txsonicguy 262 Posted July 5, 2013 I had my surgery through TR on June 11. I have my first fill scheduled this Thursday. For those of you that have used TR will someone at this meeting talk to me about nutrition, meals, etc? At this point I haven't met with anyone except the nurse who did my pre op assessment. I went in late Friday afternoon for a consultation, that rolled into the pre op assessment. Ten days later I had my scope and then 14 days later surgery. I met my surgeon on his way into the operating room. In fact after he talked to me I remember panicking because I realized just then that my band wasn't going to have Fluid in it and I had this "vision" of starving to death for the next 4 weeks! Don't get me wrong, the people I've talked to at TR have been nice, I just read on here about people meeting with nutritionists and their surgeons and nurses and I'm thinking how nice that would be. I'm hoping to see some of that Thursday. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
drehn88 251 Posted July 5, 2013 Where are you having your fills? I go to TR in Richardson. At my first few appts. they gave me a book and a few pamphlets about nutrition. At my first fill they gave me a little more nutrition information. This information may be what you need. I've done so much research and read other books so I felt like the information they gave me was redundant. Let me know if you have any questions. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
txsonicguy 262 Posted July 5, 2013 Richardson as well. I really didn't do any research (shame on me). I went in just for a consultation and came out with surgery scheduled. My wife compared it to going to the fair and coming back having purchased a hot tub. I don't have "buyers remorse" at all, just feel a little in the dark when compared to what I read other people's experiences are. 1 NJDad reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
beanie80 146 Posted July 5, 2013 I would call them and ask. I didn't go to true results, but I've had 3 nutrition appointments, and email my nutritionist whenever I have a question. You need more support than what you have gotten so far. It isn't just about having the band placed, it is about a total lifestyle change. From what I've heard on here true results sounds like a lap band factory where you don't get any support or follow up. Please correct me if I'm wrong about them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cindya 54 Posted July 5, 2013 I love them !!!!! they call and check in me once a week. and I use the one in San Antonio. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
txsonicguy 262 Posted July 5, 2013 I love them !!!!! they call and check in me once a week. and I use the one in San Antonio. That's nice to know. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
♕ajtexas♕ 3,771 Posted July 5, 2013 I had my surgery through TR on June 11. I have my first fill scheduled this Thursday. For those of you that have used TR will someone at this meeting talk to me about nutrition, meals, etc? At this point I haven't met with anyone except the nurse who did my pre op assessment. I went in late Friday afternoon for a consultation, that rolled into the pre op assessment. Ten days later I had my scope and then 14 days later surgery. I met my surgeon on his way into the operating room. In fact after he talked to me I remember panicking because I realized just then that my band wasn't going to have Fluid in it and I had this "vision" of starving to death for the next 4 weeks! Don't get me wrong, the people I've talked to at TR have been nice, I just read on here about people meeting with nutritionists and their surgeons and nurses and I'm thinking how nice that would be. I'm hoping to see some of that Thursday. You are in good hands with True Results. I go to TR in Austin. They have a nutritionist on staff if you have questions, call them & make a appointment with the nutritionist. You can meet with him/her anytime (separate from your fill appointment). Also, the nurse practitioners (who will be doing your fill) are very knowledgeable about nutrition and can answer most of your questions. The other thing I recommend is attending the monthly support meetings, you will get a lot of great suggestions and advise from the other patients. Good luck to you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
txsonicguy 262 Posted July 5, 2013 Thanks for the vote of support for TR. I will be attending my first group on Wednesday next week and then ave fill on Thursday. Hope to really get some information. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
drehn88 251 Posted July 5, 2013 Thanks for the vote of support for TR. I will be attending my first group on Wednesday next week and then ave fill on Thursday. Hope to really get some information. I may go to the support meeting too! Maybe I will see you there. Your comment about the state fair cracked me up! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
