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katieo

By katieo, in Weight Loss Surgeons & Hospitals

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katieo    0

katieo
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I have been thinking about having surgery in Belgium by Dr.Mignon, and would be so thankful to hear from some of his patients.

X Katie

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libertysuzanne    1

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Hi Katie,

I had my lap band fitted by Dr Mignon and team. I can happily recommend it as an option. It was more like a holiday than a trip to surgery. You have really great support - Deirdre is the co-oirdinator and translator if necessary, she really is fantastic. It is great the way you are with other women/men from UK/Ireland having it done at the same time.

If you have any questions feel free to contact me I am more than happy to help

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laura-loo    0

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Although I was banded by a different surgeon (Dr Focquet) I have nothing but praise for him, the belgian hospital and the belgian staff. The whole experience for me has been very positive.

Obviously it is a worry going abroad, and I had my fair share of pre-op jitters but if I had my time again I would do exactly the same.

Good luck with whatever you decide

Laura x

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katieo    0

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You are both doing soooooo well!!!

Thanks for your messages!

I have decided to try through the NHSbut I am saving for an op in belgium just incase. It will take me a while to raise the funds but I will get there!

X Katie

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libertysuzanne    1

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I shall keep my fingers crossed for you Katie. I think you are really sensible trying to get it through the NHS. I wasn't sure if I would qualify and I knew the wait would be a long one, so I went privately. I don't have much patience lol.

Thankfully, I was able to - or should I say, my dad took a loan out for me to pay for it, I pay him back. (my credit rating has major bullet holes in it lol).

I wasn't to hasty with deciding the best option but after doing a fair bit of research I plumped for Elyzea.

I know exactly how you felt Laura, it is quite a nerve wracking thing to do, but just like you I would definitely do it the same way again :)

If you do get it on the NHS Katie, think of all that money you have saved, you will be able to go for a serious clothes shop once you have lost some of the excess baggage! You can replace it with designer plastic bags :D

Keep in touch and let us know how it is going.

Kind regards

Suzannexxx

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