Got Rumors?

leatha_g · December 1, 2004

It's really too bad that this thread has become hostile. LBT is here for support of the band and the bandsters who choose it. We have a reputation for being one of the most helpful, most down to earth, honest and supportive boards. I resent that someone should come here with some plot to raise an unethical man to level higher than he deserves and then insult those who tell their truths in order to help newcomers make a wise decision regarding their healthcare, their lives!, not to mention hard earned money which this guy seems so happy to take despite his follow-up or aftercare of patients who have trusted him.

Margret, please just go away and exalt this man somewhere else, so that we can get on with the reason we come here. I sincerely hope that you never have to eat your own words about how great he is. You are still very early out...

La_madam · December 1, 2004

Margaret can I ask you onle last question before you go??

Why is it that the only time you post here is in Lopez's defense? You never reply to threads about other members here, It's always about you and Lopez. That does not make a very kind caring person. This is a board for emotional and physical support to all members. Not just yourself and not to defend Lopez. We all think are own surgeons are great but the facts and patients are out there on Lopez Margaret. Wake Up!!

Penni60 · December 1, 2004

Lisa,
This is what I'm talking about.

Penni wrote, What if a bunch of us filed a class action lawsuit against Inamed

in an earlier posting.

Margret

Um you see Margret you took one sentence out of context. I was speaking rhetorically of course and wanted to see what Don Mills would say. SHESH!!!

DeLarla · December 1, 2004

Margret, Penni's statement about filing a class-action lawsuit was a "rhetorical statement." Please look up "rhetorical" and re-read this entire post. Now, why won't you answer my question that I've asked about 20 times now? Buehler... ANYBODY? WHY WON'T SHE TELL ME WHO THESE PEOPLE ARE?

Vickums · December 1, 2004

Penni, I just saw your comment agreeing with Leatha. I'll definitely try to contact that lady and see if I can be of help at all. She didn't seem terribly knowledgeable about medical stuff, so maybe someone who can "talk the lingo" can help. I'm a little concerned that they haven't ordered a scope for her already, but maybe she misunderstood the doctor. I'll definitely get in touch and see if I can help.

In the meantime, I return y'all to your regularly scheduled thread wherein we're all wondering what on earth Margret's talking about.

MeganA · December 1, 2004

I was looking for this thread earlier today and got really mad when it wasn't here. I find this all very interesting...and I'm sure a bit frightening to any newbie out there.

If you are new to the band, the process, the pros, the cons, the good, the bad, and the ugly...PLEASE KNOW THAT WHAT IS BEING DISCUSSED HERE IS NOT THE BAND ITSELF BUT A PARTICULAR SURGEON!!! We are asking the manufacturer of the band to be accountable for allowing a surgeon who has a sketchy record to continue placing bands- but not the band itself or other surgeons.

So, keep this thread in perspective, new people.

To Margretr-

I've met every one of the people you are harrassing on this board in person- and you have no idea who you are dealing with. These are strong women who, despite all of the troubles and stress and sadness they have faced with the band ,are the biggest supporters of it and the people who want it/have it. It breaks my heart to think that they can't have it as "easy" as the rest of us...that a doctor has the power to give them a gift and then take it away. Please be compassionate and understand that their anger is extremely justified, and that they are leaders- either formally or informally- of this forum. I for one could not have gotten through some real rough Patches without their support. Leave them alone.

Now that I think about it- I think it's been a good thing that Margretr brought up the topic...I think that a bunch of women pissed off can do great things. I'd like to sign up to contact whomever I should at INAMED, the government, Dr. Lopez. I want to do my part to support you all.

Megan

Penni60 · December 1, 2004

TOo funny Vickie

margretr · December 1, 2004

Just a thought,

Not to get off the subject, you guys might actually be fun to out drinking with. Michelle, stop trying to talk like a sister it's so not the O.C.

Margret

Penni60 · December 1, 2004

OK someone tell Margret that she has gone off the deep end. And she STILL hasn't answered Lisa's many questions.

leatha_g · December 1, 2004

Margret, Penni's statement about filing a class-action lawsuit was a "rhetorical statement." Please look up "rhetorical" and re-read this entire post. Now, why won't you answer my question that I've asked about 20 times now? Buehler... ANYBODY? WHY WON'T SHE TELL ME WHO THESE PEOPLE ARE?

They call it 'bluffing' in poker, Lisa. They call it 'threats' in law. This woman has clearly let her typing overload her derriere and she doesn't know enough to just disappear.

DeLarla · December 1, 2004

I hate being like this, but I'm PMSy and I have a wound that's been oozing for over six months. Call me irritable. Leatha is right - LBT is home, warm, caring, safe. Sorry girls, I let the Marg Monster get the better of me. It's hard to sit, stay and heal when someone threatens you. But seriously, folks, why won't she tell me who these people are that she plans on using against me. What's she cooking up? I'm kinda scared that the girl's gonna have me whacked or somethin'.

Ha ha Penni, "brilliant minds" and all... we typed the same thing same time - again!

Iluvharleys · December 1, 2004

She can't tell you who, because they don't exist!

Now she wants to go drinking with you!

How old is she anyway????

margretr · December 1, 2004

Now, why won't you answer my question that I've asked about 20 times now?[/b] Buehler... ANYBODY? WHY WON'T SHE TELL ME WHO THESE PEOPLE ARE?

Lisa,

I just saw Ferris Buehler's Day Off the other day!! Thats one of my all time favorite teen flicks. That and Pretty in Pink. Oh to be young and slim again...

Love Margret I'm not mad anymore, I'm through venting

Penni60 · December 1, 2004

I just sent her a PM asking her if she really wants to go drinking or meet I am game. I would be happy to meet her and discuss Lopez stories. I am all for offering the olive leaf of friendship here.