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How to get an unfill / defill in Toronto Ontario area - former CIBO patient



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Hi - long story short, I had a lapband put in by CIBO in Toronto over 10 years ago. We all know they went bankrupt, and I probably haven't had any fills/ unfill / care in over 7 years. Recently I'm finding the band too tight and throw up several times a week and most of the weight I lost has been gained back as I can't eat the good foods as I can't digest them. I've asked my family doc to refer me to the original surgeon Dr. Hong who I recall doing my surgery as I think I'd like to get it out. Its been over a month and I'm still waiting to hear from his office. In the meantime I'd really like to get a defill just to help me get in a better place to get better food in me and stop the throwing up when I get stuck. I can't even think about eating out in a restaurant or with friends now as I fear I'll have to run to bathroom and get unstuck! So I'm looking for someone in central Toronto area that would be willing to do a defill for me. After CIBO went under I was getting some adjustments with a nurse that was helping out but I've lost touch with her. Any advice on where to go or who to contact?? Thanks

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Hi, can’t help where you can go, my band did exactly the same after 12 years, I know what a pain it is, I’ve just changed to the sleeve, I was so fed up with the constant sickness . Hope you get help

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On 10/13/2021 at 1:39 PM, nikispence said:

Hi Skatie! I can help you! Please email me at nikispence@humanicare.ca. Hope to hear from you! Niki

Hi I wondering if I can email you for fills defills?

I had my band since 2008 and hopefully having it removed with bypass. I just started the process at Humber hospital.

I am in the GTA.

Thank you kindly.

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Hi KP! Yes, I can definitely help you. I will send you a DM, or message me at nikispence@humanicare.ca. :)

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