Anyone have Dr Christopher Joyce?

[carol422 0]

I've got an appointment on 9-28-07 with Dr. Joyce. I was wondering if anyone here has him as their surgeon? What did you think of him and his staff?

[2fireftrsMom 0]

Hi Carol! I have Dr Christopher Joyce, and absolutely love him!

Banded on 9-11-07. Laura and Cherrish are his nurses,and they are great. Dont be nervous, you are in great hands! Are you just starting to check out the procedure?

Kate

[carol422 0]

Hi Kate,

I've attended the seminar and have my 1st appointment 9-28-07. I want to get this whole process started and can't wait for the 6 month medical supervision to be over. Haven't actually started it yet. I'm nervous but excited at the same time. Continued success on your loss. I will keep in touch with you on your progress. Did you have to have the 6 month supervision? Does the Dr also require a pre-op diet? Any info I get in advance is appreciated. Thanks!

[2fireftrsMom 0]

Hi Carol! I'm from Orland Park, not sure where you are at.

I was nervous, excited all rolled into one. Then freaked when I was told my surgery date was 9-11. But, got by that because I wasnt going to wait any longer. I truley wish I knew about this site long before I was banded. There are soooo much helpful advise! The six month supervision is bascially getting in all the other appointments, pulmonologist (sp?) cardiologist, psyc, etc. I was a bit of a pesty pants jamming it all together, constantly calling to see if there were any cancellations. (they probably have my chart highlighted ' she's a pain', lol. Was a bit frustrated (tell you privately why later) but all in all I am so glad I had Dr Joyce,and you will absolutely love, love, love Silver Cross Hospital. The 6th floor is where all his patients go, beautiful. I wasnt aware there was a pre-op diet., no one told me... and I did as best I could. I have so much info to give you, not enought space! lol. Talk to you soon!

[carol422 0]

Thanks Kate, I too am from Orland Park. Now thats what I'm looking forward to....dr visits...lots of them...lol..thanks for the info. I too am so glad to find this site...a lot of questions have already been answered here and a lot of inspiration from fellow banders. Only wish I was already banded...

[2fireftrsMom 0]

I was very impatient too.Your from OP? I dont get on line often (have older kids who are computer hogs) but I will be looking for ya! Hope I can help u out in any way. Dr visits werent too bad, I actually learned alot. I think I can email you my email address, I will give it a try. Take care!

[Beth63 0]

I have had my initial consult with him and really like him. He has started me on the 6 month diet, even before told to (to get a head start) and I am going to get my 3 spec. appointments out of the way. I should be getting my 1st (and doubtful but hopeful, only) authorization letter from insurance next week.

[carol422 0]

Hi Beth, it seems that everyone likes him. I just found out he did gallbladder surgery on a friend of mine and she liked him too. My consult is tomorrow. Can't wait, I want to get this process started. Good luck to you!

[carol422 0]

Hi Beth, I went for my consult with Dr. Joyce today. He's starting me on the 6 month diet also. Have an appointment on 10-2 for a class. I'm glad to be on my way. He did say it will take about a month before we hear from the insurance. I'm also going to get my three specialist appointments done as soon as I can. Hope you get good news soon.

[piercedqt78 658]

I see Dr. Lahman (same practice) and both are just great. I am in Romeoville. There is a small group of us that get together for lunch at Panrea once a month. I hope you guys will join us this month. ~Mandy

[lala 0]

I had Dr. Lahman as well. He completed my procedure in 32 minutes.

I have never had any type of complications. I would highly recommend him.

[KatrinaD 0]

Hi, I'm new to this...I just went to my consult on the 19th..I felt a huge weight lifted off my shoulders when I left the appointment. I also felt excited about the whole process. No matter how much you read on the subject, you don't know nothing until you go to a seminar. Theres a new a new band out Dr. J told me.

[carol422 0]

Hi EllinidaGreek! When I went to the seminar he mentioned that there is a new band. I believe he said it was oval and it would be available next year. I've completed the psch, cardiologist and pulmonologist appointments. The only thing standing in my way is the 6 month supervised diet. Do you have to do that? I've learned a lot reading the boards on this site. Well good luck and keep us posted.

[KatrinaD 0]

I am changing from PPO to HMO so I hope I don't have to do the 6month thing. I am making appointments today for the 3 doctors....still feel unsure. Can you help me out with the details of the appointments? Do they just make sure youre not nuts?

[CyndyG 0]

I started this journey in Dec. last year. I have bcbs and had to do 6 months of dieting I had to lose about 20lbs for my ins. It's been 9 months and I've finally lost 15lbs and there going to send it in to my ins. I hope they ok it. Ive been doing this way to long. I did all my psyc. cardio. and pulm. visits, found out I have sleep apnea, that will help my ins. ok surgery I hope.

Ive only seen Dr Joyce. twice and I think he's great. Im so glad I found this board. I still have a lot of questions.

Now that Im getting close to surgery Im getting nervous! I heard you have to go on a 2 week liquid diet before surg. that will be difficult.

Cyndy G.