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I recently moved to St. Louis and would like to find a local lap-band support group. Can anyone point me in the right direction? I am living in Maryland Heights. I was banded June 28, 2007. I may need a fill but need to find a local doc.

Any suggestions?

Thanks!

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Hello - I'm planning my surgery with Dr. Wagner at Heart of America Bariactrics - it's in south county. They may be able to assist you.

But your closest bet might be either DePaul hospital in Bridgeton (Dr. Del a Tore) or at De Pere Hospital, both are just off I-270. They would be closest to your location in Maryland Heights. Hope this helps

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I recently moved to St. Louis and would like to find a local lap-band support group. Can anyone point me in the right direction? I am living in Maryland Heights. I was banded June 28, 2007. I may need a fill but need to find a local doc.

Any suggestions?

Thanks!

Angela,

My name is Heidi and I am a nurse pracitioner for Weight Loss Surgical Center in St. Peters, MO. Our office performs needle guided fills and we manage many patient from the greater St. Louis area who are banded. We also offer a support group that meets once per month. We'd love for you to join us. Please feel free to give us a call at 636-336-0326. Have a great day!

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Hi, I am a patient of Dr. Minkin at Des Peres Hospital. I know they have support groups that meet twice a month. Take care, Heidi

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