NikkiV1986 121 Posted February 6, 2013 I'm in LV and am seeing Dr Atkinson Friday for my initial consult!! I'm excited!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nate74 45 Posted February 7, 2013 I'm in LV and am seeing Dr Atkinson Friday for my initial consult!! I'm excited!!!! Good for you you will like him he's great. Him and Dr Soong are the best in my opinion. And the staff there are so nice and most have had surgeries so they are knowledgeable. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JanaLee 24 Posted February 7, 2013 I'm in Boulder City...dr. Atkinson did my surgery on 11/5... Love it! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NikkiV1986 121 Posted February 7, 2013 Those with Dr Atkinson: How soon after your consult did you get your surgery date? Jessie said ill meet with a surgery coordinator after my appt but I'm trying to work around the timeline of everything. Especially since I'm paying cash... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nate74 45 Posted February 7, 2013 Those with Dr Atkinson: How soon after your consult did you get your surgery date? Jessie said ill meet with a surgery coordinator after my appt but I'm trying to work around the timeline of everything. Especially since I'm paying cash... I had my consult in November 2012 they told me it takes about 3 to 4 weeks to get a date set but you an pick the day of your consult. Like i said i went 1st week Nov had my surgery Dec 3rd Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JanaLee 24 Posted February 7, 2013 Those with Dr Atkinson: How soon after your consult did you get your surgery date? Jessie said ill meet with a surgery coordinator after my appt but I'm trying to work around the timeline of everything. Especially since I'm paying cash... I think mine was about 2 weeks. I payed in cash as well, & it seemed like process was very quick. I started seriously pursuing the process in September & had surgery early November. BEST thing I've ever done! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
formerblonde 17 Posted February 7, 2013 Vegas here too. I had surgery 12/14/12 and went through the o band center. They also have monthly support groups. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
blackie220 92 Posted February 7, 2013 I going through oband too...2 more months...how was it kinda scared.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
formerblonde 17 Posted February 7, 2013 I had a great experience! I'm down 48 lbs! I got a lot of support and information through this forum. It is scary but you'll do great! Good luck! Two months will just fly by!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NikkiV1986 121 Posted February 7, 2013 I going through oband too...2 more months...how was it kinda scared.... 2 more months of nutrition counseling or 2 more months until surgery? I have my appt Friday and should get my date then! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
blackie220 92 Posted February 7, 2013 Thank you....for getting back...everyday i think im getting closer..and scared.but thank god for this forum....i see way more positive and neg....keep up THE GREAT WORK..CANT WAIT...TO BE ON THE OTHER SIDE..SHOWING MY BEFORE AFTER PICS Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NikkiV1986 121 Posted February 7, 2013 I think mine was about 2 weeks. I payed in cash as well' date=' & it seemed like process was very quick. I started seriously pursuing the process in September & had surgery early November. BEST thing I've ever done![/quote'] Thanks! Jessie said 2 weeks after my appt but that scares me lol!! I'm not afraid to have the procedure done or anything... It just seems to be moving so fast! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nate74 45 Posted February 8, 2013 Thanks! Jessie said 2 weeks after my appt but that scares me lol!! I'm not afraid to have the procedure done or anything... It just seems to be moving so fast! It can seem overwhelming at the end but just concentrate on the new you on the other side and it won't seem so bad. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NikkiV1986 121 Posted February 8, 2013 It can seem overwhelming at the end but just concentrate on the new you on the other side and it won't seem so bad. Thanks! My appt is at 230 tomorrow and I hope to schedule the first week of March! I will let y'all know!! I am getting excited!! I have noticed a lot more "body issues" now that I know I'm doing something to make myself better. Anyone else notice a spike in lack of self confidence/esteem prior to surgery? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NikkiV1986 121 Posted February 9, 2013 The surgery coordinator was out of the office today!! That means I have to wait all weekend to get my date!! Dang it! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites