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So where are the Virginia bandsters, I know we've got some here. Signgirl is probably hanging out in the sun with a cool island drink in her hand, in Mexico, I'm so jealous.

Come on VA gals, what's up, how're you doing?

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I'm in Fredericksburg VA, I'm in the post op stages.

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WTG Kara, welcome to LBT and the VA site.

I usually hang out in the NJ thread, just a great bunch of caring ppl there, sharing the same journey. Funny thing is very few ppl are from NJ, just a great thread.

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Hi! How are all the Virginian bandsters? I was banded at the beginning of January and am doing well, still on mushies, no adjustment until Mid March, which worries me, but so far I have been doing pretty well and feeling good. I am starting an exercise program this evening. Just walking with my Hubby at the gym (well he will be running). I hope this will be the start of a great habit! I have been on the Exercise boards and everyone there is SO hardcore, it's very inspiring!

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Welcome Alisa, great to have you sign on, and congrats on your band and journey.

Who was your surgeon, what are of Va are you from?

I'm from the Hampton Roads area.

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Just wanted to say hello to are my Va folks. I will be a bandster 2/26/08 down a Duke Univ hospital. Looking forward to trading adventures with my new friends.

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Just wanted to say hello to are my Va folks. I will be a bandster 2/26/08 down a Duke Univ hospital. Looking forward to trading adventures with my new friends.

Congrats, I'm still awaiting for my surgery date. I hope it's soon! my inscurance does not require prior approval so I'm not sure why it's taking to long.

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Hey everyone. Just thought I would say hello. I'm about 5 weeks post op now. So far, so good. Weight loss has slowed WAY down now and I'm really looking forward to my first fill on the 25th.

HarleyNana... I know you had some recent surgery. How are you feeling? Are you happy with your results? I hope you are well. :smile:

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thanks mama, i'm doing well, thanks for asking. forgive the lack of etiquette with my typing, but i'm on my laptop, it works me to death with this little keyboard, lol.

doing well, we're on vacation in fl, but the weather sucks!

Hope to get rid of white legs within a few days.

GL on the weight loss!

Stay in touch!

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Hi All! I am waiting for a surgery date and getting the pre op testing completed. I am in Leesburg and will have surgery in Reston.

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Hi Guys, I have my final pre op appointment on April 3rd. I will find out my surgery date then. Yeah!!!!!!! I'm getting closer.

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That is awesome news!! Congrats!

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Hey, ColoradoChik... are you being banded by Dr. Pinnar (Jr. or Sr.)? I'm being banded on March 12th by Dr. Eric Pinnar. Very excited and nervous.

Sheri

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Yes, by Sr.! He takes my insurance!

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