I'm in the process of researching lapband. I'm going to a seminar Sept 26th. I would love to talk to anyone in GA that has had it done or thinking about having it done.

Jenn

I'm just south of atlanta and just joined today also.

where is the seminar you are attending?

I am in South Ga and I have had the lapband. Dr. Joseph Burnette was my doctor from Albany. My life changed for the better on March 31st of this year. I can't say that it's all been great, but NEVER has it been unbearable. I have lost over 50lbs. There have been days of not eating but in the end, It has been all worth it. I was recommended Dr. Burnette from my insurance company and he has been WONDERFUL! He and his staff are so 'down the earth' and helpful! I don't go by a diet, If it's something that I want, I try it and if it goes down well, then it's great! I have found that with me, it's all trial and error. There are somethings that I don't tolerate well but in all honesty, I don't miss those things from my diet. I have come to love fish and baked or broiled fish at that. Before surgery, I didn't like the taste of fish.

Good Luck

Northside hospital in cumming. You should sign up, we can met there. I'd love to have someone to talk to about it.

usmcwife, how long since you'd had surgery? What hospital is your dr at?

What time is the meeting in Cumming. I'm considering lapband too. I am in Dawsonville. I went for an individual consultation at TrueResults Friday and found out I'm not sick enough for insurance so I'm starting the saving.

Charles Finley at emory crawford long an you do not have to attend the seminar great doctor

Hi,

I am south of Atlanta and had my seminar Tuesday the 8th at True Results in Atlanta. My insurance will pay but I have to jump thru some hoops. I have to have a psych evaluation, meet with a nutritionist, an upper gi, six month pre op diet with monthly weigh ins, and 3 year medical history of obesity. My tenative date for surgery is May 12, 2010. Good luck with your journey.

Hello,

I am in Conyers Ga. No surgery date yet, however all my requirements have been meet. My surgreon is Dr Stienberg at Dekalb Medical.

I had my lapband on March 31, 2009 by Dr. Joseph Burnette at Phoebe Putney in Albany, Ga.

I'm from Atlanta. Currently looking for a doctor here in town.

Had my lap band done on Sept 21 in San Antonio w.Dr. Rincon. The 1st week was the worst but bearable. Be sure to stock up on food such as popsicles and broth before surgery so when you're home you're good to go.

Thanks you to everyone for their information. It has been very helpful. The seminar I was going to go to was canceled so I'm going to a different one on Sept 23 in Gainesville. Since it's a week day I'm also going to go to another one I think It's oct 3 so my husband can go too. I want his support and to know what's involved. I haven't really told anyone yet. I want to get all my information before I talk to my family (parents and brothers). This site has been a great help and I have talked to some wonderful people.

I'm in Conyers, too. I went with True Results/Dr. Chris Hart. My surgery was 2/10/09. I'll be glad to answer any questions, etc., perhaps meet if you'd like....

Can you tell me who your Dr. was and where they are located? An address and phone number would be great.

Jenn