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Hello as you see my name is Angela Howell. I'm from Norwich, CT. I've been on my own for 3 years now. NO DOCTOR, NO DIET no nothing. I've been doing so bad and put on about 30 of the 70 lbs I lost when I had the band put on. I need support and I need a support group. I can't find anything close to me at all. I really need a new doctor closer then NY City. It takes me 3 hours to get to him to do adjustments if anyone knows of anyone closer then that please let me know.

~Angela~:crying:

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Your band is always ready when you are. You can do this, even after an extended hiatus.

Have you been in for a fill as of yet? What is your restriction level like? Are you tracking your food?

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I am also from Ct. I had my band done on June 26th by Dr. Kurt Roberts at Yale New Haven Hospital. He is part of the bariatric surgical group at Temple Medical. I have been very happy with him and his nurse/nutrtionist is wonderful too.

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I agree the band is always there when your ready!! Good for you ready to start over and move forward!! This board is a wonderful place to learn and help! Good -Luck to you!

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