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Hi all... I'm seriously thinking about getting banded within the next 4 months. My insurance does not cover it, so I will be paying for it myself. Going to Mexico is not an option for me. I'd like to know if anyone has gone to Dr.James Atkinson (I went to his seminar in October) or any other doctor's in or around Las Vegas or Henderson areas. Also who you would recommend and why...

I'm 36, 5'2", 265lbs... :)

Thanks in advance for any help!

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HI, welcome to LBT!

I am not from your area, but read quite a bit about band meet ups happening in Vegas---so since it is a common vacation spot you should be able to meet up with lots of bandsters!!!

Sometimes when we post something, it gets lost in the shuffle of threads, so I clicked it (bumped it) even though I cannot answer your direct question thinking it might bring it up to where new people could see it, and you might get some better responses!!!

Welcome to LBT---banding saved me, gave me back the life I wanted! I am not in your area, I am in New Mexico--but would gladly answer any of your questions!

Kat

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Hi Yvonne 72, I moved your thread to the Nevada area. Hopefully that will let more people in those areas see your question.

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Thank you! These docs are in a "center of excellence" too!

I've made up my mind to go ahead with the procedure. I'm paying cash so I have some bills to pay off and I'll be on my way within 2 months! I'm so excited!!! (I just paid off my husband's student loan on Friday- WOOOHOooooo)

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I was banded 2/14/08 by Atkinson & Soong. I am doing GREAT and have lost 20lbs so far in only 2 weeks. They are very dedicated doctors and Dr Soong has emailed me personally to check in on me. I also payed cash and had the surgery the next week!!!

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Thank You!!! I don't know where I was, but that o.k!!! LOL

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I am having my surgery 4/23/08 and Dr. Soong is doing the surgery. I am looking for a support group to join. Does anyone know of one that meets either online or in person?

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It is so great to hear that Dr Soong is so good. He is who is going to do my surgery also!

I am so impressed with how you are doing! I pray that I do as well!

Kathy

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I just had my surgery 2-29-08 and still feel like I have a couple of lug nuts jammed up in my upper stomach. Dr Atkins did my surgery and all is well. The first couple of days are a little rough but I've felt worse.

this is going to keep me alive longer to raise my foster kids I adopted.

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rkboz you are a hero!!! what a wonderful statement, you are truly a hero. kids need someone to love them and teach them. based on everything i have read, you will fell better and better every day. i will be in your shoes come wednesday, and i can hardly wait, the banding that is. your kids will learn from your determination and willpower, that is a wonderful gift. i wish you a speedy recovery, from northern nevada! g2s

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Thank you. I told the kids they have to get a lapband also so we can save on groceries........it didn't go over very well. I am having a hard time drinking more that 1/2oz so I think I'll go see the doc tomorrow just to make sure. It is very uncomfortable but I've had back aches that were much worse.

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your doc knows best so use him. it appears that everyone has a different experience but there are some common ones as well and limited intake the first few days seems to be one of the commons. keep us posted and take care. g2s

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Last night the discomfort was keeping me awake and just as fast as you can open your hand it went away. All the discomfort just fell away. Had a good sleep and was able to drink this morning. All is not perfect but much better today.

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thanks for posting, tomorrow is the big day for me, it came up really quick. i will share as well. it's good to hear things chnage for the positive so quickly. keep on keepin on! g2s

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