I want to take this opportunity to introduce our band fill service. I am a bariatric physician trained by Allergan to perform band fills. I have developed an affordable, high quality service to help patients before and after bariatric surgery. I am the medical director of a team of specialists including bariatric dieticians and exercise physiologists. I think a band is an excellent tool, but many are reluctant to get a fill because of cost and access. The patients who have had the best results are those who know when they need an adjustment.

My initial cost is $400 for a consult and fill. If needed, I have arranged for low cost upper GI xrays and labs. Follow-up fills are $110.

Here is a link to more information: http://www.keepitoff...t-loss-program/

I monitor this forum at times and am happy to answer questions.

Sincerely,

John Hernried, MD

The Hernried Center for Medical Weight Loss

Bariatric Medical Director, Sutter Health Sacramento Sierra Region

www.keepitoff.com

Hello Dr.Hernried,

I recently moved to the Sacramento area and am currently having a little bit of trouble with my lapband being too tight. Are you willing to do unfills as well as fills? I had an upper GI done last friday (12/03/2010) with my surgen up in Seattle, WA that showed no complications but my tightness has only gotten worse since then and I am hoping to find a doctor in my new area to help with my current issue.

Thanks so much for your reply!

Allison Derr

Hi Allison,

Sure, no problem removing Fluid. Please e-mail or contact my office and we can it arranged. You can call or e-mail sbell@keepitoff.com

Best Wishes,

John Hernried, MD