Hi,

Just wanted to see who has been banded in MI. I am Nancy, banded on 8/09/04 by Dr. Deol.........anyone else out there?

I live in the small community of Armada, just northeast of Romeo, 20 miles north of Mount Clemens...hope to hear from you soon.

Nancy

Hi!

I was also banded in Port Huron. Who did your surgery? Mine was with Dr. Boutt. Really nice Dr. I was banded on Nov 8th. I will get my first fill on Jan 4th. I can't wait. I have lost almost 20 lbs so far. Take Care Janine

Hi, mich bander

I have been looking for a board of michigan banders. I was banded 6/29/04 in Port Huron.

Everything is going great and no problems as yet. I had my first fill in August and willhave my second one September 20.

So far I have lost 42lbs. and I would like to lose 80 lbs more.

My home is in Metamora.

Good luck

Dave T.

Okay, I'll jump in too. I am in south west lower Michigan...near Kalamazoo. I am being banded in Mexico with Dr. Sanchez on Novemember 17th. I am thrilled! It has been a process, as you all know and understand. If you form a get-together count me in, I would love to meet some fellow banders. Mary

Hi, I'm from Fort Gratiot. I was banded on October 25th in Port Huron Hospital. I must say I'm feeling great, but I am already sick of the clear liquids. In the morning the thought of broth or jello makes me want to gag. It took me three years to decide this was the best solution for me and I'm feeling really positive about my decision.

Hi Michiganders, I got a date today, 11/14 (it's only 10 day's away) to get my band. I am really excited. I wasn't sure where to post this news, so I picked the MI thread.

Hi Everybody!

I am new to the Lap band site, as of tonight! I've been checking with my insurance company (they cover it) and "weighting" the decision to have the lap band installed. I see a lot of post from the Detroit area. I am north of Detroit and Hurley has a Bariatric Center, and I think that's where I would go for the band installation. Is there anybody else on this site thru Hurley and their doctors? I have low (as in no) thyroid function and taking meds to correct the levels, does that mean I would be ruled out for the lap band due to the thyroid problems? As you can tell, I haven't yet been to talk to the bariatric doctor about anything yet! Thanks!

Mothernature

if you are in the mertro area and had your surgery by Dr. Michael Wood please let me know, how you are now doing and are you happy with his office and there response time in returing calls.

Hi Everybody~

I just got back from speaking with my family doctor about the lap band and he did not agree to recommend to have it installed. He said there is the risk of dying and it is possible to learn how to "eat thru it". He said there was a medication coming out in the spring/summer that is showing tons of promise and he would like to have me try that first. So, I am not going to joining the "LAND OF LAP" as of yet.

I have been wavering anyway with all of the serious concerns some of the lapbanders had recently with erosion.

Many times before I dieted and lost weight (up to 70 pounds one time) only to have it all come back with a bit more! I used to be able to lose weight quickly before my thyroid was treated for hyperthryoidism. Haven't tried to diet since they "fixed" the thyroid, worried it might come off too slowly to keep my attention on the diet.

So, that is the news. I would appreciated comments from others, in Michigan and elsewhere, about what my doctor said and whether any have hypothyroidism with the lap band. You know, I am feeling a little sad. I would look wonderful a 100 pounds lighter.

Mothernature

BMI 40.3

Age:50

Michigan

Hi mother!! I had discussions with my doctor about the medicines. He one of the best (and most well known) lipid disorder docs. He said they are still at least 10 years away from a safe "diet" pill that will work. I wanted a pill you know an easy fix to solve my problem. After talking to him I understand why people are willing to go under the knife. My old pcp did not agree with my decision of banding either, but I knew it was right for me. My advice is do what you feel comfortable with. Because for me 10 years is too long to carry 250+ extra lbs