Elisabethsew
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Hello not sure where to start
Elisabethsew replied to Lovy's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Welcome! Dr. Geiss and his team are excellent so you're in good hands. Read the info that's provided on this forum and ask questions. -
Congratulations on getting a date. Use the "wait" time to read posts and ask lots of questions.
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just banded, from singapore
Elisabethsew replied to foodie's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Welcome! I had a lot of brusing also but it will go away after about 2 weeks. Don't hurt yourself by cheating on the diet. Call the surgeon or nutritionist and tell them you're hungry. -
Welcome to the both of you. It sounds like you're doing great. Congratulations!
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In a mood of Panic....
Elisabethsew replied to jessbychurch's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
It's natural to be nervous about the pending surgery. However, if you're in a panic, it might be a good idea to speak to a member of the surgeon's team before you go in for the surgery. -
help me narrow down mexico surgeon choice
Elisabethsew replied to djpfeils's topic in Weight Loss Surgeons & Hospitals
Some of the surgeons I work with consider "hardship" cases and do the cases for a very reduced rate and sometimes even free of charge. Of course, the hospital will give a break for cash but rarely provides free services. -
help me narrow down mexico surgeon choice
Elisabethsew replied to djpfeils's topic in Weight Loss Surgeons & Hospitals
Many U.S. surgeons will only disclose a self-pay rate during a private consultation. It never hurts to make an appointment and shop around. -
Just keep following your prescribed post-op plan and the weight will come off. You could be holding onto excess fluid from the surgery. Stay away from the scale for a few days.
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Looks like I get to call my surgeon tomorrow
Elisabethsew replied to Pix's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Keep it clean and get to your surgeon's office for an evaluation and maybe some blood work as well. -
4 days post op-always feeling full..is this normal?
Elisabethsew replied to MissieLyn's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Welcome! Yes, as the swelling goes down, you'll be able to drink more and then advance on your diet as prescribed. Try sipping water throughout the day and getting in those protein shakes. -
You're losing well and will be on those rides in no time at all. I think they hold 200 pounds comfortably so you're on your way.
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Help!! someone!!!PLEASE!!!
Elisabethsew replied to willsmommy's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm confused as well. You should have been given a diet to follow post-op. Call your surgeon's office ASAP and ask them for the guidelines. -
Tomorrow is the day!!!
Elisabethsew replied to holly11's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Best of luck to you with the surgery! -
Fatty liver disease and pain
Elisabethsew replied to swtbtrcup's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Welcome, ladies! Best of luck on your surgery. keep us posted in your progress. -
Welcome! You got an answer from the expert.
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Welcome. I would suggest searching this forum for others with low BMIs and also asking the question in the general discussion area where you'll get more suggestions.
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Welcome, the test was successful!
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midband questions
Elisabethsew replied to anelson0128's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Welcome. You might want to ask this question in the general discussion area to get more help. -
Getting Lap Band on the 30th!
Elisabethsew replied to fujika's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Welcome and congratulations on getting a date. -
Self Pay Patients
Elisabethsew replied to motherwanttobe's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
EVERY patient, regardless of ability to pay or not, MUST receive the same care by law. -
Call and ask to speak to the case worker who has been assigned to you. Get her name and extension and address all concerns to this person only. Welcome and congratulations!
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APPROVED!!! Surgery Date May 19th!!!
Elisabethsew replied to Rascal76's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Welcome and congratulations on your upcoming surgery date. There is a wealth of info here so read and post! -
Newbie from Saskatchewan
Elisabethsew replied to Lakemom's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Welcome and congratulations on getting a date. PB is a productive burb and if you use the search function, you'll find out a lot more. LOL. -
Welcome and congratulations on getting a date. Read through the forum. You'll find a lot of great advice here.
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New comer to lapband talk
Elisabethsew replied to tessa1's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Welcome and congratulations on your success! Please join in the discussions and share your experiences with others.