Hi all... I'm seriously thinking about getting banded within the next 4 months. My insurance does not cover it, so I will be paying for it myself. Going to Mexico is not an option for me. I'd like to know if anyone has gone to Dr.James Atkinson (I went to his seminar in October) or any other doctor's in or around Las Vegas or Henderson areas. Also who you would recommend and why...

I'm 36, 5'2", 265lbs...

Thanks in advance for any help!

Congrats... My pre-op is this Wednesday- I'm extatic... I WANT TO SHOUT IT TO THE WORLD!!!

How are you feeling? Can you give us details on your first few days home?

Yvonne.... My preop is tomorrow, too. I know they do group sessions; see you there?

Hmmmmm =)

well you should have your pre op today, good for you guys. the first couple of days after surgery are uncomfortable with the gas and incisions. nothing that can't be overcome. typically it is hard to sit upright because of both, my port was tender and was for about a month, and the incisions were tender just because of the nature of the bizz. make sure you have some loose waist pants. walk walk walk, it really does make the surgery gas go away/reduce. you guys will do great, it is only a temporary discomfort, plus meds help when needed. g2s

Hi there,

Hope you're doing well. One of my friends who just got her lap band a few days ago is looking for a support group in Las Vegas. Do you have any recommendations?

Thanks,

Lisa

Hey Mikalisa! The only support group I have is the one through my Dr's Office. Have your friend do a search on here too... you never know what you'll find!!!

Thank you, Yvonne.

Hey Yvonne, did you go to the support group last night? I had a team meeting at school, so I will have to wait until next month for the Tuesday group. Just curious how it went.

I just wanted to check in with my Vegas/Henderson Bandsters...

How is everyone feeling- how is the weight loss going???

I am having a grand old time! My face is shrinking and my body can't wait for me to start working out! LOL

I've lost 25lbs since pre-op and am just happy about this decision.

At first I was so worried- I must have asked myself- What on Earth did I just do to myself? a million times, but now I know it's all going to be well worth it. My sister was here visiting from NY and she had Gastric Bypass about 2 years ago. She looks amazing. She's had her Tummy Tuck, Lypo, and a "Big Boob" job! LMAO :huggie:

She's eats so little-it's hilarious. We went to Panda Express for lunch the other day. I had egg drop Soup and she had just this itsy bitsy dish with chicken and stringbeans. We sat down- each with a little dish or bowl on this tray and I started laughing... I said, "look how cute we are with our little dishes". She started laughing and then we couldn't stop! LOL Everyone must have thought we were crazy. But we were just HAPPY to be on this journey together now! :incazzato:

My Mom is coming to visit on Wednesday- I'll be able to eat solids starting Tuesday which works out great. We're also going to Universal Studios, Hollywood for a couple of days. We love California and go every time my Mom comes to visit. Our favorite is San Diego!

I hope everyone is having their own fun and enjoying their journey.

Have a great weekend! :driving:

Doing great! Down 24 lbs (as of last Thursday), which includes a little weight lost pre-op (no prescribed pre-op diet, just excited and started changing eating habits). :smile: My clothes are starting to hang on me and I am able to wear some I haven't been able to wear for some time. It's so exciting!

Never any PBs, sliming, vomiting, or anything. One Brussels sprout stuck, but that's it.

Working out more and more. Between walking and balance ball workouts (still avoiding anything where I have to lay on my stomach), I thinking I am doing OK on exercise, but I am looking forward to something a bit more strenuous).

I keep track of everything I eat so I can watch my nutrition and my caloric intake. I am a bit militant about it, but I am OK with that. That's what is making this so easy and so successful!

Loving this!

http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f49/dr-atkinsons-patients-pre-post-op-72623/

check this out!!!!

Hi all, I realize this thread is a little old but I am being banded in Vegas next Friday, 9/27/13. I am looking for support groups in the Henderson \ East Last Vegas area. Can you help me out with some ideas?