Hi everyone :biggrin2:

Sorry for starting a new thread on this but I couldn't find the old one.

Just a note to make sure everyone that is interested knows that there WILL be a meeting next Wednesday, May 21st. This meeting will take place at Lions Gate Hospital in North Vancouver in conference room C just off the main lobby.

I know that there are some of you that find the distance to North Van is a bother but I'm hoping with the longer daylight hours and better weather, some of you will be able to join us few die-hards !!!

I have access to some printed materials that are very suitable for support meetings so if any of you that will be attending have a specific topic you would like to see discussed please post here and I'll try my best to print out some relevant info that we can discuss at the meeting.

Hope you all have a great weekend and I'll see you next week !!!

Patricia

It was great meeting all of you last week! Speaking as a newbie who is yet to be banded, I found the meeting a great opportunity to listen, ask questions and discuss 'life with the band' - the good, the bad and the ugly.

Thanks for perservering!

Hi Everybody!

It seems I've just missed the latest meeting, but I'd really like to attend the next. I haven't actually been banded yet, but I'd really love to meet with those of you who either have been banded or are looking into getting it done like myself.

Is there going to be a meeting on the 16th of July?

-Daina

Yes D there will be a meeting in July. Every 3rd Wednesday. Contact Canadagirl33@hotmail.com and she will put you on her reminder list. She founded our group and we would love to meet you and answer any questions you may have.

I really enjoyed the large turnout. Who would of thunk so many would come out. It was so much fun listening to the comments of evryone about their journeys and we had some great laughs to. For months, the attendance was 3 sometimes just one so it was a great feeling to know there are others. Hope you all continue to come.

Glad your get together went well..

I tried to get something together for us folks north of the GTA but alas no luck ...

O/T... did you know that TLBC has a new General Manager as of this week???

I went in for a slight de-fill and met the Custodian staff manager and she was just getting ready for an interview with the new GM...

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I would be interested in attending. I live in Lower Mainland and have decided to get banded. I still have to have a conultation.

Mom, we would be only to happy to have you attend. We all have interesting histories, some good, some not so good. You can find out what awaits you as you start your journey. We meet at the Lion's Gate Hospital. If you send an e mail to 'canadagirl33@hotmail.com', she will put you on her reminder list. If you would like to, contact me at doddie63@hotmail.com and I would do my best to answer some of your start out questions.

Peaches don't give up. Canadagirl and myself went months. Canadagirl contacted the Lions Gate Hospital and we were given access to a room for our support group free. I even attended one meeting all by myself incase someone showed up. At the very least, if you know of one or two, start an email support group. You all have the grounding interest of remoteness to get you started. Good luck

I just found this and think it is great to see some stuff here in Vancouver. I was banded in November 2007 and hit a major plateau now and need help. Any ideas? I do work out every day and have cut down on carbs, so mostly protein.... and still the scale has not moved for 3 months now and I am getting very frustrated. Thanks.

Hi Patricia,

I would love to attend a meeting in North Vancouver. I live in Coquitlam and would not mind the drive at all as I need a support group badly. I got banded at the end of November 2007 and hit a serious plateau right now. Lost 47 pounds and need to lose lots more.......

When and where is the next meeting?

Thank you for the info.

Gerdi

Wow, that is a lot of money. You can have a fill with Dr. Leung in Surrey, he only charges $30.00 after 3 free fills. His office is right next to Surrey Memorial, I was banded by him and he is great.

Cheers,

Gerdi

Gerdi: Dr. Leung only does fills for his patients. Thdre are not too many doctors that will do fills if you are not their patient. Dr. Woodhead will do fills for Canadians that are not his patient here in Canada, but he will not do people banded in Mexico. However, I think every individual interested in fills even if banded in Mexico could contact his office for a personal answer. Also, there are fill clinics just slightly south in Washington state or Calgary, Albert. Hope to see you at the meeting.

Hi,

Thanks I did not know that......... I would love to come to the next meeting, just need to know where to go, etc.......

Gerdi

Hi: We meet every third Wednesday of the month at the Lions Gate Hospital. The main entrance in on 15th street. There is pay parking unless you want to park on the street if you find a spot that is. After entering the hospital, there is a gift shop directly ahead, turn right and go thru double doors and go down the corridor. Turn right at the library and we are the first door on the right. Look forward to meeting you.

Do you have room for one more to your meeting.. I am getting banded in Mexico July 22. I am going there incognito I have only told 2 people of my decision, I think it is better for me that way. However I sure am glad to hear that there is a support group nearby as I think I need someone to talk to.

The more the merrier. You will be welcomed with open arms. Bring your questions or bring just you. Our meetings are open, sometimes there was just one the last time 13. Canadagirl33@hotmail.com started the group. I am pretty certain she will see your post but if not contact her and she will put you on the reminder list.

Hi Ladies :thumbup:

I'm at work tonite....but don't tell my boss !!!!! I'm not supposed to be surfing but I'm bored at the moment !!!

So our next meeting is July 16th in North Vancouver and anyone is most definitely welcome to join us !!! If you would like to be on my 'reminder list' and you need to email me so that I have your email address.

And for all of you that will be attending I need suggestions for a topic...if you'd like a topic. Otherwise we can have a 'meet, greet and ask' type meeting like the last few. Just kindof open to general questions and chit-chat. Your choice .....

So tell me what you all think....

Mail me.... canadagirl33@hotmail.com or just post here and I'll read it over the next few days.

Take care everyone !!!!

Patricia

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