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Hi ya'll. It's been quite some time since I've logged in. My dilema: I'm 13 lbs from goal-(banded May 24, 06.) It was my choice to travel 10 hours to this particular surgeon. I'm happy with that! :thumbup: I've had only 4 fills to get this close to goal. BUT I would love to give up the 10 hours for a closer doctor. Last time I made the trip, I asked the nurse what she thought. Her reply was that she would not want someone else messing with what's working. Should I stick it out till I make goal and then find someone closer or go ahead and do it now? Any thoughts? Thanks!

(Oh, I can't remember how to place a ticker. Any help there?)

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I travel 9 hours from Oklahoma to see my doctor in Mississippi. I will continue to do so unless I have some emergency in which I need to see a doctor closer. I think staying with the doctor you know and trust is the best - especially since you are so close to your goal.

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Hi ya'll. It's been quite some time since I've logged in. My dilema: I'm 13 lbs from goal-(banded May 24, 06.) It was my choice to travel 10 hours to this particular surgeon. I'm happy with that! :thumbup: I've had only 4 fills to get this close to goal. BUT I would love to give up the 10 hours for a closer doctor. Last time I made the trip, I asked the nurse what she thought. Her reply was that she would not want someone else messing with what's working. Should I stick it out till I make goal and then find someone closer or go ahead and do it now? Any thoughts? Thanks!

(Oh, I can't remember how to place a ticker. Any help there?)

Where in AR are you and where are you traveling to?

Honestly, if they are hitting your port easily with each fill, I would probably stay where I was. I know gas is expensive, but so is the band inside you. Also, I am a BIG baby about pain, and I would want to go where I KNOW they can take care of me.

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If I had to travel that long I think I would make it a treat for myself. Spend extra time doing something fun. Whether it's a spa treatment or clothes shopping or some other fun activity. I think then the trip would be something to look forward to.

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my surgeon's office is 4 hours away and i get free fills for 2 years so i'll be making that trip for the 2 years but i think afterwards if i need a fill i'll just find someone closer to home.

i don't know about you but my surgeon doesn't give the fills, a nurse does and since you're pretty close to goal i don't see the harm in finding someone closer. you could always go back to the 10 hr drive if you don't find someone you like!

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For the ticker, go to tickerfactory.com Pick your tape then copy and paste the ULR to the signature page. Under edit option edit signature.

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