Has anyone had any experience with any MDs in Rochester NY? I am scheduled for their information session with Dr. O'Malley and Dr. Moss. Any experience or suggestions?

I am really hoping that insurance covers the lapband. I cannot afford it out of pocket. I am at the 40 BMI but I don't have any other issues, yet. I do have back, hip and joint pain but nothing that is arthritis. My BP and cholesterol levels are fine. I have no diabetes issues either.

Any suggestions?

Thanks!

gilta

They said they'd be filling me agressively. I'm glad for that, but yet scared. NOt a huge fan of needles :thumbup: But they know I seriously need to get healthy.

Teri

Hey there! How cool it is to find others banded right here in Rochester! I live in Farmington and just got banded at Highland on the 24th. I am doing well so far - having lost 20 lbs prior to surgery, and 5 since....for a total of 25.

The pain of the incisions seems to be my only problem right now - nausea has not been an issue and so far eating has been ok with 99% fat free tomato soup being my savior (everything kind of tastes funny right now).

Can anyone tell me when to expect the incision pain to let up?

Again - so psyched to be able to share this with others that understand!!!

Thanks!

:thumbup:Melody

I'm 2 weeks ahead of you, and althought 5 of them aren't painful (including my port)< I have one that hurts. Not aches. I see the surgeon on wednesday. Hopefully he'll explain that one to me.

Teri

Hi Melody and welcome. I was banded at Highland on July 29th by Dr. Johnson, just had my first fill 2 weeks ago. I am in the Webster area, there is another lady I met on here that was banded 3 days after me by the same Dr. She and I have become good friends, I am sure you will see her posts on here, her name is Gilta. Small world isn't it~ Just wanted to say hi. I am sure I will talk to you again soon. Carol

Hey ladies!

It's great to find some common ground. I only wish I would have found you all sooner - but I only found this site after the surgery!!

Quick question - are you all including weight lossed prior to surgery on your weight tickers? Or is your weight lost just since being banded?

Feeling pretty good today..took a solo trip to store for some sugar free pudding/light yogurt/fat free cream soups/jello Thank god for the cream soups! They are getting me through!

I am going to go back to work tomorrow but I teach at FLCC so once I get in the classroom I can sit to teach - no different than sitting at home I guess!

More later! Again - thanks for being there!

Melody

I added pre surgery to my ticker. Otherwise it looks pretty sad yet. I'm not quite two weeks post op.

Teri

Hi All,

Did everyone love the raining weekend?

I was hoping to go to the Naples Grape Festival, but with all the rain skipped it. I made it to Barktoberfest for a bit.

I did not get much exercise in this weekend either.

Melody - welcome! I was lucky enough to have found this group prior to surgery. I have my weightloss listed as what I have lost to date after starting this journey. I worked at losing all of the weight, so I am tooting my own horn! I know what you mean about the cream soups. When I was able to eat chicken, I added the canned chicken with cream of mushroom soup/or onion then I would only add 1/2 can of FF milk. This gave it almost the consistency of chicken ala king.

Carol - We have to get together soon! I will email you directly so we can organize it up.

I went shopping this weekend with my MIL and DH. I NEVER go with them as my MIL is a size 10 and my DH always picked out "older" clothes just because they were my size. I could never walk into a store and buy something unless it was Lane Bryant. I like their stuff there, but that was the only place.

Well - I am offically out of the "W's"! I bought a size 14 jeans (the stretchy kind) and Large stretch wool like pants. I could not believe it. I tried on the 16's and they were too big. I tried on the non-stretch and the 16's are a bit tight, but I can button them.

I was hoping to hit under 190's by October 1st and this am I am about 1/2 lb away.

Hope all is well!

Gilta

yeah Gilta!! :thumbup: What an awesome accomplishment! I have a long way to go to get out of the W's, but I too will get there someday! Yes we do have to get together, its been a long time since Eggbeaters at Perkins.

Melody, glad you found us. This is definately a journey that needs to be shared with others that are going through the same journey, so welcome aboard. My daughter and I are going shopping for a dress for a family wedding, can't wait to see what size I am in. Enjoy this dreary day:thumbdown:

Congrats on being in 14's! Oh i remember that feeling...i was in Fashion Bug (the only time i've lost weight on my own) and I just normally went to the Plus side...well everything i grabbed was TOO BIG! I remember i started crying in the dressing room..and then i walked to the "regular" side, grabbed a large and medium shirt...and I had to go with the medium! Oh what a day that was...and I am so excited to have that day again after surgery!!!! :cool2:

Yes it is funny how small of a world it is...I work in Webster and I live 5 minutes away in Irondequoit :smile: Small, small world

Barbie,

I live in Webster, grew up in Irondequoit, and now have a daughter that lives in Irondequoit. Did you grow up around this area too?

Ok - I'm psyched - I have an interview today and I just put on a dress suit that I haven't worn in about 2 years! I've lost 8 lbs so far since surgery last Wed, but a total of 28 since I started the journey.

YIPEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!!!:biggrin:

Melody

P.S. I start on pureed foods on Thurs - haven't received menu in the mail yet - what am I in store for??:dita:

Good luck with your interview! Let us know how it goes...

Hi Everyone!!

Just thought I'd pop in say Hi!!

Glita-I was at Barktober Fest too!! We had to cut out at noon for our obedience class however. Was an ok day. At least it didn't rain!

Welcome Carol and Melody!!

I got a reminder the other night that I am banded.... Was out to a fancy dinner with a load of people... ordered sushi appetizer... first bite... got stuck!!! )(*&%$. My mom is like are you ok? I got up to goto the bathroom and as soon as I stood up, it passed. Whew! Must remember: DO NOT TALK AND CHEW!! ha!

I still need another fill I think. I haven't lost but a pound or 2 since surgery. I see Dr D in 2 weeks again. Can't remember my total fill.... 6.5cc in a 14cc band I think. I'm going to ask for a whole cc this time.... watch him tweak. I can still eat just about anything and I get very very hungry at night! oye.

We should all get together before the weather turns!!

Oh and here's by two goofballs from Barktober Fest!

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--Heather.

Grew up and still live in irondequoit...typical italian family...stay at home until you're married (well i don't know how much longer i'll actually be here...i love my family but i'd like a place of my own too)..

I went to Eastridge...

Congrats on the weightloss! I'm less of a sausage in my Sephora uniform now...lol it was much looser on me last night at work!!

Gosh I know where all those towns are. My sister lives in Williamson. She had the bypass YEARS ago. She failed miserably. She lost 240 pounds in 18 months, then proceeded to gain it back. She weighs more than I do now. Anyway, she's mad at me because I chose the band. I think the band is a better fit for my personality. I need that monthly (initially) check in with my dr. The monitoring with the dietitian. My dr's offices require a lot of visits the first year, the second year it's 4 times a year, and it stays that way for a while. I can deal with that. She literally had 5 post op visits, and most of them were the first 3 months post op. I'll have that many before Christmas at this rate.

I'm down a total of 12 pounds in 2 weeks. I'm starting to really deal with hunger issues though. I'm looking forward to getting in some exercise. Walking here has been difficult, as it's been horribly wet or cold and I have two two yr olds that I have to take with me walking. The twin stroller died, so I don't have one.

I'm ordering this morning a recombant stationary bike. It should be here in a few days.

Teri