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Question About The Ap Band

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renewedhope    4

renewedhope
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My concern wasn't with the doctor. The hospital that I had my surgery at was using all of the bands they had before using the ap band. If there was newer technology then I wanted it. Not to say that the other bands were not ok. If my doc had reccomended another band then I would have been ok with that. I do trust my doctor, but being a nurse myself, I know that it is our job as patients to advocate for ourselves. My health, my surgery, my band are all areas that I want to be involved in decision making processes. I do trust my doctor. I am very glad that I chose her, but I think the days of "The doctor is always right, so don't ask questions" is over. I do see what you are saying, and yes, I agree that we should not "obsess" over what type of band, but I do think we should be advocates for ourselves in understanding the different types of bands, and being involved in the decision making process of our healthcare.

That is the great thing about this website, we get to see many different peoples view on different topics. None wrong, just different. That is what make us beautiful, unique people.

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jamietindall19    0

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i have no idea what you guys are talking about a thought a band was a band the only thing the doc told me was it was the small band whatever that even means so ya i trust my doc one of the best in the country thats why i picked him so i have confidence that he knows whats best for me also if i lose weight which i am right now at a crazy rate so i guess that good for now hope this continues hope everyone is happy in band land ! lol god bless good luck!

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Chris61    0

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My wife and I both have the AP band. Not sure if 10 or 14cc. We have all ready had a fill. She has 2cc and I have 1 cc. I love the band its great. Waiting for the 2nd fill.

The doctor did tell us that he was not sure until he did the surgery which band he would use on us. He said it would depend on size of body etc.

Chris

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4jin    0

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Thanks jim for that link...

I didn't even think about researching the type of bands...but now that I have...I'd have to say based on study results and research I can't blame renewedhope for wanted the AP. I want the AP..:D

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