Hi all of you Alabama Bandsters. My name is Paula and I live in Russellville, AL. I was banded on March 4, 2008 by Dr. William "Jay" Suggs in Decatur. It has been a great process thus far. I have NOT regretted one day of having had the band. To this point, I have lost 70 pounds. I began at 301 and now am 231. My weightloss now has, however, slowed down. I've been in the 230's for several weeks now. I know I probably need to go get a fill, but I will have to wait for a little while longer.

I don't actually post to the Lap Band website very often, but was very interested in getting to meet some of you Alabama Bandsters and keep up with your progress. Feel free to post back and let's build this Alabama Forum.

Have a great day.:eek:

Paula

Hi Paula,

I was banded March 13 by Dr. Suggs. He is a great doctor. I have done great-lost 60 lbs. I have about 30-40 more to go. I have had 3 fills and my last one (Sept. 22) about killed me. Couldn't hardly eat for 2 weeks. How many fills have you had? I, too, have hit a plateau. I think that's normal. They say it doesn't last too long before you start losing again. Hope so! I don't get on here too often, but maybe we can keep up with each other a bit.

Jan:tt2:

Hello everyone. My name is also Paula. I live in Huntsville. Dr. Groves of Albertville done my LB. I was banded in May and have lost 39 lbs. (now if you count the same 5 lbs I kept losing and gaining for about 4 weeks I have lost a lot more:blushing:). I wouldn't trade this for anything. I love my band. Good luck everyone on your journey.

Hello................ this is funny- my name is also Paula... lol I am considering lap band and have my seminar scheduled for Dec 16. I heard I have to see a nutritionist and a Physical Therapist. Anyone know why? I have been reading and also seen where some have to see a psychiatrist... I am very excited.. I hope i get approved.

I have a friend who had this done 2 years ago and she is still so excited about this procedure. She is very happy with herself.! thanks