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wangie    0

wangie
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I have been checking out the website for a couple of months. I had a surgical consult with Dr. Spivak in Oct. 2006. I wanted to have RNY done. My insurance has an exclucsion clause, so I have decided to self-pay and have lapband instead.

Does anyone know if Dr. Spivak uses the new AP band? I really enjoyed his seminar and he seems to be very interested in helping you obtain your goals.

Angie

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TerriDoodle    6

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I was banded by Dr. Spivak in April and, at that time, I don't think the new AP band was out. Mine is an inamed.

Dr. Spivak and his staff are all wonderful. You've made a good choice.

Good luck!

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OregonHolly    0

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I heard the new AP band wasn't FDA approved in the USA. Is that right, anyone know? Anyway, good luck and keep us posted!

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wangie    0

wangie
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Thanks for answering my post. I had my consult yesterday and I really have a lot of confidence in Dr. Spivak. His nurse said they use the AP band now.

We discussed what results I would like to see from the band. Unfortunately, I want shed 175 lbs. He thought I could be very successful in dropping 100 lbs with the band. So now I have to decide between the band and bypass.

Angie

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valzie    0

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I wonder if most Dr. are using the new one now. I am being banded Aug. 13th but not sure what band he will be using.

Val

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Hi! I am new to the site. I have my consult the 17th of August. I still haven't decided between lap and gastric. My insurance will pay for either. How do you guys decide?:huytsao

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TerriDoodle    6

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Hi! I am new to the site. I have my consult the 17th of August. I still haven't decided between lap and gastric. My insurance will pay for either. How do you guys decide?:huytsao
For me it would be a no-brainer, even if I were 200# overweight... I just don't like the idea of an irreversible procedure, causing malabsorption (malnutrition), with a high rate of serious complications. No thank you.

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