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Im still trying to figure out whats best for me im 33 and 305 lbs i have medical issues and want to get healthy for my kids

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What part of Florida? I am in the SW

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That is not too far....I know there is a large bariatric community in Tampa.

Find a good surgeon and listen to all of your optons...

I wish I would have done this at a much earlier age. Take control now if you can.

I will help in anyway I can.

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I am unsure about insurance. I was self pay :(

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Hi there! I'm in SW FL too! Ft Myers. Wanna be a buddy? :)

I would like to have someone to talk with!

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I'm in FL too but East Coast, however I go to Dr Rehnke once a month in St Petersburg and I go to Cleareater often as well! Keep in touch.

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I need some support my pcp is not listning to me

I hear you. My doctor feels I'm not losing fast enough. I have lost 55 lbs since Dec. my pre-op diet was on Dec 14th and my surgery date was 12/28/12. I am thrilled with the loss but I don't think my PCP has any concept of how the Lapband works. He feels I should have lost 90 lbs by now. I feel slow and steady wins the race.

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My dr says i can do it on my own and dont need this i have been trying to lose weight for 11 years now its getting to where simple things are hard walking even putting on cloths... i need help

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