I am in the pre pre stages of lap band I have to see my regular physcian and I am sure that she will say yes to the procdure and a week later I see Dr.Artuso for my first consultation. And I am looking for anyone who is willing to answer my questions as I have many. I have ordered a book that I am sure will help me. Thank you.

I'm in Poughkeepsie....in the beginning stages again. I'm having a tough time finding support groups in the area, do you know of any up there? I went to my seminar in Westchester, I believe the doctors down there are more experienced in bariatric surgery.

Well I just had my consultation with Dr. Artuso and the ball is rolling. If you;d like to chat you can email me at Bellasarrah825@msn.com. By the way my name is Sarah nice to meet you

Tri-state bariatrics in middletown. Great organization and less than an hour from poughkeepsie. I live in Catskill and drive the distance because of all their services. Support groups, diet folks and psychologists.

http://www.lapspecialists.com/ In Goshen N.Y. .They are the best around,support groups,and Excellant Doctors & staff.

Hi...just banded by Dr. Artuso yesterday....it went fine I live in New Paltz... I was about too say if you want to meet @ starbucks and javelin coffee sometime...but cannot drink coffee for a while, lol...

Well I just had my consultation with Dr. Artuso and the ball is rolling. If you;d like to chat you can email me at Bellasarrah825@msn.com. By the way my name is Sarah nice to meet you

Saint Francis offers monthly support groups. Call the hospital and ask for nancy case - nutritionist that does the group. You could also ask for dr Artuso's office for the next meeting.