I am going to be banded on September 27th! I can not believe it! I am looking to either join a group that is already in existence or maybe start a new group in the South Bay Area. (Redondo Beach, Hermosa Beach, Marina Del Rey, Santa Monica, etc)

If you are a part of a group or are interested in a group please let me know. I am looking to start ASAP. I have been told by so many fellow banders that support groups are a key to success.

hey congrats on your date!!! if anyone's replied to you PLEASE let me know. i've been wanting to join a group for forever now, but no luck. this l.a. forum moves a little too slow for me, so i come & go and occasionally stop by to see if anyone has posted. well, good luck with the surgery, keep in touch if you'd like :wub:

Thanks! it's crazy only 1 week away!

I have not heard back from anyone, unfortunately. Do you know of any support groups in the LA area?

i know of no groups!! i rely on this website for support. its good and all, but sometimes you need to talk to someone face to face.:biggrin:

I'm interested as well... getting banded in 8 hours....

Using this website as an information tool, but I think after the surgery I need to talk to people more on a regular basis.

Hey Ladies,

I live in West LA and have also wish to find a support group. Would be happy to connect. I was banded three years ago and have had slow progress. But I am finally trying to get back on track. I think it would be great to start our own support group!

Banded Becca

Hi, I just moved to Santa Monica and my band has a leak. Any suggestions for a good surgeon in the area? I've gained back almost all my weight- it's the worst!

Hi, I just moved to Santa Monica and my band has a leak. Any suggestions for a good surgeon in the area? I've gained back almost all my weight- it's the worst!

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I live in West LA and have also wish to find a support group. Would be happy to connect. I was banded three years ago and have had slow progress. But I am finally trying to get back on track. I think it would be great to start our own support group!

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I sometimes feel like the only one with the band and still looks the same it's been 4 yrs since I have seen my dr just need some one to talk to

Hi' date=' I just moved to Santa Monica and my band has a leak. Any suggestions for a good surgeon in the area? I've gained back almost all my weight- it's the worst![/quote']

Hi I'm living in San Diego area,I had my surgery the last year in Riverside with a great Doctor !! I have to drive about an hour to get there every time that I have an app but its worth it, his name is Dr John Coon he offers supports groups too in Riverside and another place that I don't remember,good luck