How about it? Would y'all be interested in getting together for an LBT-fest? This would be a formal thing, organized by the management of LBT with events and sponsors. There'd be features designed to educate pre-ops and support post-ops as well (perhaps mostly the latter). If the idea gets off the ground, we'll be asking for suggestions on content, but the very first question is...WHERE?

Please vote below for your preferred destination or region. If you like, add your suggestion in a post below. Thanks!!

Vegas would be AWESOME because it's the cheapest place to go as far as accomodations and travel!!! Let's do it!!!!!!!!!!

Gotta say, never been to Vegas myself, and it IS pretty cheap for the most part.

I vote for

1. Vegas

2. Somewhere in Texas

3. At a spa somewhere

Wondering if this is a "Gathering" for 2007 or 2008? I love the idea of Vegas as it's probally the most affordable place for those of us on a budget.

I voted Vegas just because I love it

But it is a good place for gatherings because most major airports/airlines have flights there, which makes prices competitive, and you can usually find a good "mix" of different priced hotel rooms in a relatively small area.

With all this talk, would you like a some help planning this?

If so, let me know, I'll make some calls and help organize.

OH Juli

So, since there seems to be a consensus that the gathering will probably be held in Vegas, when will it be?

I vote for Chicago, because it is home

Southern CA because I have never been.

Las Vegas because it is least expensive.

well, lets not allow inertia to keep this from happening....

Im from the UK but am thinking about doing a long weekend in Vegas so count me in!

I vote for Vegas, easy airfare and hotels for all plus it's cheaper.

I don't have little ones at home, so what's better.....going during school or when it's out? Mom's?

Another thought would be to do our get together the same time the American Bariatric Surgeons do their annual confrence in June. It might be easier to get sponsers then. IF its somewhere warm I suggest it takes place in the winter. I'm form Minnesota- I need a winter break!

That's a great idea. I have heard of other gatherings where they have a lot of bariatric speakers, giving nutrtion talks, etc.

I would love to get together. Vegas or Orlando works for me. I would love to help plan/organize!

I actually voted for the midwest because it would be easy for me, but I have to agree that the lodging and airfares would be the cheapest and most available.......... I am on a budget.