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Hello,

I was wanted to know if there is any Long Island, NY banders out there. I had my band placed 9/22/10 doing good so far just having a hard time with the soft mushy foods. Also feel like I am not getting enough Protein :smile2:. I've also started bike riding which I must say hasn't been easy since I am so out of shape :frown: but I am pretty sure it will get better. When it starts to get too cold out I am going to start the gym. I look forward to hearing from any Long Islanders :crying: how are things going for you and if you have any suggestions to help me along would be greatly appreciated :tt2:

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Hi.. I'm from Valley Stream. I was banded by Dr. Geiss on Sept 2nd 2009. As of today, I've lost a total of 130 pounds.

I bought myself the Wii and the Wii balance board.. it makes it fun to work out.. :smile2:

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Hii. I'm from massapequa. Banded 3/08 by dr. Buchin.

I hear ya about feelin like ur not gettin enuff protein..still feel like that a few yrs later lol. Where ya from, who's ur dr, etc.. :smile2: talk to ya soon and welcome..this forum is amazing..be sure to use it..everyone on here is helpful and great

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From Queens, but my doc is on LI does that count? LOL (Dr. Shawn Garber/Dr. Spencer Holliver)

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From Oceanside NY. Still doing the preop testing. Maybe Jan

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Nice to hear from you all. I am from Long Beach but now I am in Uniondale. Just like all4gizmo my doctor is also Dr. Geiss. I am also thinking about getting the Wii since I don't like to work out :smile2: I am trying to find things that I like to which will help me with my weight loss.

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I have fun with the Wii. It's not like you're working out and if you get bored you can just buy a different game..

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I live in Howard Beach and my surgeon was Dr Vohra out of Hewlett. I actually just bought the Wii 2 weeks before surgery as well as the Wii Fit, Wii Fit Plus, Wii Sports Resort and the board.

The games will give you a light fun little workout. The Wii Board I wasnt able to use right away because it has a weight limit (I think 300 lbs). But it doesnt stop you from doing other exercises and games.

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Hi there:

I am in Ronkonkoma, NY and was banded on 3/29/10. I have a suggestion for a fantastic tasting Protein Shake, called Premier Protein. It is available @ costco and tastes fantastic! Stats of shake: 1g sugar, 3g fat, 160 calories and 30g of Protein. I hope you are feeling well.

Joan

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Nice to hear from you guys I have a friend that got the wii she lost a lot of weight I was surper to see her and how small she got. As for the Protein Shakes thanks Joan I'll have to check it out.

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Hi.. I'm from Valley Stream. I was banded by Dr. Geiss on Sept 2nd 2009. As of today, I've lost a total of 130 pounds.

I bought myself the Wii and the Wii balance board.. it makes it fun to work out.. :)

I hope you don't mind me being here, but I'm getting banded on 11/11. But the LI title caught my eye, so I thought I'd introduce myself. I live in Elmont.

Dr. Geiss is doing my surgery too. Were you pleased with him and the services in his office???

Edited by topazz

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I am from Farmingville and am meeting with Dr. Cooperstone next week for my pre-op appt. I heard he works with Dr. Geiss and am glad you are doing extremely well after the surgery. I am so nervous.

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There is a very inspirational lap bander on Youtube.

I think she's from NJ but her Dr was Dr. Geiss (I think) and she has done a phenomenal job. She is one of my inspirations in my journey. Her name is Skymoon1982 check her out if you haven't already.

Dee

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Northport here..I was banded in December 07. Lost and kept off 45 lbs. I was a lower bmi. Age 50...very hard to lose weight at this age .. Gratful to be a size 12 again and stopped the gaining. Having stomach pain now for weeks tho..have to have it checked out.

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Hi I'm from elmont and I have a consultation with Dr. Geiss.

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