I am in Johnson Valley, surrounding cities are Yucca Valley, Lucerne Valley, Palm Springs, Victorville. I haven't found any support groups around here. Anyone interested in creating one?

Hi Jewels,

I'm in the Ventura County area so sorry, not very close. Where were you banded? Are there any support groups connected to the doctor/hospital you went to?

Heya!

I know where you are! LOL

I got my surgery at Dr Krahn's in the St. Bernardines hospital in San Bernardino. I loved the whole experience, and I am still loving it. I am losing like crazy, doing well. I need to update my ticker, lol, but I am down to 270 now. :clap2:

I haven't found any support groups. :phanvan

I know they have them at St. Bernardines every month, but I can't make it there, I live 2 hrs away, and I don't drive.

Where are you going to be banded?

Hi Jewels...

I will be banded at Orange Coast Memorial Hospital in Fountain Valley.... a good 3-4 hour drive for me!! Since I am so far away, I will be doing most of my pre-band stuff the day before...I haven't even met my doctor yet! I will be having Dr. Kelly Francis. My Band date is Nov. 8 and I can't wait! That is such good news that you are doing so well, amazing! Gives me lots to look forward to! Please keep me informed with your progress, and if you have any tips to pass on for the pre-surgery, post-surgery period, OK? And if you can't find a support group near you, you can call or write me or probably anyone on this list, since lots of us won't be having one, either (I will NOT be driving 4 hours to get to one!) Keep in touch and congratulations on being such a super loser !!!!