Where's all the Alabama bandsters?

[AmyB 0]

I was so disapointed to see that there was only one post under the Alabama board!! I'm from alabama and will be having my lap band surgery in Birmingham by Dr. Schmitt. I would love to hear from any other Alabamaians!!! Let's represent guys! haha.

[Scorpio 0]

I am from Alabama and I have sent you one email but I really don't know how this chat thing work. Dr.Clemments is doing my lapband.

write me back because I have lot of questions to ask

prinmalik: Charlotte.

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[Allie C 0]

Hey everyone--

I am from Alabama. I got my band August 11 by Dr. DeWitt!!! How are yall doing so far??:biggrin1:

[thefunnyfatgirl 0]

Hi there,

I'm from Bama too, and in the pre-op phase. Aiming for Jan. or Feb. I am having my surgery done by Dr. Touliatos of advanced surgeons pc. I am from Talladega county. How about yall?

[bhamguy31 0]

Hey...from Birmingham here...considering the Lap-Band....would love to talk to someone that's considering it or has already been through it

[TamifromAL 1]

Hi Bama folks...I'm from Birmingham, and had lap-band surgery by Dr. Miles on 9/5/06. Everything so far has gone just great. It was outpatient surgery, very little pain, quick recovery, and I've already lost 25 lbs. bhamguy31, feel free to contact me if you'd like some more info!

Tami

Miles, 9/5/06

[Scorpio 0]

Hi Bama folks...I'm from Birmingham, and had lap-band surgery by Dr. Miles on 9/5/06. Everything so far has gone just great. It was outpatient surgery, very little pain, quick recovery, and I've already lost 25 lbs. bhamguy31, feel free to contact me if you'd like some more info!

Tami

Miles, 9/5/06

I am having my surgery on Dec. 11th in Birmingham with Dr. Clements. What did you eat for the two weeks and how did you have to eat it did you have to sip on boullion or broth. I would like details!

Are you hungry with the surgery?

Please help me understand because I am excited and scared.:omg:

[Scorpio 0]

I am having my surgery on Dec. 11th in Birmingham with Dr. Clements. What did you eat for the two weeks and how did you have to eat it did you have to sip on boullion or broth. I would like details!

Are you hungry with the surgery?

Please help me understand because I am excited and scared.:omg:

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[Scorpio 0]

I am having my surgery on Dec. 11th in Birmingham with Dr. Clements. What did you eat for the two weeks and how did you have to eat it did you have to sip on boullion or broth. I would like details!

Are you hungry with the surgery?

Please help me understand because I am excited and scared.:omg:

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[TamifromAL 1]

I am having my surgery on Dec. 11th in Birmingham with Dr. Clements. What did you eat for the two weeks and how did you have to eat it did you have to sip on boullion or broth. I would like details!

Are you hungry with the surgery?

Please help me understand because I am excited and scared.:omg:

I'm not sure what Dr. Clement's requirements are (all docs are different), but Dr. Miles required only one day of Clear liquids prior to surgery, then a week of clears after surgery, then a week of full liquids (purees), then two weeks of soft foods, then on to regular foods. The 8 days of clears are tough! The worst day for me was the day before surgery, because you're already anxious, then you're literally starving, too! My advice...stay busy!

The day before my surgery, I made some homemade beef and chicken stock (much better than purchased!) I froze it away in 1 c. portions to micro after surgery. Besides that, I had sugar free popsicles, sugar-free Jello, apple juice, tea and black coffee. One day mid-week, I wanted something a little different, and my hubby suggested won ton Soup. When he told the guy at the Chinese restaurant that I had just had surgery and really only needed the broth, he gave us two quarts, strained, for the price of one.

I wasn't really hungery for 2-3 days after surgery, I guess because I was sore and a little doped up!

It's much easier once you're on full liquids. I bought several different low-fat Soups and whirred them in my mini Cuisinart (you can also use a blender). I love Progresso's light clam chowder! The nurse told me that during the liquid phase, eat whenever you're hungry. Don't try to stick to just 3 meals a day, because you're just not going to get in enough calories.

Congratulations on your upcoming surgery! I know it's a little scary, but it's really not that bad. This has been a wonderful experience for me, and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to anyone.

Let me know if you have any other questions!

Tami

[cgraham35950 0]

I am from Alabama. I had my band placed on August 22nd. I have lost 43lbs. but have recently hit a plateau. I am frustrated about that but I am happy to be headed in the right direction.

[TamifromAL 1]

I am from Alabama. I had my band placed on August 22nd. I have lost 43lbs. but have recently hit a plateau. I am frustrated about that but I am happy to be headed in the right direction.

Wow, you've got a great start! How many fills have you had?

Tami

[pelhamlisa 0]

Hello all you Alabama people! I will be having my surgery on November 13! Just a little over a week now. I am going thorugh the whole range of emotions, excited, scared, nervous, am I doing the right thing! I believe I have made an educated decision so I know in the long run I am doing the right thing.

My doctor is Dr. Miles @ Medical Center East. I have heard such wonderful things about him and the hospital! He is a very forthright person! He tells you like it is!

I am not looking forward to the liquid diet but I am sure I can make it through!

I will keep everyone posted!

[TamifromAL 1]

Hi Lisa! Welcome to LBT. I know you're excited about next week (and a little nervous!) The liquid diet is tough, but after the first week, you get a lot more filling options. I admire you for having the guts to do this right before the holidays! I don't know about you, but I tend to gain 3-5 lbs. from T-giving to Christmas, and this year we'll be losing instead.

Best wishes!

Tami

[lsjt 0]

HELLO,

I AM FROM BAMA, I WAS BANDED BY DR CLEMENTS ON 10/O5, HAVE LOST 55#, STILL LOOSING, JUST A LITTLE SLOW BECAUSE I AM SCARED TO HAVE ANOTHER FILL AS LONG AS THIS IS WORKING, I HAVE 2.5 CC IN A 4CC BAND. NICE TO KNOW OTHER PEOPLE FROM AL

WORD TO WISE, DONT GIVE UP, KEEP A POSITIVE ATTITUDE AND TRUST IN THE LORD HE WILL PROVIDE:clap2: