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Hi,

I'm Bridgette from Chesapeake, VA. I've been overweight all my life and really need to do something about my health! I suffer from PCOS, pre-diabetes, mild sleep apnea, and aches and pains that come from carrying around all of this extra weight.

I went to WLSC in Newport News the other night for the informational seminar and was really impressed. I'm looking forward to getting to know you all and learning from you! :(

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welcome Bridgette,

i Too Started My Journey By Attending A Very Informative Seminar. I Started To Make Appts. The Same Day. I Have Already Had A Series Of Tests Done, And Will Get To Meet My Surgeon Next Week. I Am So Excited And Can't Wait To Get A Date For Surgery. I've Researched The Lap Band Procedure For A Little Over 3 Months Now. Of Course When I Found This Site I Was Amazed By All Of The Information. All Of The Before And After Pictures Have Been Such An Inspiration To Me. Any Questions You May Have Can Most Definitely Be Answered Here. I Wish You The Best Of Luck On Your Journey. Keep Us Posted.

crissy

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Hi everyone,

I just got my surgery date for August 1st!! Has anyone had the procedure done in Mississauga, Ontario?

Thanks,

kat

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