Hi - I am in Pueblo and just had my surgery 1 week ago today - Aug 26th. I have lost 9 lbs since 1 week pre-op. Dr. Smith is my doc also and he is wonderful. I went to his support group last month hoping to talk to someone who had already had it done and no one was there. Will you go this month? I am glad the first week is over! and feel it is all down hill from here. Look forward to sharing experiences as we lose weight together.