Oliverdog

Hi I made my ticker on www.tickerfactory.com and used the events one for countdown days, I have also made one for when I start my diet. Then copy the section at the end that says bb etc. come back onto this site click on the section that says CP and paste into your signature. Thats for the ticker. if you need anymore help let me know, it took me ages!! Goodluck

Have tried to change my profile-just testing!! I want a ticker!!

Hi I am also having mine done in Belgium on 16th October and I live in the UK, maybe we can compare notes!! Are you having it done with Dr Chris Byrne?

Thanks Bev, I had an email back from Fred advising me just to eat a low fat diet and keep off the alcohol for two weeks before my date!! Which is quite nice as I come back from holiday 15 days before my op....lol!!

Thanks Singing Parrot and Homecare, this has helped me calm down a bit!! I have just heard from Fred although I think you both made it clearer, but at least now I know he has the deposit and its on for the 16th October. Should really go on the diet asap but going on holiday in a couple of weeks, so will start as soon as I get back!! Thanks everyone this website is really great Oliverdog!!

Hi Homecare If they come on the site and want to chat let me know, I am being banded in Belgium on 16th October, going on my own so it would be nice to know someone already! Have they had their pre op diets or any information yet, as I am still waiting and beginning to get a bit worried? I have read on here about people taking Milk Thistle, can someone tell me what it is and why they take it. Is it before or after banding or all the time? Thanks for your help.

Hi Bev 4971 Sorry havent replied sooner been away for work!! Yes it was a good deal. I heard from Fred straight away and sent off the deposit next morning. But have heard nothing since, despite emailing four times now!! Did anyone else have this problem. Also how soon do you get notification of the pre op diet, as I am beginning to worry. Thanks

Keep us posted, I had to delay mine due to work but only 10 days behind you... Let me know what you think!!

Thanks Fatduck it all helps build up a picture and help plan my diary around my work!!

Good Luck I am sure all will be well x

Good Luck for the 9th Noodle, 7 days ahead of me, I will read your posts to see how your getting on. Well done Cassie on nearly reaching your goalweight you must feel great and so produ of yourself!!

Hi Westie When does he do them in Newport, do you know where and how much? How soon after am I banded do I have the first fill? Thanks

Hi MMM Sorry read the other message first..... Unfotunately or fortunately I will be on my way to Sri Lanka for a holiday just after you arrive, which is a shame, but if you are about during October (after the 16th) let me know. Really excited and nervous about both......

Thanks Chapmar for your help I did as you suggested and emailed Fred but as its a Sunday I probably wont hear back until mid week, I have emailed him my arrival and departure times at the airport. So feel much better now. I have already spoken with my husband but dont really want him to come because although he is great he stresses me out!! I am use to travelling alone for work, so I will get him to meet me when I get back to the station and tell him he has got to pamper me!! lol.....

Hi Can anyone help me to attach my ticker?? I have made it but cant get it onto my profile?? Thanks

Hi Dizzy Debs Freds email address is: frederik.serneels@ecfs.be The package I have booked is: Standard Package: 4070 euro includes: - GASTRICBAND - 4 taxi trips between airport, hotel and hospital. - 3 nights in the hotel (***) near the hospital for 2 people. This means that you stay 1 night before and 1 night after the operation in the hotel. - Your companion can stay 3 nights in the hotel (because most people bring someone with them). - Your personal coach visit you the first evening in the hotel to explain the schedule, answer your questions and you receive his personal visitcard in order to reach him if you have problems or questions. - Consultation with Dr. in hospital during the morning before OR. - Your personal coach accompanying you to the OR and assisting Dr. De Bruyne during the operation. - 1 night in hospital after the operation+ X-ray day after operation. - Visit from your personal coach to give advice and diets to make a successful story and to give date’s and addresses for fill and unfill’s in your home country. Payment: 470 euro in advance Hope this helps?? Maybe we can meet up over there!! :wub:

Hi MMM I am being banded in Brussels on 16th October, I work in Cardiff and wondered where you got your fills from as I will need to find somewhere afterwards. We are about the same age, how have you found it!! How were your family, I havent let mine know.... yet.... Thought I was old enough to make up my own mind for once!!

Chapamar Thanks for your reply that has made me feel better already, how soon after you sent the deposit did he confirm the date? He has said that the date is ok and he will wait for the deposit but I worry anyway!! What sort of things will you be taking with you? Has anyone talked to you about a pre op diet yet? I am scared but excited, how about you!! I have just sent details off of the WLS to see if they will provide me with aftercare and fills in Cardiff!!:wub:

Hi All I have spoken to a few of you on here a couple of weeks ago and from your replies decided to go ahead and contacted Fred. He kindly sent me some dates in October and as I have work/holiday committments I have decided to go with his package of hotel, taxis and treatment, which I thought was a good price!. I have sent off my deposit and booked my fights, will be arriving in Zaventem by the airport about 4.00 pm on Thursday October 15th for a consultation and surgery on the 16th October. Does anyone know if 4.00pm the day before is ok as I couldnt get there any earlier? Also I am coming on my own, will that be ok? Is there anything I need to bring with me, and do they give advice on what to eat afterwards and for how long etc. as I am worried I dont know. Last but not least how long does it take for Fred to get back and confirm receipt of deposit so I know they have definately received it? Sorry for all the questions, I am worried and excited and wonder if any of you will be there on 15th/16th/17th/18th October? Thanks:thumbup:

Hi Thanks everyone for being so great, I have emailed Dr Chris as advised! Can someone tell me who Fred is and how to contact him for the package, should I be accepted? Your a great bunch thanks for replying so quickly x

Hi Everyone I have been reading through the posts and have made a decision that I would like to go to Belguim after my holiday at the end of September. I have been dieting on and off all my life but just seem to get a stone heavier after each diet!! A couple of years ago I lost 3st on the Lighterlife diet but as usual it all went back on, the same thing happened to my friend!! I have 3 1/2 stone to lose, could lose 4 but my husband would moan. I am only 5ft and my BMI is 34, I am 50 years old Female suffering from High Cholestorol, High Blood Pressure and now it looks like I am getting problems with my joints and pains etc. I have been trying to find someone with similar problems as I am not sure if Dr Chris would let me have a band at this level, I am taking the Oristat but it doesnt seem to be working...... Can someone give me some advice it would be very much appreciated, thanks