Hey out there! I live in the Corpus Christi area. I am thinking about using Dr. Griffin. Has anyone else used him? He has an opening in Nov. and I want to fill the spot. I am a self pay, ready to complete all the pre-op consults, test, so forth. Now he thinks maybe I am feeling rushed... NOPE I want it done the sooner the better. Is there something I am missing here? Should I have to wait until January? I don't want to! Let me hear some advice from anyone out there.

Thanks so much and I can't wait to be one of the banded ones!!!!:thumbup:

For me, the longer it took to get it done, the more anxious I became. I only had to wait about a month from start to finish (consultation with psychologist & nutritionist to date of surgery), but it felt like forever. My job is such that the uncertainty was difficult to deal with because I had to schedule things around the week I'd be off. But my personality is such that I find it hard to wait. I can think of no real reason to wait if you are certain this is what you want.

Well after Dr. Griffin refered me to his partner, Dr. Patel, I have a date. November 14th. Dr. Patel saw no reason not to move ahead quickly. I am excited and anxious. The pre-op diet is working out okay. I hope that it really is doing some good.

Looking forward to hearing from other November Bandsters!!

Hey Kristi!

I am from Corpus Christi as well! I am having my surgery done by Dr. Griffin next week on November 10th. I am sooo excited. And wow congratulations! that is quick! I am glad that he was able to speed things up for you! So far on the pre-op diet i've lost 12 pounds!! I can't believe it! Which hospital are you getting your surgery done at? I will be doing mine at Spohn South.

Sunsetskies

Weight - 261lbs prior to surgery

Weight - 249lbs after 8 days of preop diet

Goal - 140lbs (hopefully hehe)

Surgery date - November 10, 2008

Hi there,

I am having the procedure done in San Antonio because that is where they perform the procedure on self pay patients. If you have ins. then you can use the local hospitals. Since I am using Dr. Patel things are moving quicker than with Dr. Griffin. Keep in touch, let me know how you are doing.

Good luck!