LisaG 0 Posted July 24, 2004 I just found out about this site and heard many positive things about it. I was banded on 6/10/04 and did not know any other bandsters. Because I didn't know anyone, I would call the doctor's office with all my concerns. My husband told me that if they got tired of me calling, they would take my band out! He was just kidding, but I'm glad I have others who I can talk to about some of my concerns. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
New Hope 37 Posted July 24, 2004 Welcome, Lisa! We've all had those million ?? Ask away, one of us has probably "done that, been there". Best of luck to you! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vera 7 Posted July 24, 2004 Welcome to LapBandTalk and Congratulations:D Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hagerteresa 3 Posted July 24, 2004 Nice to meet you Lisa, come back often. We are quite a friendly talkative group, Teresa:) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alexandra 55 Posted July 24, 2004 Hi LisaG, welcome!! Someone should start a Dr. Speigel thread in the Doctors and Hospitals area, since I think there are several of you here now. You're clearly not the only banded patient he has, so you shouldn't be getting any guff when you call his office. Unite, and they'll treat you better! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
blossom 2 Posted July 25, 2004 Lisa, bless your heart! I just can't imagine going through the surgery and all without having anyone with the same experience to help you with all your questions and concerns. I'm glad you found this site and I am glad I found it too! I haven't even been banded yet, but I am learning so much from this forum! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kellymoos 4 Posted July 25, 2004 There is a thread in the Doctors and Hospital section for Dr Spiegel. We recently had a meeting and I have told everyone about this site!! I just love it! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LisaG 0 Posted July 26, 2004 It seems that when I do happen to meet those banded, they seem to know others. It just amazes me how many people have gotten this surgery! I've been looking around the site and think it is a good resource... one that I wish I had sooner! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LisaG 0 Posted July 26, 2004 That may one of the problems, there are too many of us! I think his nurse said he has 800 and there are more on the way! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nightingale2u 42 Posted July 26, 2004 Better Late Than Never! Glad you found us... tis a great group and I can't imagine what it would have been like to be banded without everyone here! Welcome! Darcy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
