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For Ontario bandsters: Where did you get your band and WHY did you choose that clinic??

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I saw dr coburn in Mississauga. He is so down to earth. The nursing staff are always there to answer your questions. It is called the plastic surgery clinic

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Dr Coburn @ SWLC...his staff and himself are top notch

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Same here..dr cobourn at swlc in Mississauga, great bunch there.

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Oh..and why did I pick it? Lots And lots of research and they came out on top.

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I went to Slimband. There aren't a lot of Slimband people on here because we have our own private community. Slimband was great! Everyone has been so nice and helpful, and the support team is always there for me when I have questions. I am 3 weeks post-op today

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SWLC in Mississauga with Dr. Cobourn. I researched the lap band for almost a year and SWLC kept showing up as being one of the best.

Have not been disappointed. I love my lap band !

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SWLC- Dr. Cobourn on April 5th. Loads of research. Can't wait :D

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Way to go! I would have to call him dr. Dreamy...his personality matches his looks, he's a nice nice man and very easy on the eyes. He just did my gall bladder operation 2weeks ago. His nursing staff is excellent , best of luck ( you won't need it though) . 2 weeks of Protein Shakes coming up, just grin and bear it and reach out if you need help/advise.

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I too went to SWLC. I chose it because dr C took the time to always answer questions, his staff were/are supportive and knowledgable and there was great follow up done. Dr c has a great bedside manner and sense of humour. Anesthetist was fantastic too. . All round great experience. I only had surgery 2 weeks ago, so I haven't had a fill yet.

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This is great to hear. I'm new to this forum but have been reading and absorbing as much information as I can. I have my surgery scheduled with Dr. Cobourn on October 17. I'm excited and scared at the same time. Knowing that a lot of his patients endorse him make me feel that I will be in good hands.

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I just had surgery with them on September 26 and I am happy so far.

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I just had surgery with them on September 26 and I am happy so far.

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Thanks for reassuring me. It means a lot.

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Thanks for reassuring me. It means a lot.

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