK IT'S MORE MENTAL THAN ANYTHING!!!!

Hi,

Check out Dr Wizman.

He has been doing this for many years.

He charges 10,000, and his fills are 150.00

He is on this website.

His office is in Margate Florida

I called strax to inquire about the cost and surgery. I got a man on the phone who immediately started pressuring me to come in right away and sign up. I was turned off by this, so i never went.

I got the impression that all they were after was my money.

I made an appt. with Dr. Thomas Bass at Hollywood bariatrics, and their prices are comparable to Strax. They also offer a plan that covers complications for a little more money. I felt very secure with this, since i am self pay. So i signed up for the insurance.

Hollywood bariatrics offers good follow up care, good educational classes, and group support. Since i am a nurse, i was very impressed with thier program.

Before you make up your mind compare what strax has to offer versus Hollywood Bariatrics or any other doctor.

dr. wizman was nice but quoted me 15,000....5,000 more than strax... o was self pay....did research on dr choi and background checks......all cleared so i went for it. he also said he knows dr wizman and larson(who is a cocky a^^hole) and said he's been doing it longer and more patients worked on. sold me...

Congratulations Tammy! I'm almost 2 months out and I feel great. Weight is coming off consistently on a weekly basis. No complications to report. I think Dr. Choi is an expert but bedside manners need to improve a bit. Strax called me within 24 hours post surgery. Hope you're doing well. I encourage you to also join the youtube.com weight loss community - very informative! :thumbup:

Dr Choi did my Band 3 days ago on 3/17/11 and so far so good!!! Iam a bit sore which is to be expected and a bit gassy in the shoulder/ back.....I really liked the staff and facility!!