Would to connect with people in western mass! I'm 25, banded may 2012. Fighting a plateau right now at -50lbs so far. Let me know who is around the area!

Well i love in orange ma. Springfield our worcester both same distance away from me.i choose Worcester.one because the reviews where amazing.they have a weight program there that you have to follow before the surgery.it took 6 months to complete.the fist step wad to go to a orientation meeting.in a big class room filled with other people looking in to weight loss.they gave to major choices to make After the 1 hour class.choose the weight management program.where you would see a buddhist and a exercise specialist and you would continue to go to learn the proper way to eat for your body.or the surgery root.which then you would have a choice of lapband.gastric or sleeve.i choose Lapband because even though my bmi was 40. I really didn't hasn't a ton to loose. I'm hoping got 100lbs. 57 more to go. After the class you get a call from the weight center to start your program.6 months of seeing a phyciatrist' date=' the general director of the program and a nutrtionist.after the 5 months you will start the one month class of you and your other peers talking discussion groups.then you meet with the surgeon after that.you can choose one or they will choose one for you.they do all the work with your insurance.they try they're best to get you approved for the surgery.my band was the best thing i have ever done.if you have any more question let me know[/quote']

Thanks! Its Umass???

Well i love in orange ma. Springfield our worcester both same distance away from me.i choose Worcester.one because the reviews where amazing.they have a weight program there that you have to follow before the surgery.it took 6 months to complete.the fist step wad to go to a orientation meeting.in a big class room filled with other people looking in to weight loss.they gave to major choices to make After the 1 hour class.choose the weight management program.where you would see a buddhist and a exercise specialist and you would continue to go to learn the proper way to eat for your body.or the surgery root.which then you would have a choice of lapband.gastric or sleeve.i choose Lapband because even though my bmi was 40. I really didn't hasn't a ton to loose. I'm hoping got 100lbs. 57 more to go. After the class you get a call from the weight center to start your program.6 months of seeing a phyciatrist' date=' the general director of the program and a nutrtionist.after the 5 months you will start the one month class of you and your other peers talking discussion groups.then you meet with the surgeon after that.you can choose one or they will choose one for you.they do all the work with your insurance.they try they're best to get you approved for the surgery.my band was the best thing i have ever done.if you have any more question let me know[/quote']

Thanks! Its Umass???

Yes umass weight center.at the university.there web sure online explains everything.and gives you the numbers to call.they will send a packet to you in the mail

Thank you for the info! I When I called to PVSA in Springfield, the lady was a lil rude when I asked some question, I dont like that! I prefer drive one hour and get a better service....smh,,,,

I used Dr. Haag from PVSA, and have had a WONDERFUL experience. Now, if you want a super personal experience, they are a high volume practice, so it might not be for you. I had also been at the Weight Management Program from Baystate Hospital before going over to PVSA for surgery.

I used Dr. Haag from PVSA' date=' and have had a WONDERFUL experience. Now, if you want a super personal experience, they are a high volume practice, so it might not be for you. I had also been at the Weight Management Program from Baystate Hospital before going over to PVSA for surgery.[/quote']

Thank you for the advise! How was your experience with Baystate Hospital???

I am from Springfield as well.. Banded on 9/27/12... Same office as Dr Haag, but I had Dr Fiallo.. Def a high volume office.. Not too much of a 1-1 experience, but in the end I got the treatment I expected. Had my surgery in Baystate, and as well a high volume hospital not too much 1-1 but I knew it was a temporary 24hr stay and then I would be home when my journey really begun. I'm down 38lbs and have another 34 to go before I reach my goal. Slow and steady.. But it's coming off.. I'm def not the bandster poster child, but I try my best.

I am from Springfield as well.. Banded on 9/27/12... Same office as Dr Haag' date=' but I had Dr Fiallo.. Def a high volume office.. Not too much of a 1-1 experience, but in the end I got the treatment I expected. Had my surgery in Baystate, and as well a high volume hospital not too much 1-1 but I knew it was a temporary 24hr stay and then I would be home when my journey really begun. I'm down 38lbs and have another 34 to go before I reach my goal. Slow and steady.. But it's coming off.. I'm def not the bandster poster child, but I try my best.[/quote']

Thank you! Best wishesss....!