One other thing.. The day after surgery was a Saturday. I got really nasseas and scared because I didn't want to throw up after just having had surgery. I called Dr. Spiegel and had to leave a message on his cell phone. To my surprise he actually called back to check on me, which reassured me and made me feel like even on his busy Saturday at the office, he made an effort to take care of me too. (phenegan for nassea worked wonders). I've heard some bad things about the office and stuff, but over all they have been the biggest help and took time to sit down and talk to me one on one (Dr.Spegiel & Staff) numerous times. I would recomend them to anyone!

Hi , I got banded on September 28th by Dr. Atkinson in Las Vegas. I was reading your story and I thought the same thing when I woke up from Surgery. I feel great and its been a little over a week. I am still on my liquids. I went for my one week and I was down 15 pounds!! Omg I was so excited. Where do you live?

I live in Houston, Tx. Thats so exciting. 15 pounds is awsome!! Since I've started eating solids, I'm sure I've gained a couple pounds, but thats expected. Not too happy about it though! One week after surgery I had lost 13 lbs.. Does your Port side still ache? Mine is very tender still.

Billie,

Glad to read your post. I had surgery on the 16th of September and had lost 18 pounds, but have gained a few since going on mushy food. I do look forward to starting solid foods. I, too, still have tenderness on my port side. It's not a bad pain, but still uncomfortable at times. All of my incisions have healed well though.

Keep up the good work and stay in touch with your progress.

--Lisa