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Is Self Pay Worth It? Austin, Tx Area
Colin replied to Blondie638's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
When I was in Mexico getting my WL surgery, I met your friends brother. He is now a she and prefers to be called Raffelle..............and BTW..............His / Her teeth look GREAT!!!!!!!!!!!!................LOL -
Any Follow Up Doctors In Seattle That Wiiltake A Mexican Bander?
Colin replied to webbinatorjr's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Of course there is a "negative attitude".............You just look a big chunk of change out of the guy's pocket!..............LOL At Dr. Ortiz's office they give you a number of doctor's who will do your fills. -
Anyone From Quebec, Canada ? Or Even Ontario ?
Colin replied to Dzire's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I had mine done in Mexico by Dr. Ortiz. Best medical care I have ever had..............should send a few Ont doctors down there for training............LOL Working well for me. If you are addicted to sweets or drink a two four a day.............It won't work but if portion control is your problem, as it was mine.............it is a life saving tool! -
Finally Under 200Lbs
Colin replied to s0utherndivadoll's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
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Anyone From Quebec, Canada ? Or Even Ontario ?
Colin replied to Dzire's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Ontario here.............What do you need to know? -
After you follow the other forum members advice, the only good advice I can add is..........chew your food to the consistancy of applesauce............This helped me........BUT........you have to get things turned around.........so listen to those that have "fought the battle and WON"
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Well Done! Keep at ..................you are an inspriration to
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From the album: Colin
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From the album: Colin
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I have heard good things about them both. I tried to put a deal together with both of them but they wouldn't bend on their price so I went to Mexico and saved $10,000. If money is not a probem I'm sure you'll be happy with them.
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Everyone Might Not Be As Stupid As Me But Here Is What Happened:- I asked for and got an extra 1 CC for my second fill. The reason is, the first 3 CC's I got after my operation gave me "restriction" for about 2 weeks then subsided. I thought 2 extra CCs would do it (even though the PA didn't agree). I couldn't keep anything down, so I went back for an "unfill". Sooooooooooooo.............When they say "1 CC".............listen to them! The more fills you have the less it takes...........A Lesson Learned!
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Hi Tom, I asked the owner of the site that question because I own a BB as well. Looks like the BB may be going the way of the Dodo bird because this site and I think I read Netflix as well, will not be deveopling anything for BB. Congrats on your weight loss! Regards, Colin
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Lapbandtalk For Iphone, Ipad And Ipod Touch App Has Launched!
Colin replied to Alex Brecher's topic in Website Assistance & Suggestions
Hey Alex, What about us poor BlackBerry users????? Colin -
I have the REALIZE BAND............and I was told either one could have been used...........depending what the Surgeon found when he was "in there"..............LOL
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What To Do When You Don't Have Insurance
Colin replied to sleeveisforme's topic in Insurance & Financing
I self paid as well and saved $10k by going to Mexico...................Best medical treatment I have ever had! -
I had mine done by Dr. Ortiz and it was as smoooooth as glass! I was led to beleive that, depending on the patient, Ortiz would use one band or the other but I may be wrong because I have the REALIZE - C band. If I remember correctly he said he would make his decision once he got a look at things (whatever that means........LOL)
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No complications...............the next day
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I had my first fill today as well and I can hardly get anything down! So far I am happy because before my fill I could eat more than before I had the surgery. I think it affects different people in different ways. Let things settle down a bit and listen to the experienced "bandsters" on this forum. I did, so I am not worried. If it continues............I'll get them to let some air out.............LOL
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Surgery In Mexico Monday...
Colin replied to Shannalee's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Pam, The facility I had my done in gave me about 10 names of doctors who do fills for their patiences within an hour or two drive from where I live. Addionally, there was a company called FILLS USA (or something like it) whose doctors will do your fills, even though the company is no longer in existence. Colin -
Surgery In Mexico Monday...
Colin replied to Shannalee's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
It is a lot cheaper ($10k less than here, in Canada) and yes, US doctors will do the fills etc for cash. Anywhere from $50 to $150 per fill. -
Surgery In Mexico Monday...
Colin replied to Shannalee's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Glad everything went well! The worst part in my experience was, the cramped flight down, everything else was A1! -
From Alberta, Canada Being Banded March 2Nd In Vancouver.
Colin replied to princess77's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
I wouldn't worry about choosing the Band over other proceedures because the Band is so non-invasive that you can still go for something else down the road. Congrats on taking the rights steps!