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Hi there:

I've been reading the post on Dr Argotte. I have been seeing him and so far have done most all of the pre-op requirements (still waiting on the head-shrink consult and dietary visit, and EGD). Other than that, I think I'm a go......

Two friends of mine had surgery with Argotte and really liked him. They seem to be doing well.

Not sure when mine will be, but I think they are hurrying to get me in before the end of the year. I have Federal BCBS and they seem to think approval will come quickly. I'm not so sure. I live about 45 min north of Paducah in Marion, IL.

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Wishing you well and hope things go well for you. My daughter works there on the 4th floor. I love my band and had a wonderful surgeon. He'd done over 7000 at the time and proctored most surgeons here in the states so they are all very well trained.

You will do great. I was scheduled 2 weeks from the day I called so it is quick but I just paid cash so that made things go faster.

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You and I are in the same boat. I have no clue how to even get started but I am excited to be going through the journey. My doctor is Khalili with Ceder Sinai in Los Angeles, Ca which I am totally comfortable with. I have done all that is asked of me but I am struggling with the smoking aspect which I have to do. Does anyone have suggestions?

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Hello justmel1957! My surgery was with Dr. Argotte on Dec. 26th, this past Christmas. I have lost 106 pounds so far, and I think he is a great dr. I am usually at the support group meetings, and we have lots of fun there. You should come to our Christmas Party on Tue, Dec. 4th at 6:00 p.m. It'll be a blast! Good luck to you, let us know how it goes.

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well, looks like i'm about ready for a surgery date. just heard my insurance will approve it (BMI 36) so am just waiting for what i need to do next. hoping for a march date.

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You'll do great! My biggest surprise is how slowly I lost it. I was a "turtle" but after 1 1/2 years I went from size 22 to size 10's now! It's a long journey but well worth it! Just remember, one day at a time.:rolleyes2:

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