Paigey 7 Posted September 23, 2010 I've noticed there are a lot of us from Georgia, specifically metro Atlanta. I was thinking it might be good if we all found each other in one thread and maybe make some LAP-BAND® buddies that we could actually reach out to. My name is Paige and I live in Stockbridge, GA. I'm a 41 year old single mother to a beautiful 23 year old daughter and two handsome sons(18 and 13 years old). I was skinny most of my life, then I hit 35 and it's been a landslide of fat since then. I've watched in horror as I've gone from size 6 to a size 20 in just six years. My surgeon is Dr. Gorjala and he operates out of Southern Regional Hospital. I chose him and his staff, not only because I have heard good things about him/them, but because they have a satellite facility about 15 minutes from where I work and I'll eventually be able to get my fills there on my lunch hour. My LAP-BAND® journey has already been a complete year, beginning with my first seminar last September. It's been a long and bumpy road, but I'm almost there now. I'm really excited and can't wait to finally have some accountability as far as my eating habits go. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Paigey 7 Posted September 23, 2010 *Bumping in case this thread got lost. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ladybug on a mission 0 Posted September 24, 2010 (edited) I too am in Stockbridge! I have 2 sons, age 10 and 12. I have been overweight for as long as I can remember, and it is time I took control of my life. I choose to use Dr. Titus Duncan at Atlanta Medical Center, and I can not say enough good things about him or his staff. I am scheduled to be banded on 10/8! And I am so excited! I look forward to meeting all of my fellow GA bandsters! Edited September 24, 2010 by ladybug on a mission hit send too quick! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Paigey 7 Posted September 24, 2010 I too am in Stockbridge! I have 2 sons, age 10 and 12. I have been overweight for as long as I can remember, and it is time I took control of my life. I choose to use Dr. Titus Duncan at Atlanta Medical Center, and I can not say enough good things about him or his staff. I am scheduled to be banded on 10/8! And I am so excited! I look forward to meeting all of my fellow GA bandsters! I remember you saying you were in Stockbridge too. Which schools do your boys attend? Mine go to Woodland Middle and Woodland High. Today is my oldest sons 18th birthday. Happy Birthday to Tyler! Oh and I am pretty sure I read yesterday that someone else is using your same doctor. I hope she'll show up here and post with us! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ladybug on a mission 0 Posted September 24, 2010 Happy Birthday Tyler!! My boys go to Eagles Landing Middle and Smith Barnes Elementary. The other nurse you speak of will be joining us, I am sure!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PitPat 0 Posted September 25, 2010 Thanks for the directions, Paigey! Sometimes I think someone should lead me around by the hand.LOL. I wish I was closer so that I could be involved with my fellow banders. It takes about an hour and forty-five minutes to get to Atlanta from here. That's why I won't be able to go to the nutrition classes that Emory has once a month. There is NO way I would travel around there at night!! It's bad enough in the daytime (ha! ha!). I am a small town girl. But thanks for the thought. I'm sure there will be many that woill love to be in a good group. I will be banded on 10/18. I am so ready. I appreciate any advice anyone can give me to make this journey easier. I really enjoy reading everyone's thoughts. Thank you again. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Paigey 7 Posted September 26, 2010 Thanks for the directions, Paigey! Sometimes I think someone should lead me around by the hand.LOL. I wish I was closer so that I could be involved with my fellow banders. It takes about an hour and forty-five minutes to get to Atlanta from here. That's why I won't be able to go to the nutrition classes that Emory has once a month. There is NO way I would travel around there at night!! It's bad enough in the daytime (ha! ha!). I am a small town girl. But thanks for the thought. I'm sure there will be many that woill love to be in a good group. I will be banded on 10/18. :biggrin: I am so ready. I appreciate any advice anyone can give me to make this journey easier. I really enjoy reading everyone's thoughts. Thank you again. My support group meetings are in Riverdale at Southern Regional, but that's probably as bad as going into Atlanta. In fact, my bf doesn't let me go alone just because of the area. Y'all, I've only got two more days! This weekend was pure torture too. We had a party for my son's birthday Friday night and I've had to look at left over cake and ice cream all weekend. I think I did well though. I fixed myself a slice of cake after we sang Happy Birthday, but ended up only eating about 3 small bites before pushing it away. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Paigey 7 Posted September 28, 2010 Tomorrow is the day! I have to be at the hospital at 2:00 PM. I really can't wait for this. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PitPat 0 Posted September 28, 2010 Tomorrow is the day!I have to be at the hospital at 2:00 PM. I really can't wait for this. You will do great! Just think....this time tomorrow you will be banded! WOW! We will have you in out thoughts and prayers. Let the rest of us hear from you when you feel up you it. :smile: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ladybug on a mission 0 Posted September 28, 2010 Paigey, I am so excited for you!!! I will be praying for you all day. Please post an update when you are feeling up to it! Hugs, Jane Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Paigey 7 Posted September 28, 2010 Y'all, I've got about 5 hours before I have to go to the hospital. Nothing to eat or drink today. I'm going to go crazy! I was already up at 7:00 AM and cleaning my carpets just to keep my mind off of everything. Thank you for the well wishes! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nurse from ga 0 Posted September 28, 2010 Hey fellow Ga girls!! I'll give you a bit of background on myself. My name is Aleasha & I'm originally from Stockbridge but now live in Barnesville--out in the country. I have always been teeny tiny all my life...UNTIL my mid 20's. I began having some major health issues...ulcerative colitis, crohns disease, PCOS.... I have lost the weight several times--but of course it finds its way back! I am a nurse & love my life, but I'm very unhappy with the size I am. I just don't feel like myself and I decided it's time to do something about it. A fellow nurse friend told me about Dr. Titus Duncan. I checked him out, went to the seminar and I was sold! I'm in the beginning of the 6mo required visits...I'm hopeful my band date will be in April. Paigey, you are in my thoughts and I'm sure all will go well with your surgery!! Good luck to everyone!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
emsbugbug 7 Posted September 28, 2010 Paigey, sending prayers and good wishes to you from the big city of Perry!!!! Good luck! :smile2: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
newstacy09 0 Posted September 29, 2010 Hey! I am Stacy, 32 year old from Buford, GA. I too use Dr. Titus Duncan. He and his staff have been wonderful! I am married and have a beautiful adopted Guatemalan 4 year old daughter! My journey has been a slow one so far, but I am hoping that my weight loss begins to speed up! :smile2: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Paigey 7 Posted October 2, 2010 Surgery went well. I didn't expect so much pain, but it's bearable. What's not bearable is the fact that while I was in surgery, my brother in law passed away. He was only 39 and in seemingly good health. He was my sisters everything and now our family is just so devastated. Rest in peace, Jason Cobb. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
