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Dr. John Bagnato - Bagnato Bandit Meeting


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I was so glad to meet everyone there. Nip, I can't tell you much about what was discussed regarding the "official" support group. I used my GPS system for directions and it sent me on a wild goose chase, so I was 15-20 minutes late. It was showing that Applebee's was in the woods, lol. I do know that they are going to try to start it up in August though. It's really exciting though, can't wait!

Has anyone heard from Mia? I know she was supposed to be back from her honeymoon yesterday. Where has everyone been? Haven't heard from many Bagnato Bandits lately...

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Hey Everyone!

Back from the Honeymoon!! Jamaica was absolutely beautiful. We had a blast. I managed to only gain 2 pounds despite the constant booze and food consumption so I think I did pretty darn well. I think flying would temporarily cause my band to get really tight on me. I noticed being extremely tight just after a flight. But we are back safe and sound and I am absolutely swamped. I have two weeks worth of work waiting on me and this is a short week with the holiday. I will try to update when I can. To see pics of the wedding, if anyone would like to, go here: Main Gallery

Glad the support meeting went great!

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Guest Leslie2Lose

Mia you look so beautiful! I'm glad to hear that ya'll had a blast. Your pictures turned out wonderful as well.

The support group meeting went great. I was so happy to finally meet everyone that was able to attend.

Leslie and Terri (from OTC & Dr. :thumbup: stopped by to chat. They are getting an official support group started. Leslie said she is aiming for the end of the month, the first of August to get a letter out to everyone. She wants to get some "old bandsters" involved as well as guest speakers (nutritionists, counselors, etc). We had a good time and I enjoyed meeting everyone that was able to attend. Terri also mentioned that Dr. B is wanting to get a newsletter started as well...all is in the works.

We missed some of you (you know who you are)!

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Hey Mia! Glad to her you had a blast on your honeymoon! The pictures turned out good, the wedding was beautiful. You made a beautiful bride and ya'll make a very cute couple. I'm glad you made it back safe and sound.

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Great photos, Mia! Looks like it was a beautiful wedding. Now back to the real world, huh? Hope Jamica was great!

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I'm having my surgery in San Antonio this month. I was approved last month, done pre-op bloodwork and currently on pre-op diet. I just moved back to Savannah and will have to have my aftercare here. Any good DR's you can reccomend?

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I used Dr. Angstadt and his partner is Dr. Whipple. They are both good and have a lot of experience. I hope you have good luck with the change. I have moved away from Savannah and the nearest Dr. here will not take other surgeons patients. I hope I can find one and not drive 4-5 hours to Savannah for fills. Best wishes!

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