VictorsValiant
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Mid-Michigan LapBandsters
VictorsValiant replied to VictorsValiant's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I would give them a call. Thier # is 517-913-4010 -
Just got my 1st fill yesterday. Wow, wierd feeling! I ate half a bowl of cream soup @ 5pm, never got hungry after. I hope she hit the "sweet spot" on the first shot!! **wishful thinking**
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Need world famous chili recipes
VictorsValiant replied to VictorsValiant's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Pumpkin Chili? That sounds like a winner for the most unique category!! You may have just won it for me!!! I hope the majority like pumpkin!!! -
Mid-Michigan LapBandsters
VictorsValiant replied to VictorsValiant's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Hey Maggie, DeWitt Twp. here as well!! Hope all goes well with your surgery. You'll be fine, it's the waking up and wondering what the hell you did that "trys" to get you. It goes away soon!! So don't let it get you down!!! :regular_smile: -
Where are all the Michigan people at??
VictorsValiant replied to Cinnaberry's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Dr. Mindy Lane at Minamally Invasive Surgical Associates. They do surgeries through Ingham County Regional Medical Center. The only other place is Sparrow. I know that Sparrow's is a lot more strict in pre-op diet (3weeks of shakes compared to 2weeks w/ IRMC). I just got banded through MISA and they are great people. I put links to my surgeons and thier background info and contact info is on those pages as well. Call them and they will set up a pre evaluation with you to get the ball rolling!!! Good luck in whatever you choose!!! http://www.mmponline.com/physicians/4 -
Need world famous chili recipes
VictorsValiant replied to VictorsValiant's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
:thumbup:Hmmmm....sounds good and may be worth trying. I know there were some white chili's last time, but maybe you got the secret??? -
Need world famous chili recipes
VictorsValiant replied to VictorsValiant's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
C'mon....is that supposed to be a joke? :wub: By my name..you should realize I am a University of Michigan fan...and this chili cook-off is held during the Michigan vs. Michigan State game. You can see the problem here right? lol It soundes pretty good though....maybe I'll just change the name!!!???!!! :wub: -
So my friends annual chili cookoff is coming up and I would not only like to win it again....but I would also like to eat the chili I make. Does anyone have any chili recipes that everyone raves over? I'm talking WINNING chili here...not just your ordinary stuff. :wub: My last years chili I cannot eat, plus I retired the recipie! lol **Please Help!!!**
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Mid-Michigan LapBandsters
VictorsValiant replied to VictorsValiant's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Sparrow specializes more in the Gastric Bypass as did Ingham at the time I made my desicion. I was actually enrolled at Ingham when the cut the Bariatric program there. To get surgery at Ingham you have to go through a place called Minamally Invasive Surgical Associates. Its somewhat small right now, but is growing rapidly!!! My doctor was Dr. Lane and she is a no non-sense Dr. that will give it to you straight! I like that and she is an overall good person. Some people I bet are turned off by her because she stays with you. She just doesn't do operations and then forget about you. I guess it just came down to who I thought would take care of me more and Dr. Lane was it. -
Hey Ang, no problem, I'm glad to see you have started the process!! They will schedule your surgery once you have had your psych eval, nutrition consult, finish you nutrition classes...have you done a sleep study? I had BCBS Comm. Blue, but I was 5'4" and 303 which meant I did not need any kind preauthorization from them. In fact, I just got my statement and I don't owe BCBS a dime!!! It depends on your BMI and any comorbidies you may have. Basically when Dr. Lane and Richardson feel they have all they need is when they will schedule you. It is usually a month out so they can get you started on the shakes you will be drinking for 2 weeks prior to surgery. It's hard at first, but when you se the lbs shedding off...you don't mind too much!! =) Any other questions feel free to ask!!!!
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Hey Victor, I am sorry I did not get your message. I was not at the Dawe that evening. I went to one earlier in the month. I have gone to three of the nutrition classes, I have my EKG done and my chest xray. I have my psych eval next week and my nutrition consult also next week do you know when they will schedule my surgery and also what kind of insurance do you have if you don't mind me asking thanks for the info Ang
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Hey everyone, Just wondering if anyone on here is from the Mid-Michigan Area (Lansing, E. Lansing, DeWitt, Holt, ect...) I was banded on Sept. 15th by Dr. Mindy Lane @ Minamally Invasive Surgical Associates. Just seeing if there is anyone else "around town". I see there is no support group for us Mid-Michigan People!!!! :thumbup:
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Where are all the Michigan people at??
VictorsValiant replied to Cinnaberry's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Ang, no complications w/ surgery. It may seem like they go to far sometimes as far as blood work and various othr tests, but they really want you to be commited and are ready for surgery. I will be @ the Dow Auditorium tonight @ 5:30pm for Dr Lane. Will u be there? -
Where are all the Michigan people at??
VictorsValiant replied to Cinnaberry's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Hey Ang, I was just banded the 15th of Sept @ Ingham Regional Med. Center. You have to go through Minimally Invasive Surgical Associates @ the Mid-Michigan Physicians Complex on Lake Lansing Road. Dr. Lane is a no B.S. doc. She is very straight forward and honest. The staff there will help you with anything! Give them a call and tell them you are considering the LapBand, they would love to talk to you. Address: 1540 Lk. Lansing Rd. Lansing, MI Phone: 517-913-4010
