Hello

I have been reading through over 100 pages of the other Dr. K thread and the posts are wonderful. Since forums produce friendships, a lot of the posts weren't directly about being banded by Dr. K., but about general topics that friends discuss ~ which is totally great, but I was having a hard time reading all the pages!

I was wondering if those who have been banded by him could tell me about the experience..the pros, the cons. I had been told to not even consider a surgeon who has performed less than 500 procedures, and I think he's at a tad over 150. Since I am self pay, and live in Colorado about a 6 hr. drive away, it seems like he could be a great doc for me. But, I worry about how many bands he has placed.

Should I worry? How did your surgery and after care go? What does he charge for fills?

Please just give me any thoughts you have! I am getting ready to apply for a loan, but I have to have a doctor! My other consideration is a great surgeon in Mexico....

OK - it's official! My consultation with Dr. K went great and I love that he answers all questions, even my funny and really dumb ones! I have my flight and car all set up for my surgery day on 9/5! I'm feeling good about this and I feel like I am prepared.

DH and I are flying in Sunday night to do some sight-seeing before the big day and then leaving Saturday morning. I think I've given myself plenty of time and I'm really looking forward to not being in hot, sticky Florida for a while!

want2bemeagain... Howdy neighbor!!! Where on the west slope are you? I'm from Grand Junction and currently spending the summer in California. My surgery is scheduled for October 16th with Dr. K. I'm sooo looking forward to it..

Hi, My name is stephanie and I was banded on feb. 3rd and i am going in 4 my first fill today. Can you tell me what to expect? Thanks