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[Tonks 0]

Hi!

I was just looking online for pages to find info and somehow share my experiences after my lapband surgery, since I don't know anyone who has one. I'm from the dominican Republic and currently living in Santo Domingo, and in my country this is not a very common procedure yet and there are no support groups or anything.

Looking forward to share and learn from others.

[georgia girl 35]

Welcome Tonks,

This is a great place to find support. I love my family and sharing this experience with them but it's nice to talk to people who have been through and are going through this. I've really learned a lot from other peoples experiences. When were you banded?

[newbeginning 0]

Welcome. I just joined this week too. I haven't had my surgery yet, I go Nov. 2nd for my first appointment with the surgeon. I have done all the paperwork and the family Dr. has filled out all his stuf too and sent the letter and 12 month eval to the surgeons office. So hoping I will be able to get my surgery done before the end of the year!

[Tonks 0]

Actually this month will be a year now.... I have 19 pounds left to lose, I believe this will be over soon. But as I said, right now I have no people to talk about this, who could really understands.

I'm very happy of the changes I have experienced during this whole process.

[Tonks 0]

Welcome. I just joined this week too. I haven't had my surgery yet, I go Nov. 2nd for my first appointment with the surgeon. I have done all the paperwork and the family Dr. has filled out all his stuf too and sent the letter and 12 month eval to the surgeons office. So hoping I will be able to get my surgery done before the end of the year!

That's soooo good to hear, and I can talk only about my experience, but for me this has been one of the best decisions I have made. Not only that but for me was money well spended, since in my country those procedures are not covered by insurance, I had to cover all the expenses.

I hope everything's ok, with you and good luck !!!!!!!!!

[newbeginning 0]

Tonks that is awesome! Only 19 lbs to go! I so can't wait till I am there. I just want to get healthy and be able to enjoy my children before they are all gone from home. My oldest is almost 19 years and will be going away to college next year. So hopefully I will get this surgery done soon and be able to get some energy to help her prepare for college and all!

[jetti 2]

hi Tonks

I was searching the forum for post about DR because I will be vacationing there in July and was wondering how often the procedure is done there and if alot of doctors have info on the surgery? I am being banded in the US but if something happens while I am on vacation I would like to be prepared for what I will come across with the doctors on the island. if you can provide any info that would be great

thanks!!

[shadowmanhi 0]

hello im shadowmanhi banded 6 days ago 22 oct supprised no no pain at all lost 30lbs before sugery (liver shrinking diet) another 10 after sugery i feeeel goood !!!!!

[Tonks 0]

First of all.... CONGRATS Shadowmanhi !!!!

Hi Jetti, the procedure is not very common in DR since it is expensive and is not covered by insurance. But there are very good doctors, my two surgeons graduated in France and are excelent!, if you whish I can give you their contact info so you can reach them if you need anything while you're here.

When are you going to be banded?

To what part of the country are you coming on vacation? maybe we could meet !!!!

[jetti 2]

thanks for the info Tonks!!

I am being banded in NJ and I will be vacationing in Punta Cana in July. so long away but I already can't wait!!!

[Tonks 0]

Great... Punta Cana is one of the most beautiful places. have you planned in what hotel are you going to stay?

[jetti 2]

I have been there twice already but not since 2004. we will be staying at Bavaro Princess

[EVE7777 0]

HI I AM COMING TO THE DOMINICAN AND WOULD LIKE TO GET LAP BAND SURGERY CAN YOU RECOMEND A DR AND A CLINIC WAS YOURS DONE IN SANTO DOMINGO OR DO YOU KNOW OF A HOSPITAL IN PUNTA CANA MAY I ASK IF IT HURT ? AND HOW MUCH DID IT COST YOU CAN E MAIL ME IF YOU LIKE I WOULD APPRECIATE ANY ADVICE EVEMARSON@HOTMAIL.COM

Hi!

I was just looking online for pages to find info and somehow share my experiences after my lapband surgery, since I don't know anyone who has one. I'm from the dominican Republic and currently living in Santo Domingo, and in my country this is not a very common procedure yet and there are no support groups or anything.

Looking forward to share and learn from others.

[LaurenKauf 0]

Hi Tonks! Welcome to the site! I've been a member here for quite sometime, and the support I receive is amazing! Congratulations on your loss and success so far!