Anyone else going through Dr Bonomo at Mercy Hospital. He hasn't done many lap bands (just started in April). Mine is scheduled next week, I'm pretty nervous. Is anyone else going through the program at mercy?

My surgury is scheduled for Oct 25th. I really like him alot as well as the staff there. It is by far the best experience I have had so far I have looked into almost 5 Dr./programs and they are the most direct and effcient. What has your experience been like?

My experience with them has been great. His nurse Florence is really nice. They were nice enough to schedule all my preops (except sleep study) in one day since I live 5 hours away ( St. Louis). As a result I was able to get a date pretty quick. I go in Weds. I'm kinda(very:nervous ) nervous. I was wondering if anyone else online has had him do their band. I think everything is gonna be ok, though. good luck to you.

Wow St Louis! That is quite a ways. I think you will be fine. He is very capable, your in good hands. I will be there wednesday for the support session at 3pm im sure you will be well on your way home. When you get back and feeling better please let me know how you are doing.

So how did it go. Im soooo excited to hear everything!

Hello Everyone,

I was banded in late August at Loyola Hospital in Maywood, IL. The surgery went smooth, and recovery was even better. After 2 days I lost 11 lbs, and all was good in the world. Week 2, I am starving, and the only thing that gives you staying power is meat. I workout for 1 hour a day, 5 days a week and looking forward to my first fill.

Well I'm at home. Overall I will say everything went well. According to the Dr, surgery went great. Recovery was kinda painful but it keeps getting better with every passing day. I'm really thankful for my blessings! I'm still a little (yeah right) sore but vicodin is a wonderful thing :0) I haven't had any appetitie. I just sip water, protein shakes, and gatorade here and there. Gas is my biggest enemy right now. But rolaids seem to help a lot. I'm just so happy to be on the other side. I go back for a checkup in 2wks and 2wks after that I have my first fill. Right its just an empty band, but I still don't feel any kind of hunger. I have my head hunger issues already. Everything smells so good. Ive been having dreams about my favorite foods. But the way I feel right now, I couldn't imagine putting any of it in my mouth. All in all I'm a happy camper. I know you will do great also.

Im glad to hear your doing well. Question do you think a week off work will be ok?

I guess it would depend on the type of work you do. If its office type of work and not a lot of standing, lifting, or moving, I think it would be ok. I'm only 3 days post op but I get around just fine. I was told no driving, lifting or any streneous activity for at least 5 days. The most important thing to remember is to rest so the body can heal. Even though I'm feeling ok, I don't think I can stand being at work for 8 hours a day right now. But everyone is different. I have a little more weight to deal with than you (about 150 pounds more) so my recovery may be a little longer. I plan to return to work after my 2 week checkup, but you may do fine after a week.

Anyone else going through Dr Bonomo at Mercy Hospital. He hasn't done many lap bands (just started in April). Mine is scheduled next week, I'm pretty nervous. Is anyone else going through the program at mercy?

I used Dr. Lutfi on Monday. The office is as slow as all get out but the surgery was a success. They have some definite management issues, but the Dr. was great. Please share with me how it went.

i have lutfi right now i think theyre great what kind of insurance did you have

I liked Lutfi, he is a great guy. I have BC/BS. Make sure you are on top of them though in terms of getting the insurance p-work set.

they did great the office staff been very helpful i receive my ok from the dr and approved by the insurance all my paper work done .my date is july 28. i was trying to get it move to jun 30 because my best friend having it done on that day. but dr wants me to lose 30 pds before i have lost 18 so far .

That is great. Kathy has been very helpful. That is great that you are approved. I was denied SEVEN times before I was approved. Tell them all I say hi!

--Joe

i started in may and public aid approved me everyone is great surgery is june 30th mon

Im so excited my surgery is mon june 30th at 1pm mercy is awesome