Is anyone from the Asheville area and had their surgery locally. I have been talking with Mission Weight Management but my first consulation isn't until next month and I'm really anxious to get this started!!

I was wondering if anyone had any advice to help get my ducks in a row for the insurance. I email the Hickory Clinic but I haven't hear anything from them. Did anyone have their surgery there and how long did it take to get the first appointment? Thanks

:thumbup:MY SURGERY WAS GREAT! I had my banding TODAY and I am sitting here AT HOME feeling good with just a little cramping, better than PMS. My surgeon in Asheville, NC is awesome. I have one small puncture and one 2 1/2 inch incision for the port. THAT IS ALL! This is some thing new, I think. I came home 7 hours after arriving at St. Joseph's Hospital, and then had a 2 hour ride which I spent napping. (My husband was driving!) I am looking forward to a speedy recovery and a whole new life!

Hi Mary,

That is great! I'm so glad for you. I am just starting the process so hearing how well it went is encouraging. Who is your doc? I went to the info meeting at Mission but don't have a doctor yet. I'm trying to find out who is good in this area.

Let me know how your doing. I wish you great success.

My doctor was Christopher Edwards at Regional Surgical Specialists in Asheville. I could not be happier that I chose him.

Hi,

Thats the doc that spoke at the seminar. Please let me know how it goes for fills and follow up visits.