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Hi, My name is Joe. I was banded on 4/29/08 in St Petersburg FL. I have tossed the idea around for a year, and finally made the decision a few months ago to follow thru. My surgeon was Dr Rehnke and it was performed at Palms of Pasadena Hospital.

I am 55 and have a 4-1/2 year old daughter that I would like to be around for, so that was my big motivator to have it done. When I told her that I was having the surgery, she said, dad, I hope you don't lose your fat arm, it's a comfortable pillow for me.

From the day that I started the Protein drinks until surgery, I have lost around 30lbs.

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Hi Joe. I'm having my surgery done on May 9th - 1 week from today! :thumbup: I'll be a Pasco Regional with Dr. Krishnaraj. I'm really excited. So how's it going for you so far? That's pretty cute what your little girl said! :thumbup:

What pre-op diet were you on? I'm on Optifast and have lost 18.3 lbs so far. I'm really excited by that, but I'm so hungry sometimes! Oh well... the things we suffer to become healthy... :wub:

I look forward to hearing about your journey!

Best of luck!

Barbara

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Hi - I too was banded on 4/28/08! During my pre-op testing it was discovered that I had many gall stones, as well as a hietal (sp?) hernia. Had to have the gall bladder removed, hernia repaired and was banded all at the same time. I'm on liquids as well as soft foods (shredded cheese, yogurt..); not hungry at all.

Judy

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Hi, My name is Joe. I was banded on 4/29/08 in St Petersburg FL. I have tossed the idea around for a year, and finally made the decision a few months ago to follow thru. My surgeon was Dr Rehnke and it was performed at Palms of Pasadena Hospital.

I am 55 and have a 4-1/2 year old daughter that I would like to be around for, so that was my big motivator to have it done. When I told her that I was having the surgery, she said, dad, I hope you don't lose your fat arm, it's a comfortable pillow for me.

From the day that I started the Protein drinks until surgery, I have lost around 30lbs.

Hi Joe and welcome aboard :thumbup: I used to live near the St. Pete area and still have good friends and family there :) There is another nice guy in this forum who went to Tampa General with Dr. Murr I believe. It's interesting that you both picked different hospitals. How was your experience? You are doing fantastic!!! Keep up the good work, look forward to seeing you around here!

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Thank you. I live in St Pete Beach and Tampa General Hospital as you know, is across the bay. Since I moved here from Tampa, I hardley ever go over the bridge anymore. My doctor's office is only five minutes away. It's nice to be able to exchange ideas and stories with others who have gone through the procedure already.

Joe

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