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Just have to report that I'm one baby step closer to getting my band, although it's still a ways away! Last month, I made the decision to change PCP so that I could get the surgeon I wanted. I had to wait for Nov. 1st for that to go into effect, then had to schedule an appoinment with my PCP. I saw my new PCP for the first time today. What a doll! I was so worried that she'd be judgmental or lecture me about trying a diet first, and crap like that--Like I got to be 286 pounds yesterday. But she was sweet and impressed that I had researched all bariatric procedures and the local surgeons and understood the process. I would like to get banded at the beginning of June because I work for the school system and I'll have the whoe summer to reuperate and learn my new way of eating. Now, I have my referrals for blood work and a referral to the surgeon of my choice. One baby step closer to my goal!!!:D

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Sounds like things are going really well for you! Congratulations on the baby step! I have had my seminar and have my initial consultation with the surgeon, psych, nutritonist, etc. this Thursday. I am a teacher... so work in the school system as well... and am looking at the summer for a probable surgery date. :thumbup: Be nice to keep in touch!

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Well done, Michelle! I am a vice principal in California. It would be great to stay in touch. Could be that you and I will get banded pretty close together.

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