lapinmich1968

Hi! New to posting but have been visiting the site for a while. I went to the support group thread and didn't notice many others from NW Ohio/SE Mich area. I have been banded since Jan. 19, 2009. Does anyone know of any support groups in the Toledo, OH area? Also looking for a buddy in the area. Thanks~Stacy

It does sound like gallbladder issues. Does it happen shortly after you eat or wake you up at night? I also had my gallbladder removed this past June and I had pains which I thought were cardiac related. I would most certainly make an appt to get it checked out though.

Help! I seem to be stalleed with my weight loss. Along with increasing my cardio I think some new easy fix meal ideas would help. So...for those fellow bandsters who've consistenly lost weight...what are you eating on a daily basis?

Anyone else struggling to lose weight post lap band after also having gallbladder removed? I had my band surgery Jan. 19, 2009. I struggled with gallbladder issues from Jan. 2010 until I had it removed June 4, 2010. since then I have not been able to lose any weight at all and my abdomen is more bloated than it ever has been! I am so frustrated!

Hi! Banded Jan. 19th, 2009 at Flower Hosp in Sylvania. Dr. Duckett and DR. Oweis performed my surgery. Both the hospital and surgeons were excellent. I couldn't recommend them more! My issue is I have been stalled since Jan. 2010 due to complications with gallbladder and subsequent removal. As there is no support groups available right now with in this area I would love someone in the area to help get me back on track. Thanks~Stacy.

Hi Jenpen2...I too have not lost very much either. 37lbs and seem to fluctuate between losing and gaining the last 5lbs since Jan. 2010. I am actually at the same weight I struggle at with every diet/weight loss attempt prior to surgery. I seem to get to this weight and stall. I really struggled mid April thru mid Aug of this year due to being completely unfilled due to gallbladder surgery. I know that I have become really complacent about my band. i also know that my last fill in mid Aug did not get me to restriction. I am at 7.8ccs in a 10cc band. I definitely can eat more than I should, for example I can eat an entire grilled chicken McD's salad! I know I need to re-commit so I am going to begin by increasing my protein intake and walking 10,000 steps. These 2 things have helped in the past. What are some things you are struggling with? Have a great day!

Hi Jeremy! I just found your post regarding a support group for Dr. Duckett's patients. I was banded Jan. 19, 2009 by Drs. Duckett & Oweis at Flower Hospital. I have nothing but praise for both doctors. They are exceptional surgeons. I also had my gallbladder removed by them and would most certainly have them do any further surgeries if needed. My only issue is the lack of a supportt groupf for theirr lap band patients. Let me know if you have had any success in locating and or starting a support group.Thanks~Stacy