Hi everyone, I was so excited when I heard about this site. But right now I'm kinda of disappointed. It doesnt seem there is anyone on here from Michigan anymore... Hmmm....

Well, If anyone reads this I hope to hear from you soon! I'm pre-op and excited to hear about anyone's experiences! I hope you write!

Thanks!!!!!

Congrats to both of you lucky dogs....

Martha

I'm near Midland...anyone go to a support group around here?

Also...boo boo kitty, I was feeling pain too about the 6th or 7th day out, which was weird because I felt so good before that! I found out it was because I had backed off my pain meds too fast and was feeling the effects of all the jostling that went on in there!! I started back twice a day on the liquid meds and now at a little over two weeks I feel fine. All the steri strips are off and feeling like myself. Only much better because I'm lighter on my feet!! :clap2: Good luck with your pain.

Banded 7/20/06

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highest/@surgery/now/mini-goal

where were you banded at Skinnyme???

Hi all! Just went to an informational seminar with Dr. Deol at Troy Beaumont. If there were any doubts left in my mind, they are totally gone! I am definitely ready to do this. On to the insurance battle... wish me luck!

Hey there Juno! I was at the seminar also, didn't have an opportunity to say hey! I could tell who you were (the well informed one!) But, where was I sitting????

I too am 100% ready to go forward, I already have my appointment made!

I am sooo ready!!

Did they tell you at Dr. Deol's seminar about the Support Group Fee?

She did mention the support group, but not the fees. But I already knew about that from researcing earlier.

Cathy: Ok, I give up -- where were you sitting? Were you at the table in front of me? I had so many wierd surgical questions to ask, but I realized that some were just for my own medical-mind curiosity and not so much for my surgery fears. I figured I wouldn't bore everyone

I am getting so excited to get started. And I'm relieved because my husband is now totally on board. He was a little wierd about it at first. Keep me posted on how everything is going!

Maria

I was on the opposite side of the room from you,at the front table, I was the one closer to the wall. I had pretty much decided I was gonna go thru with it before the seminar, now, I just want to get the process over, and start shedding some poundage!

I'll be watching to see how it's going for you!

I was banded at MMPC of Grand Rapids by Dr. Kemmeter. Loved the staff-at the office and the hospital. Are you looking for a dr., Josette?

I would highly recommend them, depending on your location.

Skinny.. no. I was banded a week ago in Port Huron at the lapband center of Michigan. Thanks though

Hi Trip2beme, I'm new here (you are my first post!) I live in bridgeport. I just began trying to get approved for the surgery.....Are the seminars mandatory? I know I want the surgery and most of what it will entail. Ihave my first consult 8/29 will I need to find a seminar somwhere? I can only use the computer when I am at the library so please forgive me if I don't reply right away. thanks for any help you can give me!

i did not have to go to a seminar, they would of told you when you set your consult up if they required a seminar. oh and welcom, this is a great place to learn, listen and learn some more

Hey guys,

I remember someone I think in this thread mentioned the Lansing support groups. I need more information on those. Anyone know about them?

Thanks!

JJJ-

Port Huron requires you to go to the seminar. That's the only one I know of, sorry I couldn't help more!