I was banded by Dr Clarey on 4/20/07. I have briefly met only one other that was banded there and personally know two that had the RNY there. Anybody on here from Dayton?

I really like DB and so far I am doing great with the weight loss. I'm seeing the inches melt away way before I see the pounds drop. I've already dropped one pant size. :whoo:

I decided it last year it was about time I got the weight off permanently. I have 5 grandkids and couldn't run after them. My, then 2 year old, Granddaughter got away from me at a park and ran toward the street. I couldn't get to her in time and it scared me to death. We were lucky there were no cars around at the time. This year is MY year. I'm doing things that make ME happy and healthier.

My Log in name is the same as my Geocaching name. Anyone interested in it can email me or check it out at Geocaching.com. It can be a good way to get some excercise while having fun.

Good Luck to ALL!

Carol sorry it has taken me so long to get back with you. Things have been hectic between working third shifts and the girls. Yes Dr Siddiqui use to be in with them. No longer however. He at this time is the only one doing any surgeries at Good Sam. You were banded on my birthday what a wonderful day to be banded lol.

Susan, congratulations on your banding. Wondered if you fell off the face of the earth. Glad things are going well with you.

I went to a meeting for work the other night...besides I figured if they fineally start paying for them at work I will have some things out of the way. Dr Siddiqui was talking to Janet the bariatric coordinator and listening to what all I know. He told her he wants me to be put on the bariatric team!!! HE told her to talk to who she needed and if he needed to talk to someone then he would. I begged him to band me for free...lol said what better advertisement then having a banded nurse caring for your banded patients....Keep your fingers crossed for me. IT would be such a wonderful job. I can continue to do what I love and help others on a more personal level besides just post operatively.

Teresa, sounds like a dream job with great benefits! I wish you luck!

Tell Dr Siddiqui that I feel that having one of his nurses banded would be a BIG benefit to him and his practice. It would make me, as a patient, feel that the nurse really knows what is going on with me and how I feel physically and emotionally. I've worked with a RNY patient and the diffences after surgery are numerous, so someone taking care of me that had the RNY may not understand what is going on with me. (Just my 2 cents worth).

Hello I was banded on 5-29-07 by Dr. Clarey at Southview. I have lost 21 pounds so far. Having no problems eating anything, which scares me, but I am walking and losing the weight. I still have some tenderness around the port area but nothing like the first few days. Is there anyone out there that is having problems with feeling hungry or tired? Please repond and let me know. I only know the girl that had surgery the same day as me and that is the only person I talk to about it. I plan on going to the meeting and meeting new Lap-Band patients. GOOD LUCK AND BE EXCITED ABOUT YOUR NEW LIFE.

Shonda,

Dr. Clarey did my surgery on 4/20/07. Do you know what size band you have? Depending on how much the swelling has gone down and the size of your band, you may be able to eat without much restriction until your 6 week check up and you get your band filled. I had the same issue. I found out that if I eat meats (mostly chicken) that it takes longer to pass through to the stomach letting me feel fuller longer. Stay away from the soft foods that can easily slip through. I had a few people tell me that they didn't lose anything during the first 6 weeks. 21 pounds is AWESOME....Good Work! (I'm down 30 so far.)

I had a few days of weekness. Are you getting enough protein? Start the day with a protein shake. I use Unjury, it tastes really good, but you can only get it on line at unjury.com. They have chocolate, vanilla and Strawberry Sorbet. You can get them in the large canisters or individual packets. You can buy sample packs to try them out.

Good Luck!

Keep in Touch.

Donna

Well Hello Donna,

Thanks for the bit of confidence. I am not sure what size of band that I have. I went to the support meeting today and Jean told me to start on 2 days of the liquid again. I am going to do it. I want the weight to come off and stay off. I gotta follow what they say and I will try the protein drink in the morning for breakfast. Thanks again and good luck.

Shonda

Hi, Theresa

Im in dayton also. I'm new to the area. Please read my post on the Lap Band Support forum. I am assuming GSH is Good Samaritan Hospital in Dayton? I have never been there, but unfortunately one of the doctors u mentioned is the doctor in my post. I saw him at another clinic and I'm not gonna name names because every one is entitled to a bad day, i guess. But as a local person in this field I would value any comment or advice u have to offer. Feel free to PM me. Thanks

hello i seen that you were banded by dr clarey, i was banded by her on 5/14/07!!!! isnt she wonderful, this was the best decsion that i have ever made!! i am so happy with there office, everyone is so nice