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I was in contact with TLBC, SWLC and CIBO. I ended up choosing SWLC since my email was answered by the surgeon not office staff. All my questions were answered by an actual medical professional. CIBO gave me the run around and then when I decided not to go with them, they emailed me telling me they hoped I could live with my conscience and my decision. Why would I not be able to live with it, it's my body, my money and my decision. It was a very unprofessional approach in my opinion. I contacted TLBC and dealt with one office person then was to speak with a patient that works there for a consultation then speak to a surgeon after. I liked the fact that at SWLC, I got to speak directly to the surgeon to have all my questions answered. This was my deciding factor as to which clinic to go to.

Good luck finding anyone who had a positive experience since they don't seem to have banded a soul yet. I spoke with them and asked for referrals to patients and they'd not give me any. Other clinics will provide patients as referrals and this one won't so it's obvious that they don't have any. I asked about their operating room and no answer. My experience with Nisrine was terrible and really hope you don't have to go there. There are lots of financial options available and if you keep looking, you will find one that will help you out.

Thanks Donna, I have joined the patient forum already but unfortunately I don't live anywhere near Mississauga. I live in the frozen tundra we call Northern Ontario.

I've read through this thread since it started and I had been in contact with Nisrine since December and all I can say is, it was a horrible experience. She takes forever to answer emails and even when she does, she avoids questions. I did email consultations with Dr. Padonou and it was just the opposite. Email him with as many questions as I wanted and never forgot to answer anything. If she is the same Nisrine that was at the other clinic, it's not much wonder she is gone, she is the most unprofessionl person I have dealt with. I even emailed the founder of CIBO and even he won't answer emails. I am so happy my DH convinced me not to go there. If this is how they treat potential new clients, what would they be like after I have given them $18000.

I have been lurking on this board for over a month now and just realized I had to join to reply to a thread. I have picked the SWLC and am very happy with my decision. I will be banded in the near future by Dr. Padonou.