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Thanks to all your responses. I had the surgery on 08-01-07 and to date have lost 48 lbs. I feel very good and would highly recommend Dr. Denham to anyone in the area, he and his staff are great.

I was wondering if anyone had any experience with Dr. Denham out of Evanston or Highland Pk. hospitals?

If its killing you, EAT THE FRY!!, not the whole order. I have found that you will drive yourself nuts if you keep thinking about it. Nothing will satisfy you. Go ahead and eat 1 or 2 fries, this will curb your need. Just remember any food is ok in moderation. Steve

Yes, I am only 9 days out and feeling great. No problems and I am not hungry.

I am only 8 days after surgery and I can tolerate regular food. Is this ok, normal, or bad. I am eating very small amounts, and I am never hungry, what gives? I started with liquids and progressed through soft foods, but have now over the last couple of days tried oatmeal, a couple of small pieces of bagle, some cut up chicken, a scrambled egg, and everything has gone down fine. I am sticking to very small amounts of everything, but so far no complications. Am I lucky, or is because I have had no adjustments? Any comments would be welcomed. Steve

I had bypass 11 years ago, and 4 years ago had stents put in , and neither was a problem. I had my surgery 8/1 and the doctors kept me overnight in ICU because of the past heart problems, but that all. Feel great now.

Hi Everyone, I am new to your site and thought I would like to jump in. I am going to be banded Aug 1st at Highland Park hospital, and was wondering if there was any last minute advice? I have thought about this for a year and still not 100% sure I want to do this. I want the weight loss, but not the change. I want to eat a steak after I lose the weight, maybe even a can of diet coke. I know these things will not happen, and losing the weight is more important, but I'm still not positive. I appreciate your words of encouragement and know in my heart this is the right thing. I need to lose 120 lbs and don't want bypass. Thanks, Steve from Chicago

My first consult was Sep. 06 and I'm having surgery Aug 1st. 11 months for me. Steve

I feel the same way. I am getting banded on Aug. 1st, Good Luck. Steve