Brandie 0 Posted September 16, 2008 Has anyone used Dr Salimitari in beverly hills or his other offices?? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
teacherica 0 Posted November 21, 2008 Did you find out any info regarding this Doc? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lauraG 0 Posted December 4, 2008 Hi I used Dr Salimitari, do you you have any questions? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
teacherica 0 Posted December 4, 2008 Thanks for responding. I just had surgery by Dr. Salimatari yesterday. So far, I feel good. I don't have any pain accept the incision sites and my meds are working great. I am not hungry and can sip Water just fine. I would love to hear your story with Dr. Salimatari. I spoke with Brandi and I can't wait to compare my experience with her and I would love to do the same with you. Teacherica aka :thumbup:Erica Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lauraG 0 Posted December 5, 2008 We should all get together one day for coffee and discuss. I think it would be really nice since we used the same doc. Also if you guys are interested I'm trying to start a local support group for lap band patients. I live in Burbank. Let's discuss. BTW! I get my first fill today with the doc. Laura Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
teacherica 0 Posted December 6, 2008 I'm up for the get together. I live in Camarillo which is near Ventura, but I would love to meet you. Let me know more about the support group also. I am 3 days post op and doing good. I don't feel hungry, I can just tell when I get weak that it is time to eat something. Applejuice really helps me. Good luck with your fill. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
itschoice 0 Posted January 1, 2009 I am getting banded by Dr. Tourah at the same office on 1/15/09. I live in the Antelope Valley and was wondering if anyone has used him. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lauraG 0 Posted January 12, 2009 Hi Ladies, So how is everyone doing? I was banded by Dr. Salimatari on Nov. 3 and I'm down about 22 pounds now. I'm excited. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
itschoice 0 Posted January 18, 2009 I was banded on 1/15/09 and ended up swelling up like crazy. My doctor, Dr. Tourah, thinks it has to do with not having my period since Thanksgiving. However, since the swelling was so severe on 1/16/09 Dr. Salimitari had to go back in and unbuckle my band. He is a very kind man and I like him very much. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sassye 0 Posted February 4, 2009 (edited) Nice to know that my doc seems like a good one. I am getting banded 2/13/09 by Dr. Salimitari, and I am in Valencia, would love to hear about any get togethers you all have or just any experiences, pre-post whatever. Edited February 4, 2009 by sassye Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
teacherica 0 Posted February 4, 2009 sasseestar, I was banded on December 3rd and so far I am down 21 lbs post op. It has been about 2 months for me. I have had no complications with Dr. Salimitari and I look forward to seeing him again on the 16th for another fill. He was even willing to give me a fill early because I was getting frustrated and didn't think I was losing weight fast enough. The truth is, you do lose about 10 lbs a month - and I have to work hard to make sure the weight keeps coming off. Hey Everyone, did anybody else get a letter about a Support Group offered by Top Surgeons in Beverly Hills? If so, did anyone go? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sassye 0 Posted February 4, 2009 Yea, I have seen a wide spread of what people lose, but I think it is from person to person and what discipline you have even after the band. Of course there are always fill issues, if you lost any post surgery, but it is good to see that he is willing to work with you, and even willing to do one early if he agrees the results are not happening as well as with others. I haven't received a letter, but that is likely because I just started this whole process, but I would like to get involved with others that are in the area. I think that would be neat, and also would help us be more successful. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KimmyQ 0 Posted February 9, 2009 Hi I'm Kim from Palmdale & I'm getting banded on the 13th also by Dr. Salimitari. What time are you going? I'm going in at 10:30 am. Wish me luck & good luck to you also! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KimmyQ 0 Posted February 9, 2009 I'm getting banded on feb 13th by Dr. Salimitari also. Have you had any problems or anything I should ask him before surgery? Thanks, Kim Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KimmyQ 0 Posted February 9, 2009 Did you get your surgery already? I go to him On the 13th in beverly hills Share this post Link to post Share on other sites