I just found out about this site and heard many positive things about it. I was banded on 6/10/04 and did not know any other bandsters. Because I didn't know anyone, I would call the doctor's office with all my concerns. My husband told me that if they got tired of me calling, they would take my band out! He was just kidding, but I'm glad I have others who I can talk to about some of my concerns.

Welcome, Lisa! We've all had those million ?? Ask away, one of us has probably "done that, been there". Best of luck to you!

Welcome to LapBandTalk and Congratulations:D

Nice to meet you Lisa, come back often. We are quite a friendly talkative group, Teresa:)

Hi LisaG, welcome!!

Someone should start a Dr. Speigel thread in the Doctors and Hospitals area, since I think there are several of you here now. You're clearly not the only banded patient he has, so you shouldn't be getting any guff when you call his office.

Unite, and they'll treat you better!

Lisa, bless your heart! I just can't imagine going through the surgery and all without having anyone with the same experience to help you with all your questions and concerns. I'm glad you found this site and I am glad I found it too! I haven't even been banded yet, but I am learning so much from this forum!

There is a thread in the Doctors and Hospital section for Dr Spiegel. We recently had a meeting and I have told everyone about this site!! I just love it!

It seems that when I do happen to meet those banded, they seem to know others. It just amazes me how many people have gotten this surgery! I've been looking around the site and think it is a good resource... one that I wish I had sooner!

That may one of the problems, there are too many of us! I think his nurse said he has 800 and there are more on the way!

Better Late Than Never! Glad you found us... tis a great group and I can't imagine what it would have been like to be banded without everyone here! Welcome!

Darcy