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I was banded 2 days ago by Ariel Ortiz in Tijuana. Everything went well. Right now I'm in bed in my hotel room at the Marriott, mentally preparing myself for a long journey back to Detroit tomorrow (I came alone).

I've been reading that people with a support system are more likely to lose it and keep it off. I live in Detroit but am often in Chicago to visit my fiance. I'm looking for someone who has also been banded to meet up once a week or once every two weeks or so in either city for moral support. Things like switching recipes, talking about problems, and just encouraging each other over coffee, lunch, or dinner. I'm looking for a female under 35 with 40-100lbs left to lose.

Does anyone know about support groups in these areas? I'm also looking for recommendations for doctors in these areas who do more aggressive fills with fluoroscopy. Thanks!

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Good luck with your journey, I'm not from there but if you have some infix questions I've been banded and had complications since 2010 so may be able to help. Feel free to message me!

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You can always come on here if you don't find the person you are looking for in your area.

There are some lovely experienced bandsters willing to answer questions and if you stick around you will find it to be a great source of inspiration.

Safe travels

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