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!!!!!

yes when you have your surgrey they will fix it then and you will be asleep or in lala land

HI ALL--

JUST A QUICK NOTE TO SAY I'VE HAD MY FIRST FILL ON THURSDAY AND IT SEEMS TO BE WORKING. KEEP YOUR FINGERS CROSSED. I GO TO SEE DR. HAWASLI (WHO IS GREAT, BY THE WAY) AGAIN ON THE 28TH. HE'S THE ONE WHO DOES THE FILLS, NOT A NURSE. DIDN'T KNOW WHAT TO EXPECT, (PAINWISE), BUT I'VE HAD SHOTS WHICH HURT MORE THAN THAT. SEEING THE PULMONOLOGIST TOMORROW TO BE (I HOPE) TAKEN OFF THE OXYGEN. GETTING IN AT LEAST 3 DAYS/WEEK AT THE WARREN POOL FOR WALKING AND AEROBICS.

JULIA

The waiting is making me crazy! I think I'll call the surgeon's office to see if they have everything yet. Anyone out there using Grand Traverse Surgery?

Hi! I was also banded through Grand Traverse with Dr. Slikkers. I love their office. I also had Dr. Ralph Ford (the doctor out on Old Mission Peninsula) and thought he was great. I actually just had to go back to Munson yesterday because I had a flipped port and it was simple, didn't hurt and was done quickly.

When were you banded, Megster?

I saw the psych at "Old Town Psych Serv" Dr Mike somebody, I don't remember, but he was GOOD looking! I know there is a support group for bariatric surgery (mostly RNY people) and I asked him about a Lap Band support group. He said there isn't one around here, but he's been thinking about starting one. He said 8 out of 10 patients he sees now are Lap Banders. I live about 30 minutes from TC, but would probably attend if he started one. If there is enough interest, I bet he'd do it.

Barb

The waiting is making me crazy! I think I'll call the surgeon's office to see if they have everything yet. Anyone out there using Grand Traverse Surgery?

KEEP YOUR CHIN UP, BLUND. I WAITED FROM FEB 1, 2007 UNTIL OCTOBER 24 TO FINALLY GET MY BAND. THE WAIT IS WORTH IT. I CAN SAY THAT NOW, BUT HAD MY DOUBTS AT TIMES.

JULIA

I left a message with the coordinator at my surgeon's office. I'm sure she has all the patients driving her nuts. Hopefully she'll call back today or tomorrow.

Hello Blund

I was banded on Dec. 7 2007. I live in the UP so it is quite a drive for me so i probably wouldn't attend any meetings.

yes the wait is worth it I know it takes a long prosses but you will be happy in the long run.

megster

where do you live in the up? i live in st ignace had lap band surgery on nov 7th with dr featherstone. if you are close. a few of us started a wls support group the 2nd tues of the month. if interested i can let you know where and what time hope to hear from you

sue

Hi Yankeeblue 08: Just thought I'd say "I'm from saint clair shores" and I don't no of any specialists over here. I had my work done at Henry Fords.

Like PH they are a Center of Excellence. They have got the handle on this whole Bariatric thing. the U of M Hospital told me to go there, they said "we have not yet perfected it, but we will!! So in the meantime go to H.F.H. they have the Monopoly on this. Well they were really good,

I can't complain. Just thought I would tell a little about my journey.

Keep in touch Neighbors. Band member forever. Shirley...

hey susie q

I am still about an hour from st. ignace so i don't know about that drive.

you guys are so far would love to come and join your group one day and how much snow do you all have

megster

in what direction do you live from st ignace? we already have someone coming from the soo. maybe when the weather gets better you can join us.

sue

sue2006

where do you live. we have too much snow. sick of this leaving for florida for vacation.

sue