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Hi all I'm from the Monterey Peninsula. Prunedale to be exact. Most people have never heard of it. Anyone from around here, Monterey/Salinas/Santa Cruz? I'm new to this site and just getting started on my journey. Would love to hear advice or tips from any neighbors.

Christel

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Hi,

I am new! I am getting banded on 3/14/07 at UCI with Dr. Naim. Anyone out there with any advice or experience? I'm nervous, but exited!

Julie

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Love to join the rest of you Californians - I am up in Fairfield (between Sacramento and San Francisco) - Headed to Italy for banding on 3/28 (self pay).

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I seem to see Dr Ortiz everywhere. Who is he and I guess alot of people go to Mexico. I didn't want to risk not being near whomever did the surgery. I did end up being self pay (ouch) after hazzles with insurance and finding out that our plan had an "opt out" clause for variatric surgery. Oh well.

Hi! I am being banded 4/6/07 by Dr. Ortiz. Would love to get to know anyone in nearby!

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Hi! I am being banded 4/6/07 by Dr. Ortiz. Would love to get to know anyone in nearby!

Hi Heather,

I am in the Ventura area.... not too far from the Valley. I'm here if you want to meet up or talk about your upcoming surgery.... Good luck!

Karen

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:clap2: new to this forem wodering anyone in San Diego or chula vista area

to share your story with me and your progress. :)

enjoy your day :mad:

I live in East San Diego County and I'm glad to answer any questions you have!

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Socalgirl3,

How are you doing since your last surgery? Did you have symptoms when your band slipped?

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Hi everyone...

I am knew to this site and just starting my journey. I am being banded by Dr. Ortiz on March 22. I live in Benicia, CA, near San Francisco. I have been following this site for some time to get up the courage to do this. Thank you all, and I hope to begin ongoing communication with you, as well as seek guidance and help. I am a bit scared, but am going to do it

Kathy

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Congratulations Kathy, You are gonna be a bandster!! Your gonna be fine. Just remember its a journey,and it takes a couple of years usually to get to your goal. Slow but sure, but thats the way to do it. I'm happy for you. Keep us updated on your progress. Kelley

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