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Congrats Cathy! I know how you feel! Banded on 3/3/06 in Mexico. Kristi

Hi Janelle, I got the Inamed band. I just got home on 3/5 and I am feeling pretty good. I do have the gas and a bit of bloating, but am doing fine otherwise. Just doing a little here and there and enjoying the "fabulous" liquid phase. I will get to be on mushies on Saturday, so I am looking forward to that and kinda nervous too. I haven't had any "real" food since Thursday. I live in Texas, so it was a bit of a haul to get there and back, but I am very glad to say that "I did it!" I will be happy to answer any questions, just let me know. Kristi

It was good. The Dr's and nurses were all terrific. I am glad to be home though! It is nice to sleep in your own bed after all that! Overall the whole experience was good! I would do it again.

Hello all.... I just got back from MX this morning and I AM BANDED!!!!!!! I am very excited. Still sore and tired! Good Luck to all Marcher's still waiting! See you on the other side!

Hello all! I am being banded in Mexico on 3/3 (TOMORROW!!!!) by Dr. Corravibus! I have had surgery before, so I am not really nervous, yet!!!! I am more nervous about afterward and how I will feel and will I be starving!??!?!?! I wish all the luck and success to everyone and hope to share my success with ya'll afterwards!

I am having my surgery at Bajanor on March 3rd. I have a friend and her mother that went there in Aug and recommend it. I have also spoken with 5 other people about their experiences and they have good things to say as well. I have spoken with the doctors several times and like them and have also done alot of other homework on them as well. Where are you going in Mexico?

Hello there. Great Idea for a thread....I am scheduled to get "banded" on March 3rd in Mexico! I am so excited. I want to be active and healthy for my boys ages 4 & 6. I have had surgery before (gallbladder,tubes tied) so I am not too worried about that, I am scared to death of the gas bubbles that you get when they fill your stomach up with air. I had the worst when I had surgery the first time. Gas rises and lands up in your shoulder blades. I heard that taking Gas-X before and after can help, but am still nervous! Sorry I am rambling...I must be tired. Congrats to all that have dates and hang in there to all who are waiting! It's worth it! Take Care, IslandMom

Thank you all so much for your responses! I will check with them all!! Thanks again!

I have my date! I am going to Mexico to Bajanor on March 3, 2006! I am nervous, yet extremely excited! I am now trying to find a fill doc in the DFW area that will treat MX patients! If you have any info, I would greatly appreciate it! Thanks, IslandMom :shade:

M, I am scheduled for lap band @ Bajanor on 3/3. Could you tell me how it was and if you were happy with your decision to go there? Thanks! IslandMom

Hi, I was wondering if anyone has been to the Bajanor Obesity Center in TJ for the lap band? If so, could you give some info about the facilities and the dr's etc etc etc....I am still in the research stage of my journey, but have got the money saved and am ready to go! Thanks in advance for your input and support! islandmom

Hi, My name is Kristi and I live in Texas. I have tried the insurance thing and am now looking into self pay in MX. This site has been very informative and I hope to learn more from ya'll!

Hi ya'll (Glitterqueen and LadySplenda)! I am in the DFW area. Still trying to decide what to do about going to mx for the band. Still checking out docs.....what made you choose Sanchez, Glitterqueen?

Thank you all for a nice welcome. I have never been involved in any kind of forum, but this site seems to be filled with truthful info and support no matter which side of the journey you are on! I look forward to getting to know everyone and sharing this life changing experience! Kristi