I was banded on August 9th by Dr Vinces in Port Jervis NY. As I look through this site I notice the majority of people are from out west. I wanted to see if their were any more locals. I have some questions as well talking to some of the people who have been banded in support groups it seemed most people did not have to have tummy tucks and the skin kinda just went back so to say. But reading on here it looks like alot of people say after the weight loss they need a tummy tuck. I'm 26 and don't want to have to have another surgery. Also it seems like my Dr is very strict when it comes to the post op diet. I hear alot of people talking about the foods they are eating 1 week after surgery, I'm still on a liquid diet and wondering why such different diets are out their. Well i would love to hear from others :mad:

I have a card the Dr. gave me the day after surgery.On the front of the card it says 9.75/10.0cm band. I will be going to Long Island Bariatric Center in Levittown on Mon. for my first fill. So I don't know yet how often or how much they put in, I'll have to ask. But it sounds like you have had the same experience that I've heard from others-that it can take a few fills before you feel restriction?? I think this is a large band and may take more to fill. What is everyone elses experience with fills?

The size band that you have has nothing to do with your weight and everything to do with your anatomy. There is no way to predict, until the surgeon actually views the organs, what size band you will come out of the OR with.

Unfortunately, there is no set amount for a first fill. It really depends on the preference and experiences of the MD. Also, some people don't feel the results of a fill for up to 2 weeks after getting it. Obviously, bigger bands hold more saline so someone with a 4 cc capacity might start with 1 cc for a fill while a patient with a larger capacity might get 2-3 cc's.

It might take a few fills but eventually you will fill restriction.

Good morning everyone!

I'm doing pretty well with my pre surgery weight loss. With the group I'm working with you have to lose your 10% before you even get to see the surgeon.

I'm in the process of getting all my clearances, and I've lose 21 lbs so far!

From 317 I'm down to 296! I'm absolutely thrilled with my results so far. I'm on a 1200 calorie diet, and at first the weight kind of melted away, but I'm having to start adding exercise to see results now.

Well hope everyone enjoys the rest of their weekend!

Good Job Lilnena. I had to lose 5% before I could make my appt with the surgeon. You seem to be doing really well. Once your banded it will be easier to lose weight. Keep us posted on how your doing and when your surgery is and keep up the great work

Great Job. I think that's a great idea. It's a good kick start before you get banded. I also think that when you diet pre-band for a short time, it's very helpful post band so that you don't feel like your missing something. You're well on your way to a healthy lifestyle. Good luck.

Excellent work...keep it up.

(BTW October 17th is the next meeting for Dr. Geiss' under 1 year banded patients, send me a quick note if you are going. It would be great to meet some of my fellow banders.)

Hey fellow New Yorkers! from Manhattan, born and raised. I live in Washington Heights. Im in my Senior year at a SUNY in upstate NY, near Rochester. I too am 26...its nice to see some Bandsters around my age...its been hard to find many. Im about to start my 6month Doc supervised diet so I should be getting getting banded sometime next year at Saint Lukes.

Great to find some locals and Bandsters my age.

Welcome ChocSnaps Congrats on getting ready to be banded. Its so great once its done I am very happy with it and can't wait for more weight to come off I havent updated my ticker in awhile but I go to the Dr tomorrow and will update after that. I think I'm down close to 60lbs YEAH!!!

Well just wanted to check in with everyone and say Hi and tell you all keep up the good work NYers

Hi Guys,

I am from Brooklyn. I was banded 9/25/06. Nice to know, I have some locals I can speak with. Hopefully I can move around in here. I am not finding it that easy.

Lynn

Welcome Lynn, You'll get a grasp on the boards it all will start to make sense LOL It took me awhile. So how are you doing so far?

Hi, I'm from westchester and I will be getting banded by Dr Ortiz on Dec 15th. I'm going to need a fill dr in the nyc area and possibly a support group. I saw that there is one at Lenox Hill and NYU. I started my liquid diet today and I'm struggling with trying to quit smoking. How's everyone else doing??

I doubt that you will find a fill doctor. Most docs don't give post surgery support to anyone who has not been banded by them and especially by someone in Mexico. You'd better check this out quick since the 15th is not far away. You definitely need someone to go to after the surgery.

Good luck

Hi, I'm from westchester and I will be getting banded by Dr Ortiz on Dec 15th. I'm going to need a fill dr in the nyc area and possibly a support group. I saw that there is one at Lenox Hill and NYU. I started my liquid diet today and I'm struggling with trying to quit smoking. How's everyone else doing??

Hi BrownEyes, My surgeon was in Brooklyn, his name is Dr. Jerzey Macura, but if you are interested in Manhattan there is Beth Israel Hospital, I think Dr. Goodman. But you can check. I am certain they have support groups as well.

Good Luck.

Lynn from Brooklyn , NY

Drs. Fielding and Ren at NYU have been known to take on some patients banded in Mexico for fills and follow-up. I'm not sure what the criteria are, but you could call Tammy (one of the very helpful staff) at 212-263-3166 to find out.

Hi everyone!

I forgot about this board for a while!

I've been doing pretty good. I've lost 52lbs since I started this journey in September

A week from today I meet the surgeon to get my surgery date :high5: