Hi there,

I am considering Dr. Kirshenbaum in Aurora, CO (www.lapbandrockies.com) I know that there are a few of you in LBT that went to him. I am interested in knowing your thoughts on him and if you have had any complications. I am just a little leary since the price is so low, there is little on the internet about him, and I will be traveling from WI to have this done. Any information you could provide would be much apppreciated...

Thanks!

Sheila:)

Well, I talked to the office and they suggested an unfill, so I am scheduled with Tom on the 1st. Hopefully this will send me in the right direction!

How long will they keep you unfilled, do you think?

How long will they keep you unfilled, do you think?

They said a few weeks at least. Kinda sucks cuz it costs me to fly. I'll survive though.

They said a few weeks at least. Kinda sucks cuz it costs me to fly. I'll survive though.

Yeah, that's kinda' sucky. I'm sorry to hear that.

I had an unfill and there was almost immediate relief. Of course, they want me gerd free for three months, so I can't go back until December.

Great to have internet, isn't it?

I had an unfill and there was almost immediate relief. Of course, they want me gerd free for three months, so I can't go back until December.

Great to have internet, isn't it?

I hope that it gives immediate relief. Sometimes I can't even eat cheese! Milk sours and separates in my pouch, and then stays there, sometimes until I have to throw it up TMI sorry.

I really hope they don't take much out though. I REALLY don't want to gain!!!

okay, new pics!

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Beautiful!!! YOU look wonderful!!!

Beautiful!!! YOU look wonderful!!!

Thank you, Miss dee. I am really happy so far. Definitely worth it.

I'm just looking at the last page and can't belive that mini and prty are still on...it's been so long since I've been on.

I've been "stable" for about a year and now we're looking at a tummy tuck/breast lift.

I wonder if I could lose more or am I REALLY happy where I am?

I'm at 210...(I actually look and feel VERY skinny at 180), with a TT I'd probably be at 200, then with the improved mobility probably drop another 10...so I'd be purrrfect...

advise?

I'm just looking at the last page and can't belive that mini and prty are still on...it's been so long since I've been on.

I've been "stable" for about a year and now we're looking at a tummy tuck/breast lift.

I wonder if I could lose more or am I REALLY happy where I am?

I'm at 210...(I actually look and feel VERY skinny at 180), with a TT I'd probably be at 200, then with the improved mobility probably drop another 10...so I'd be purrrfect...

advise?

If you feel like you're ready, then go for it! I kind of used the same type of math . . . they ended up taking 6 lbs with the TT and I figure I can lose another 10 (hopefully) and the boost it has given me is really awesome. Even if no one else ever notices, I will.

So how are things in the wild north?

Thanks mini...I took a peak at your pics....awesome! My tummy has a *bit* more skin...quite a bit more actually...which I should be happy about because it can come off, but disgusted I let myself get that way! Oh well...can only change the future!

Now, just researching docs and prices...since I have to travel, etc. Anchorage is pretty pricey, but it IS closer to home...I have a friend/sis-in-law that went to a surgeon in Seattle she really liked so I'm really thinking of heading in that direction...it's just a long time to be away from home - especially so far away...you know?

Nome is getting cold. Summer sucked...we had over 70 degrees maybe 3 total days! And I had some killer shorts too that I couldn't wear! We're gathering wood for the winter - which is work out time for us...lots of chopping to be done (my husband and I actually fight over who gets to do all the chopping! haha).

We added on to our house this spring/summer so we have a little more room to spread this winter...it helps when you're stuck inside for so long sometimes. Certainly doesn't help when you're already unmotivated to get up and move!

Thanks mini...I took a peak at your pics....awesome! My tummy has a *bit* more skin...quite a bit more actually...which I should be happy about because it can come off, but disgusted I let myself get that way! Oh well...can only change the future!

Now, just researching docs and prices...since I have to travel, etc. Anchorage is pretty pricey, but it IS closer to home...I have a friend/sis-in-law that went to a surgeon in Seattle she really liked so I'm really thinking of heading in that direction...it's just a long time to be away from home - especially so far away...you know?

Nome is getting cold. Summer sucked...we had over 70 degrees maybe 3 total days! And I had some killer shorts too that I couldn't wear! We're gathering wood for the winter - which is work out time for us...lots of chopping to be done (my husband and I actually fight over who gets to do all the chopping! haha).

We added on to our house this spring/summer so we have a little more room to spread this winter...it helps when you're stuck inside for so long sometimes. Certainly doesn't help when you're already unmotivated to get up and move!

Oooo, but think how great you'll look when the skin is gone!

wow, I remember last year when you were getting the wood ready for winter. That must be such a chore. Awesome that you added on to the house!

Yes, I would imagine it would be really pricey to have plastics done up there. I only payed 5800 for my TT . . . I felt that was a pretty good deal! If I had done the BL too it would have come to 9300 (without implants). I decided to hold off on that though. He'll still give me a discount if I do it within the next 2 years.

I feel surprisingly good for only being 6 days out, so I think that travel is definitely doable. On the other hand, it sure was nice to be in my own home recuperating. Decisions, decisions . . . You could always go to Mexico and get some sun while you're at it!

Mini, that price is pretty decent...and SLC is a decent place for me to go (family in Logen, friends there) that may be TOTALLY doable...could you please email me your docs contact info? Thanks so much!

Mini, that price is pretty decent...and SLC is a decent place for me to go (family in Logen, friends there) that may be TOTALLY doable...could you please email me your docs contact info? Thanks so much!

Silly Marcy! Yup! Mini and Me are still here! I'm still plugging along! I am on my last 100lbs! I know that sounds bad, but I had a lot to lose! I am scheduled for a TT and Arm Lift on Dec 2nd in Monterrey Mexico with Dr. Sauceda! He's an artist! I have seen and talked to so many of his former patients and everyone looks wonderful! For my tummy tuck (and I've lost 163lbs so I have a lot of excess skin) and my arm lift he is charging $8250.00 He'll have to go all around my body. I am a mess! He will also pay for my airfare and my hotel for 15 nights at the Hampton Inn. I'll stay in his surgicenter for 3 to 4 nights.

I hope that it gives immediate relief. Sometimes I can't even eat cheese! Milk sours and separates in my pouch, and then stays there, sometimes until I have to throw it up TMI sorry.

I really hope they don't take much out though. I REALLY don't want to gain!!!

That sounds absolutely horrible! I am so sorry to hear about your troubles! I hope an unfill can help! If I can help you out when you get here, let me know. I'll check my schedule.

I had an unfill and there was almost immediate relief. Of course, they want me gerd free for three months, so I can't go back until December.

Great to have internet, isn't it?

Congrats on the no meds! Wow! Isn't that a great NSV?

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Silly Marcy! Yup! Mini and Me are still here! I'm still plugging along! I am on my last 100lbs! I know that sounds bad, but I had a lot to lose! I am scheduled for a TT and Arm Lift on Dec 2nd in Monterrey Mexico with Dr. Sauceda! He's an artist! I have seen and talked to so many of his former patients and everyone looks wonderful! For my tummy tuck (and I've lost 163lbs so I have a lot of excess skin) and my arm lift he is charging $8250.00 He'll have to go all around my body. I am a mess! He will also pay for my airfare and my hotel for 15 nights at the Hampton Inn. I'll stay in his surgicenter for 3 to 4 nights.

That sounds absolutely horrible! I am so sorry to hear about your troubles! I hope an unfill can help! If I can help you out when you get here, let me know. I'll check my schedule.

Congrats on the no meds! Wow! Isn't that a great NSV?

Holy Moley! 163 pounds lost! You are a rockstar!

And that sounds like a pretty good deal for your TT and arm work too. How exciting for you! Can't wait to hear how you do with your procedures. I would consider Mexico too. Though SLC is not far from me either! First I need to lose it! :tt1:

I posted some new pics, including side views. They're kinda' gross. Oh well.

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Thanks so much for sharing your photos, mini. I really appreciate it. Are you in much pain?