lap Band in Springfield Mo

[UN5-3051 0]

T minus 9 hours and 46 minutes but who's counting, right?!

I am!

Tomorrow is my surgery. Arrive at 0730.............procedures later in the morning.:clap2:

Ready, set, go..........!

[maziemommy 8]

looking forward to your update.... either thread.. this or... got banded in springfield mo

[UN5-3051 0]

Hi Mazie,

Thanks for asking.

I'm 13 days post op now. The incisions are healing well,

I had my gall bladder out also, so I have 7.

Glad that the liquid stage is over and I can eat some. My first fill is Oct 11th.

My tummy is sore tonite, not sure why.

Tabitha said she got to meet you......how are you liking the treadmill?!

I wish I had room for one but we have downsized our lives and can't spare a square, as Elaine would say!

[maziemommy 8]

Treadmill is great -thanks for asking...... I'm looking for more updates on the ........got banded in Springfield MO??? thread.

[PCGIRL 0]

I would love to know how your experience has been. I really want to get on with it her am looking into Dr. Edwards for my surgery in Springfield. I am going to have to call in the morning to see if I can get in without the meeting, as I missed it tonight. I was so disappointed that I could not get there, and my husband could not find the correct room, so we both could not hook up after waiting a month.

Thanks all missourians for posting. I have been wondering where the MOs were! Glad to be here!

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Hey PC.....

Nice to meet you. Dr. Edwards public forum is very informational and you will be glad you went. It does last quite a long time depending on how many people are there asking questions. Bring some Water or beverage since they don't offer anything. I've been to 2 of them (different docs) and was so hungry during both......so make sure your tummy is not completely empty like mine was!

I was banded on August 31st by Dr. Edwards. There are several of his patients that visit this board so feel free to ask questions, 'k?! Will do my best to help..........

barb

[maziemommy 8]

PCgirl- there are several of doc Edwards patients on the thread .... Got banded in Springfield MO? .... If you have any questions for me just send a private message to me-maziemommy! I am 6 months out from surgery stated at 367# and now 295#...lost >70# so far!!! I love Dr.Edwards!!as a surgeon that is! Good luck and great health!

[PCGIRL 0]

PCgirl- there are several of doc Edwards patients on the thread .... Got banded in Springfield MO? .... If you have any questions for me just send a private message to me-maziemommy! I am 6 months out from surgery stated at 367# and now 295#...lost >70# so far!!! I love Dr.Edwards!!as a surgeon that is! Good luck and great health!

<br /> I have gone elsewhere as things did not work out with Springfield doc. Just too many hoops for me with St. John's system. <br /> I have decided to go to Overland Park, up north, and have spoken with the surgeon and staff -- what a difference in all of my contacts. Not to put Springfield down -- I love it, but my experience has been much better and more responsive with the private center. <br /> Thanks for your encouragement -- I plan to be back to connect with Missouri folks in my area. I know I will need the support.

[maziemommy 8]

PCGIRL... I think Dr.Edwards is terrific. May I ask what exactly made you choose to go elsewhere? I have always been interested in the good, and not so good about people involved with my health care. Are there issues at his office that may cause me to think differently about recieving care from them as a team or individuals?

Is you "new" doc going to provide your aftercare?

Good luck, and I am looking forward to getting new information. Keep us posted on your journey!!!

[PCGIRL 0]

Hi, Maziemommy. Love your name. I have a date of October 23! I'm very excited. I am reading over all of the info I got from the doc and the center and am looking forward to getting ready for the procedure. He wants me to lose a few pounds before surgery so that my liver is not so loaded with fat around it. I have begun a plan and have started journaling for myself -- my thoughts and plan of action. So I am off! Very Cool.

The plan does include one year follow-up in Springfield. And I can travel to KS if needed.

I will continue to check on this forum as it is nice to find Springfielders readily available.

Thanks for you support now and forever! This is a really positive thing for me!

[legster 2]

PCGIRL, congrats on getting a date for banding! I remember well how excited I was that it was really going to happen. I've never looked back for even one second! Keep us posted on how you're doing.

[shaynethan 0]

Hello I am in springfield. Insurance would not cover the surgery so I went to Tijuana Mexico. I had the surgery on Sept 28th and have lost 18 lbs. Dr Kuri and his team was great. I know your thinking mexico no way but hospital was extremely nice private room. I would do it again in a heart beat. Looking forward to chatting and losing weight with you all.

Anita

[legster 2]

Welcome Anita! There are many posters on this forum with great experiences being banded in Mexico. Your Dr. is named often as a good one, too. Will you be getting aftercare/fills with Dr. Edwards?

[shaynethan 0]

hello, No Dr Edwards is to busy with is own patients. I did get a hold of an office in Kansas City. They actually come to Springfield on Thursday and Fridays. I will be using them to fill. I call a couple of other places and they had a waiting list up to january. diffently don't want to wait that long.

Well chat more later

Anita

[Layla 0]

I talked to my regular doctor today about the surgery. He suggested Dr. Edwards. I haven't called the office yet. I want to do more research from people who have had it done and their experiences. I am glad to find this website and read the successes.

I have a couple questions. I am 60+ lbs overweight. Is there a percentage you have to be overweight?

It will be self pay if I do the surgery, how much is it?