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Can we get some life in this place? I know you guys are out there, I see you in the other forums. Let's get some local love!

Ok, so I'm technically in MO, but no one outside of our two states known the difference anyway.

Please post and let us know you're there! I'd love to find someone else who has used my doc or center... SMMC.

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I am here in Ks. I am in the begining stages getting scheduled for Lapband surgery. I have chosen Dr Hoehn at SMMC. Today I went on my 3rd visit to the psychologist and have some concerns I will discuss with him next week. Read some scary stuff tonite on the kcbariatric website, there is a link to read reviews of the hospital and the Dr. All good stuff on Dr Hoehn, which was great. BUT, the night nurses at SMMC sound like the nurses from HELL. Some of the posts were 2-3 yrs old so I hope the staff have read these and cleaned house! I am excited about having surgery and am learning some things. Specifically that I dont think I get enough Protein in my diet. Which might be why I am SO hungry at night. Hummm Looking forward to hearing from other Kansas Sunflowers!

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Hehe, I love getting up in the morning and turing the puter on - because of the time differences you've all been busy while I've been sleeping. I always have at least 4 pages of New Posts to go through guaranteed, takes me 2 cups of coffee, while the kids are still asleep.

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Jacqui, it gets even better when the kids are grown. I can walk in and get a cup in a sleeping attire and then sit at the puter and just enjoy the mornings.

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Hello KC, I do think we all should be banding together for infor and support so KC keep up the writings. I myself am on the WLS journey. I do not have insurance that covers it so i have decided to self pay. So mexico here i come. It freaked me out at first cuz its mexico but after research, prayer and guts i have decided to take the plunge in TJ, MX. Dr. Cov. Hidalgo with Bajanor Hosptial. I will be scheduling my surgery in May and I am excited.

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Hi KC! I was banded 10 months ago by Dr. Hoehn at SMMC. He is a great. I am so happy. As of today, down 94 lbs. Hey, if you are considering surgery, the support group meets this Thursday night at 6pm at SMMC. It is a great way to get all your questions answered.

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Can we get some life in this place? I know you guys are out there, I see you in the other forums. Let's get some local love!

Ok, so I'm technically in MO, but no one outside of our two states known the difference anyway.

Please post and let us know you're there! I'd love to find someone else who has used my doc or center... SMMC.

Who is your doctor? Are you in Kansas City?

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I am on the Ks side. Dr. Malley is my dr. He is in Shawnee - just moved to a new office. I was banded on 2/2/06 and am waiting for my 1st fill. Right now I can eat anything and am not losing. Hopefully he will do enough of a fill in a VG band that I will get a restriction. People around me say just to wait and it will work. I hope so.

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Who is your doctor? Are you in Kansas City?

Sorry, I missed the note that there were replies here!

I am getting banded by Dr. Hoehn at SMMC. I am in NE Kansas City, about 35 - 40 mins from SMMC if I miss the traffic on 35. I got all my PATs done last week... my last appointment with Dr. Sabapathy... and my surgery is Wednesday.

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I'm getting banded by Dr. Hoehn on March 1st too. I just got all my x-rays & visits done today, so it's all a waiting game from here until Wednesday morning.

At this point, I'm just ready for it to be over with and get on with the beginning of the rest of my life!

Jennifer

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Wow Jennifer, small world! What time is your surgery?

I did my PATs last week. I went to the info night back in November. I, too, and growing a little impatient. :eek: After my last trek there tomorrow morning, I guess it will all be downhill.

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Hi KC! I was banded 10 months ago by Dr. Hoehn at SMMC. He is a great. I am so happy. As of today, down 94 lbs. Hey, if you are considering surgery, the support group meets this Thursday night at 6pm at SMMC. It is a great way to get all your questions answered.

I was banded by Dr Hoehn on 4/23/08. I have had three fills -- but am not sure I understand what the "sweet spot" is supposed to feel like. Somedays I almost feel bulemic (sliming and vomiting).......the next day I can eat almost anything and lots of it!! I have lost 28 lbs -- which is about 1/3 of my needed total wt loss. I have a terrible time trying to control my fast eating and not enuff chewing -- plus I am a non stop drinker of Water and tea -- so never remember to stop drinking prior to, during and after the meal. I constantly worry about my band slipping -- or stretching my pouch. I get a little paranoid about any slight pains.....

I am due for another fill in about 2 wks. I see by your surgery date that your are an "ole pro" -- so would appreciate your input..........

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Hey all. I'm Jessica from Lenexa, KS. I got banded on Monday, the 28th by Dr. Jesse Lopez. This week I've just been healing and drinking lots of liquids. Today I got to start my full liquids, never been so happy to eat yogurt!

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