Hi all. I was banded 2/18/03, and am now 168 from 230. I hve been looking for a supprt group. I'm so glad I found you. I live in Winston Salem, North Carolina. Is there anyone out there from around here? I hurt my back, and in the last 6 months, experienced depression and a 10 pound weight gain. I have gone the last 3 years without a group, but for these last 20 pounds, I really feel like I need some support. I was banded by Dr. Ponce in Dalton, Georgia, and have had no problems. Pat Whitaker

I just wanted to say welcome. Hang in there and you will get all the support you need in here.

Hi Pat! There is a great Charlotte group, we get together monthly. Come see us...go to the front page of LBT, scroll down to USA, scroll down to NC, and all the threads will pop up. come join us!

I get my fills in Winston from Dr Gonzales.

Come have lunch with us on April 1st! We are meeting at TGIFridays at University off I-85.

anyhow, welcome to LBT. You got support now!!!!

Welcome! Sounds like you are really having great luck with the band!!! Even though you gained 10 lbs, it isn't 100!!!

So great to hear of someone further down the road with no complications!

Hi Pat, welcome to LBT. Sorry about the trouble with your back, but I understand. My DW has trouble with hers, too.

Hi, and welcome to LBT! You'll find lots of good support and info here...you're doing great! Cindy