Dr. Kirshenbaum's Happy Bandsters~

[GreenChrysalis 1]

I found the "considering Dr. K" thread so helpful when I was preparing for my surgery - everyone had such positive things to say about him (all true and then some!!) and the LBT forums in general. Thank goodness for this site!

Even though I tend to be a lurker (I never think I have much to add!) I just want to thank everyone for their support and humor and great information!

Christine

Hey Christine, I know we have chatted a bit via PM, but if you haven't found my "Fill Docs in Georgia" thread I can hunt it up for you (hopefully :biggrin:). It's just the research that I did before settling on Dr. Johnson (which so far as turned out to be a good choice -- he's kind, doesn't talk down to me and is easy on the eyes too :thumbup:). I too would've loved to return to Denver but wow, I just couldn't afford to.

[PrtyAntOvrYt 6]

Down 1.5 for me this week. I went on three hikes in Vail this weekend and burned so many freakin' calories. I guess it paid off and helped burn up some of that yummy marble slab ice cream I had. I am so very sore! I had a great 4th...hope you guys did too.

I haven't read everybody's posts yet so I'll catch up with what you guys have been up to when I get a chance.

Are we still doing RR on the 16th?

Thanks Lifesaver!!!

Yup RR is on the 16th!

I hope you can make it!!

[hawki14 0]

Hey...let me know how your consult goes tomorrow. I will do the same. Mine is scheduled for 4:45 Central Time.

I can't wait to talk to the famous Dr. K!

God's blessings!

[JillyPoo 0]

Anyone else on here getting banded on the 23rd by Dr. K?

[GBear 0]

Hah, just left you a visitor message asking when yours was, should have checked here first:laugh:. I am scheduled at 11 so you'll probably be in surgery when I get there. but that won't stop me from sending good thoughts your way!! Where will you be staying? We haven't booked a place yet.

Sorry for the delay, work got busy. I'm actually staying with my relatives in Denver, so unfortunately, I can't recommend a hotel. My parents are going to visit our relatives then, too, so they will be there with me so my DH doesn't have to take time off work (he has so little vacation time, but I have more). Our relatives live in western Denver and Arvada.

I suppose I'll be in the recovery room when you start your surgery. I'll be thinking of you! If you want to try and meet up after you're done recovering, let me know. It might not be a bad idea to talk with someone who's going through the same thing. If you're interested, send me a private message and I'll give you my cell phone number. I fly back home Saturday morning, but I imagine you'll be going back to SLC before then, eh?

[lotzasunshine 2]

I suppose I'll be in the recovery room when you start your surgery. I'll be thinking of you! If you want to try and meet up after you're done recovering, let me know. It might not be a bad idea to talk with someone who's going through the same thing. If you're interested, send me a private message and I'll give you my cell phone number. I fly back home Saturday morning, but I imagine you'll be going back to SLC before then, eh?

Yeah, we are heading back the day after surgery, Hubby needs to be back for work. It would be cool if we could meet up, or at least chat on the phone.

[youknowit 11]

Does anyone who has gone to Dr. Kirschenbaum, know if he will see patients that he did not do the intial surgery on? In addition, do any of you know if he would be willing to do revisionary (removal and replacement) surgery on a new patient that did not see him initially? I'm going to call them tomorrow, but thought I'd ask... I am having a problem with my band, a leak IN the band, and my original doctor wants to charge me $5000 to remove and replace a new band. I figure, even though it's an extra $5000, if I can see someone here in the states (and Colorado is just as close to me as TJ), then I would go to Dr. K in a heartbeat... Any thoughts? I'm all ears! Thanks all! :redface:

[PrtyAntOvrYt 6]

Does anyone who has gone to Dr. Kirschenbaum, know if he will see patients that he did not do the intial surgery on? In addition, do any of you know if he would be willing to do revisionary (removal and replacement) surgery on a new patient that did not see him initially? I'm going to call them tomorrow, but thought I'd ask... I am having a problem with my band, a leak IN the band, and my original doctor wants to charge me $5000 to remove and replace a new band. I figure, even though it's an extra $5000, if I can see someone here in the states (and Colorado is just as close to me as TJ), then I would go to Dr. K in a heartbeat... Any thoughts? I'm all ears! Thanks all! :cursing:

He performed my surgery, but I do know that he will see someone who has had surgery done elsewhere. He charges more for the fill, I think. Call the office and ask Natalie. Here is the number # 303-695-1304.

[youknowit 11]

i talked to natalie, the answers was absolutely, no. oh well... at least i tried! :cursing:

[lotzasunshine 2]

Ok. Here I go. I am getting ready to go to the airport. Now I have to be committed. I had some nervousness last night, and thought about calling it off, but I got through it. I am getting excited about my adventure to Denver!!! Wish me luck, I'm in surgery at 11 tomorrow!!!!!!

[mdargen 0]

I am really interested in this doctor. I just moved from Denver (go figure LOL) but am willing to travel back for his price. How long did the whole process take? Did it take months to get a surgery scheduled?

Thanks,

Michelle

[minidriver 0]

I am really interested in this doctor. I just moved from Denver (go figure LOL) but am willing to travel back for his price. How long did the whole process take? Did it take months to get a surgery scheduled?

Thanks,

Michelle

I first spoke with their office the first part of may and just had my surgery July 2nd!! So it didn't take long at all.

[mdargen 0]

Oh my gosh! That is so exciting. I just sent them an email asking for more info and when I could speak with them. It actually feels like this may happen for me. I wish I would have looked into this when I lived in Denver. At least I still have my moms house to stay at. :confused:

[9pdmnm5 0]

Wow! Thank you everyone for all the great info on Dr.K. I have not had a lapband placed as of yet. I was denied with my insurance company in March and thought it would be out of the question, until finding Dr.K on this site. Like everyone else, the price sounds too good to be true but am ecstatic to hear that everyone has had a great experience.

[mdargen 0]

I have been exchanging emails with Natalie today at Dr. K's office. I just sent her the "I'm ready to get started!" email!!!

I can't believe this may actually happen. I won't believe it until I have the surgery. LOL

A few questions for those of you who travelled to CO to have the surgery. How long did you stay after the surgery? Did you fly back to CO to have your first fill? Have you had problems getting fills in your cities?

Thanks a lot! I can't wait to be one of Dr. K's Happy Bandsters!!

Michelle:biggrin2: