Alex and I are working hard to put together the next "National LAP-BAND Conference".

As we are searching venues we are finding NJ is much cheaper than NYC. Per the poll most people are willing to spend $100.00 per night, we found a venue in NJ for $119.00 per night.

So we would like to know if you guys are ok with NJ or if you prefer to actually be in NYC.

At the last confernce the participants said they wanted to enjoy the host city, so you will get the opportunity to spend Saturday evening in NYC.

Alex and I would like an approximate head count as well. If you could answer these questions it will help us to plan an amazing conference for you guys.

What location do you prefer NYC or NJ (keep in mind NJ is much cheaper than NYC)?

We are going to post a poll of "Who's coming" so be sure to answer the poll question as well.

Alex and I hope you are as excited as we are, this is going to be an amazing conference. It will not be the same if you're not there!!

UPDATE

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East Elmhurst, NY 11369

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Edited November 10, 200817 yr by CoachCher

Hello

Some parts of Central and Northern New Jersey is very close to New York you can get to NY within 15-45min (if no traffic)by car,train or boat for those who would like to hang out in the city after the conference. I chose New Jersey

To the Planners:

You probably already know this, but no matter what the price is that is listed on a website, most places will give you a discounted per-room price if you hold a block of rooms. If you get a general idea of how many people would be willing to book rooms, you can block them well in advance. And I mean like under $100.00/night, which would really be great. The closer to $60.00/night the better for me!

And I would love to hear that some of us got together to contribute to a "scholarship" fund to help those who might need assistance with either travel or accommodations come to the conference. I am not well of by a long shot, but I can contribute some shekels to help others out - I feel it is that important.

Oh this so knocks on the door of where I live.

Amy BEAUTIFUL idea for the scholarship.

Planners, make it so. Please PM me to let me know how I can help.

Block rooms, YES. March should not be season in the NYC/NJ area.

I would like to attend the 2009 Nation Lap-Band Conference. Is there a link that will give me the ecact dates?

Hi Cher:

Went on your website and see there is a conference March 20-21, 2009 and this site stated March 27-29. Are these the same thing or two different things?

Thanks.

I would be interested in a West Coast conference. I will keep watching. Best luck with the conference.

I'd love to go to a con. but really can't afford one in NYC/NJ. I'm going on a cruise for spring break in March and can't afford 2 trips. Hopefully if there is another one over the summer, I'd love to go.

Keep us updated!

Hi,

I would prefer to have this conference in NJ. If you look at south jersey there is Atlantic City Airport and Atlantic City for night life.

Cher, I was just wondering, if you have it in NJ whats the closest airport to the Hotel? I can't seem to find it when I punch the city in when I was trying to price flights. Also does the Hotel offer a suttle?

Hi Marcar,

There is a possibility of a date change. I haven't posted it here yet until we know for sure. Hopefully will know for sure Monday no later than Tuesday.

Hi Lori,

We are coming to the West Coast in Oct, 09. Nothing has been finalized so keep checking the board for updates.

NOT DECIDED. I WOULD LIKE TO ATTEND THOUGH. JUST WON'T KNOW UNTIL THE DATE AND LOCATION IS POSTED. WANTED TO ATTEND IN TEXAS BUT WAS UNABLE TO DO SO. I HAVE LOST 115 lbs ON THE LAPBAND AND WOULD LIKE TO FIND AFFORDABLE OPTIONS TO HAVE THE SURGERY TO REMOVE EXCESS SKIN AND THOUGHT I MIGHT FIND THIS IN ONE OF THE CONFERENCES.

DP:thumbup:

Edited November 17, 200817 yr by Libragirl62
WANTED TO STATE HOW THE LAPBAND WORKED FOR ME..

I won't be able to attend the conference in March. I can say the lap band has been the best thing I have ever done. My one year was November 14. I have lost 86 pounds and 78 inches. I was hoping for 100 pounds at my year just shy 14 pounds. Good luck to all who are waiting for surgery and all those who have had the surgery. Jessie Ward:thumbup:

1. I am local to NYC and NJ. I will definitely come.

2. I am willing to help out if you would like.

3. I am a sleever- would you want someone to talk about the sleeve?

4. Would you want someone to contact local bariatrics doctors in NYC to see if they would like to attend.

5. You can email me directly at

alteredinterior@optonline.net

Very excited. Yes, of course I will come. I am comparitively local - Westchester is about an hour away from NYC - either local would be fine for me.

I WOULD BE WILLING TO HELP OUT A BIT WITH THE CONFERENCE IF YOU NEED ANOTHER PAIR OF LOCAL HANDS LET ME KNOW.

Also, I am a sleever - not a bander. Would you want a speaker to talk about the sleeve? My doctor does both sleeve and band but feels the results are better with a sleeve. Do you need any doctors to speak?

I am so excited about an East Coast Conferance! I'd prefer NYC but I would do either NY or NJ!

Edited November 17, 200817 yr by Miss Michelle