Jump to content
×
Are you looking for the BariatricPal Store? Go now!

Hello from Maryland



Recommended Posts

Just wanted to say hello and introduce myself. My name is Sonja. I was banded on January 4th and have lost 44 lbs so far. I've had two fills for a total of 3 ccs. I've had a few problems lately but usually because I eat too fast or bites are too big. I'm looking for a support forum for LapBanders only so I thought I would check this one out!

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Welcome Sonja, you'll love this site. I was just banded on June 6th and also live in Maryland. I live in Kingsville, MD. I am 55, a nurse, mother to 5, grandmother to 5. Good Luck

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

welcome SonjaC to LBT. congrats on the weightloss.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Hi TMKEY: I live in Kingsville,MD Northeastern Baltimore County. Where are you having your surgery done? You'll love this board. The people are fantastic

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Hello to you...

at Shady Grove Hospital, which is 30 miles from home but fighting Beltway traffic each way, ... Dr. Barry Greene

where did you go?

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Thanks for the reply. I'm in Huntingtown (Calvert County). My surgeon is Dr. Andrew Averbach and I had my surgery at St. Agnes in Baltimore. Good luck on your upcoming surgery.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Sonya how was your experience with averbach? I have my orientation with him next monday. I plan on singh for my surgery but am wondering how you liked averbach.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Welcome! I"m from MD too and used Dr. Singh. He was wonderful and continues to be great every time I have an appointment.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Carol thanks for the quick reply I have yet to hear anything bad about that practice. I am aiming for surgery in august wish it was tomorow. Now that I am really ready for it I just wish it would come.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

I like Dr. Averbach. He has been very supportive and answers all of my questions. I've been pleased with the practice overall. Good luck with your upcoming surgery and feel free to message me with any quetions.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

I'm from Crofton, MD and I have my consultation with Dr. Averbach on July 2nd. I too am aiming for a late Aug/early Sept date. I went to St. Agnes for the seminar in April with Dr. Averbach. Good luck!

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Sonja,

I have my first consult with Averbach next week but am really nervous about the insurance approval. Do they help with that? I have heard so much good about that practice. I am in Harford County and there is a surgery center about 5 minutes from me but I chose to drive to St. Agnes because of the reputation.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Yes. They took care of everything with the insurance company. I didn't have to do anything once I provided them with the supervised diet information they submitted everything. Good luck.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now

  • Trending Products

  • Trending Topics

  • Recent Status Updates

    • cryoder22

      Day 1 of pre-op liquid diet (3 weeks) and I'm having a hard time already. I feel hungry and just want to eat. I got the protein and supplements recommend by my program and having a hard time getting 1 down. My doctor / nutritionist has me on the following:
      1 protein shake (bariatric advantage chocolate) with 8 oz of fat free milk 1 snack = 1 unjury protein shake (root beer) 1 protein shake (bariatric advantage orange cream) 1 snack = 1 unjury protein bar 1 protein shake (bariatric advantace orange cream or chocolate) 1 snack = 1 unjury protein soup (chicken) 3 servings of sugar free jello and popsicles throughout the day. 64 oz of water (I have flavor packets). Hot tea and coffee with splenda has been approved as well. Does anyone recommend anything for the next 3 weeks?
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • buildabetteranna

      I have my final approval from my insurance, only thing holding up things is one last x-ray needed, which I have scheduled for the fourth of next month, which is my birthday.

      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • BetterLeah

      Woohoo! I have 7 more days till surgery, So far I am already down a total of 20lbs since I started this journey. 
      · 1 reply
      1. NeonRaven8919

        Well done! I'm 9 days away from surgery! Keep us updated!

    • Ladiva04

      Hello,
      I had my surgery on the 25th of June of this year. Starting off at 117 kilos.😒
      · 1 reply
      1. NeonRaven8919

        Congrats on the surgery!

    • Sandra Austin Tx

      I’m 6 days post op as of today. I had the gastric bypass 
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
  • Recent Topics

  • Hot Products

  • Sign Up For
    Our Newsletter

    Follow us for the latest news
    and special product offers!
  • Together, we have lost...
      lbs

    PatchAid Vitamin Patches

    ×