phoenixgal
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Hello, where in Texas are you? My surgery date is 3-17-09 at Fort Worth LapBand, Dr. Adam Smith who was banded in 04 himself, I like that, he has the compassion and heart of actually been and going through this! Any way check out my social group for people in our area! When is your surgery date? Nancy
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I have my surgery scheduled with Dr. Hamn and have my surgery scheduled for mid-March. I would like to join a local "banders" club. I work in Plano...........
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I have surgery scheduled with Dr.Hamn in March. I have heard great things about him!
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Calling All MARCH '09 Bandsters - We need a name!
phoenixgal replied to gabi311b's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I am Suzanne in Big D and have my lapband scheduled for March. They said I will not be on a liquid diet until the week before surgery. I am 275 lbs at 5'4" !!! What was your diet like prior to surgery? I am getting nervous about the surgery and my ability to stop snacking. Any suggestions? Also, my husband and I are used to eating out since our schedules get us home too late to cook. Any suggestions? -
I am also using Dr. Hamn, but I would like to hear someone else's experience with him.
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About a month ago I was denied the surgery thru United HC due to my BMI dropping below 40 (39.9) in one month out of a 5 year history !! :thumbup: I have diabetes, hypertension, thyroid problems, sleep apnea and many other health problems. Each policy is different (even within the same company - United, BCBS, Cigna, etc) so you really need to read the benefits carefully. My insurance strictly goes by BMI, not other risk factors. The good news is: I filed an appeal with a letter from my regular physician explaining I was at more risk by not having the surgery. Also, there was an error in the BMI reading in a previous year. I am finally going to have my surgery!!! YEAH!!!:thumbup:
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Hi ! This is my first post to the Lap Band Discussion Forum. I have a question for all of the Texas residents............ Has anyone ever used Dr. Hamm or Dr. Cribbons for their lap band procedure? If so, what was your experience with them: Before surgery, surgery and after surgery?
