Hello! i was wondering if anyone has heard of or if maybe Dr. Machado is their surgeon. I am going to her informational seminar on May 7th and just wanted to know if anyone has gone through her. It's Sacramento Bariatrics in Sacramento Ca. Thanks!

I was going to go to Mexico to have it done. I live close to Sac. how much does this Dr. charge?

I'm not sure her cost. I'm going here because it is where my insurance recomended. My consult is on May 29th So when i hear all the prices i will let you know!!!

I am looking for a good surgeon who knows what they are doing, are compassionate, and have a good staff with a good follow-up program. What have you found with Dr. Machado so far?:help:

I have never personally met Dr. Machado, but I know of her and know several people that have used her. I live in the Sacramento area and have attended the Lap-Band support group here many times. There are several support group members that have used Dr. Machado. They all LOVE her and are very happy with her, her office staff and the level of care. She is pro-band and is very knowledgeable. I know one of the group members very well and she changed from her former band surgeon to Dr. Machado and is also very happy.

Hello Kkay...I know it's been several months since you started this topic, but...have you had surgery? I have met Dr. Machado at the informational seminar and have an appointment with her on Nov. 6, 2007 for the surgery consult. She seemed really nice at the seminar. So we'll see....

Hi everyone,

My name is Carol, and I am looking into Dr Machado for lap band surgery. My insurance has her on their list, and I've looked at her website.

I'd appreciate any feedback from anyone who has her as their surgeon.

Thanks!

Carol

I am getting banded on Sept. 23, 2010 by Dr. Machado. I am looking forward to it. I recommend her 100%. I would like to start a group online for sacramento area anyone interested??

I'm interested. I don't have my date yet but I am in the process with Dr. Machado.

There's a new BAND-ONLY support group in Sacramento!

Sacramento Valley Bandsters Support Group

third Saturday of every month from 10:30-12:30.

Sutter Cancer Center

Classroom 1, First Floor

2800 L Street, Sacramento

Easy parking is available one short block away in covered lot on 29th Street, between K and L streets. Costs $1 per hour.

This group was purposely set up so as NOT to conflict with the other support groups in the area.

Any band patient from any doctor or hospital is welcome to attend.

Please join us!

By the way, I'm Tammy, a patient of Dr. Waldrep, banded in Roseville in October 2008. I'm co-moderating this new support group with April, a Kaiser band patient.

The BAND-ONLY support group in Sacramento meets next Saturday, Nov. 20, 2010!

Sacramento Valley Bandsters Support Group

third Saturday of every month from 10:30-12:30.

Sutter Cancer Center

Classroom 1, First Floor

2800 L Street, Sacramento

Easy parking is available one short block away in covered lot on 29th Street, between K and L streets. Costs $1 per hour.

This group was purposely set up so as NOT to conflict with the other support groups in the area.

Any band patient from any doctor or hospital is welcome to attend.

Please join us!

Hello. I am registered for Dr. Machado's informational meeting on Feb 7th. I think a support group is a definate key to success. Do you mind if I attend even though I haven't had the surgery yet?

The BAND-ONLY support group in Sacramento meets next Saturday, Nov. 20, 2010!

Sacramento Valley Bandsters Support Group

third Saturday of every month from 10:30-12:30.

Sutter Cancer Center

Classroom 1, First Floor

2800 L Street, Sacramento

Easy parking is available one short block away in covered lot on 29th Street, between K and L streets. Costs $1 per hour.

This group was purposely set up so as NOT to conflict with the other support groups in the area.

Any band patient from any doctor or hospital is welcome to attend.

Please join us!

The BAND-ONLY support group in Sacramento meets next Saturday, Feb. 19th, 2011!

ALL LapBanders are welcome! Even if you are pre-surgery!!!

Sacramento Valley Bandsters Support Group

third Saturday of every month from 10:30-12:30.

Sutter Cancer Center

Classroom 1, First Floor

2800 L Street, Sacramento

Easy parking is available one short block away in covered lot on 29th Street, between K and L streets. Costs $1 per hour.

This group was purposely set up so as NOT to conflict with the other support groups in the area.

Any and ALL band patients from ANY doctor or hospital is welcome to attend.

Please join us!

Hello. I am registered for Dr. Machado's informational meeting on Feb 7th. I think a support group is a definate key to success. Do you mind if I attend even though I haven't had the surgery yet?

How did the meeting go? Are you moving forward? I was banded by her in December. She's brilliant.

How did the meeting go? Are you moving forward? I was banded by her in December. She's brilliant.

My surgery is scheduled for April 28, 2011 with Dr. Machado. I'm really happy with her and her staff so far. I wasn't able to make it to the support group meeting at Sutter Cancer center yet. Today was the 3rd Saturday, I really wanted to go. But, my husband misunderstood what time I said it started. I needed him to watch the kids. I'd like to hear about how people dealt with the emotions of their spouses. My husband is expressing his fear that I will lose weight and leave him. He has heard that happened to other couples after the wife has weight loss surgery. That is not my plan. I am doing this for my own health and well being. Any advice?

Hello! i was wondering if anyone has heard of or if maybe Dr. Machado is their surgeon. I am going to her informational seminar on May 7th and just wanted to know if anyone has gone through her. It's Sacramento Bariatrics in Sacramento Ca. Thanks!