I was so disapointed to see that there was only one post under the Alabama board!! I'm from alabama and will be having my lap band surgery in Birmingham by Dr. Schmitt. I would love to hear from any other Alabamaians!!! Let's represent guys! haha.

Great to hear from folks in my home state. I had my surgery Oct. 12, 06. I am doing great. Several people have commented on my weightloss , but I really cant tell that much. I guess its gonna be hard getting this "fat girl" out of my head...haha

Good luck to everyone!!!!

I go back to the doctor Friday...I'm excited to see what he says!!!!!

HELLO,

I AM FROM BAMA, I WAS BANDED BY DR CLEMENTS ON 10/O5, HAVE LOST 55#, STILL LOOSING, JUST A LITTLE SLOW BECAUSE I AM SCARED TO HAVE ANOTHER FILL AS LONG AS THIS IS WORKING, I HAVE 2.5 CC IN A 4CC BAND. NICE TO KNOW OTHER PEOPLE FROM AL

WORD TO WISE, DONT GIVE UP, KEEP A POSITIVE ATTITUDE AND TRUST IN THE LORD HE WILL PROVIDE:clap2:

I will be banded on Dec. 11, with Dr. Clements, how long was the surgery and how were you treated afterwards? What time did you have to be there? I guess when I go on Dec. 5 for my last blood work they will tell me what time. I wonder how many does he perform on a daily basis?

I went in to have my bloodwork done and thats when they told me about my surgery info, date, time..etc.. I had the surgery two days later.

I had to be at the hospital at 7:30 a.m and I was the second case of the day. My doc told me 45 minutes to an hour for the procedure, but it ended up being 35 minutes. I stayed in recovery for an hour and then went to my room. I got to go home around 6:30 that night.

I had a little nausea during the night and one time I kind dry heaved for about 2 minutes but other than that I did fine.

It took me a long time to get my strength back but I think thats because I was afraid to get moving. Its a long journey...but I think its gonna be well worth the payoff!!!!

You know that song...."Life aint always beautiful, but its a beautiful ride" I;m trying to think of it that way. I just want my self esteem back sooo bad!!! I really dont think for myself that I could have done it any other way!!

Good to hear from Ya!!!!!! :eek: :)

Hello All, I just wanted to update you on my surgery. I went in at 7:00 Monday morning and was home by 2:30 that afternoon. The surgery was a little longer than expected because Dr. Miles had to repair a hernia before he could get the band on. It has been a little painful. The incisions are a little larger than I was expecting. Kinda freaked me out when I saw them. I still have very little strength. Boy am I a wimp! I was expecting to be back up and about today (thursday)! Oh well, I will take it one day at a time. I go back Monday for Dr. Miles to take out the staples. I have not been hungry yet! That's a good thing!

Welcome to the band-wagon, Lisa!

Tami

Hang in there!!!!! I felt the exact same way you do. I'll tell you just like everyone here told me...It will get better! Dont give up. :(

anyone know anything about Dr. Snow in Mobile.. Went to his seminar and think he's th ont to do me unless someone can suggest other doctors in Mobile to check-out..

Another Alabama bandster will be added to the list on January 9, 2007. Dr. Schmitt will be doing my surgery.

Congrats, bhamguy! Did you know there's a lap-band support group meeting this Saturday from 11-2pm at MCE? It's in the 2nd floor seminar rooms. I plan on going, unless something comes up.

Tami

Hello November Bandsters!!!! Just wanted to update on my progress! I have lost 19 pounds so far. My surgery was November 13. I am back in full swing. I am watching real close what I eat. I have almost overdone it a time or two but the band always lets me know I am fixing to go over the edge!!!!

I am battling head hunger. I find it is really bad at night, around 7:30 and after. Does anyone have any suggestions? Also, can anyone give me any pointers as to how to get motivated to excersise! It is so hard!!!

I am also from Alabama. I was banded by Dr. Schmitt on December 18, 2006. I lost 10 pounds the first week. I have not lost anymore. My first fill is January 18, 2007. Is this normal or should I be losing more weight? :help:

losingit07, welcome to the band-wagon! I've always heard that beyond the first week of liquids only, that we aren't expected to lose during the healing phase. Any loss before you have some restriction is a bonus. Dr. Miles told me to avoid sugar and products made from processed, white flour. I also avoid saturated fats like butter, and trans fats, which are in many packaged shelf items in the grocery stores. Stick with modest portions (about 1 c. food per meal, 3 meals per day plus one or two small snacks), and drink at least 8 glasses of Water per day. If you do all that, and get in a little exercise, you probably will lose weight even before you are restricted.

Good luck!

Tami

You will lose lots more. Your doing great!!!!

I am from Mobile, Al. but having the band done in Mexico. Anyone know of places to go for fills that dont charge a fortune? I am having it done

this Fri the 16th.

Cheryl

Hi Cheryl! Congratulations on your upcoming surgery. I know you must be excited! I live in Birmingham, so I can't really recommend a surgeon or fill center near you. But, I hope that you get this arranged before your surgery. I've read a lot of posts from people who really struggle to find someone to provide good aftercare. You need to think about not only who will do your fills, but who you will see if your have a complication. If you have to travel a long distance, you're more likely to live with a band that doesn't provide enough restriction, or you might be tempted to try to tough it out when if you're overfilled. Neither makes good use of the band, and being overfilled is one of the primary causes of band complications such as dilated pouch or slipped band.

I hope you can find someone close by who can provide good quality after care. Good luck with your surgery!

Tami