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Band Removal...And now it's VG time!



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Tomorrow I leave for San Francisco to get my band removed and revised to a VG (Vertical Gastrectomy). I will let you all know how it goes in a week or so when I get back.

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Anthony,

Wow! That will be exciting/interesting. My surgeon tried to talk me into the VG so I will be curious to your followup.

Best wishes,

Kelli

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Best to you, Anthony. You have had it tough, and your band journey has been frustrating. I hope your back pain ends and your surgery is smooth as silk! Be well, can't wait to hear from you when you get back!!!!

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Hi Anthony

The best to you!

I was banded 8/14/03 and live about 40 miles from SF.

If I had to have my band removed I would get the VG also.

Keep us updated!!

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Please come back and post and let us know how you are doing!!! And I hope you will stay on the board and post as to how you progess! Good luck and heal quickly!!!!

My thoughts exactly!

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Fingers crossed for a completely smooth surgery and recovery, Anthony. And I hope your back pain disappears permanently!!

Please don't forget to come back and let us know how you're doing. Good luck!!

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Anthony... hope all goes well and looking forward to hearing how this works out for you! Have a safe trip and journey back home!

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