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Hello my name is Sandy.:rolleyes2:

I am very excited. I just had lap band surgery April 18th. I had my surgery done in Mexico and paid for it out of pocket. The surgeon was Dr. Haucuz. He could not of been more wonderful. It was nothing but GREAT! I am so looking forward to becoming thin again. I have lost 15 lbs thus far. I feel good... a little sore in the tummy area but that is expected. Good Luck to all who is having lap band surgery.

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Congrats sandy,

Enjoy the journey of a happier and healthier you.:thumbup:

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Welcome Sandy

You have just made the best choice for your life. It is fun to watch your body change and get thinner, Im just 5 weeks out and have dropped a pant size already.

I also was self pay and went to Mexico, I had soo many people freaking out before I went. I had Dr Almanza and I had a wonderful experience too. They were very supportive and caring.

Keep posting we love to hear about different journeys.

Bernadette

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Hi there Sandy

Welcome and congrats on your surgery. Sounds like your recovery has been fast and smooth.

I was banded on the 23rd April and am doing ok (touch wood!) too. Feeling a lot better now that I can have full fluids (milk, yoghurt, Protein drinks, smoothies, pureed Soups, etc).

Though you might be interested to know that there's a forum for all the April bandster's HERE - in case you'd like to share experiences with others of us being banded at around the same time. It's a wonderful place for support.

Also, you've been added to the list of April bandsters HERE.

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EMMANUELMEDICAL.COM There is also an ad on the right side of this page. Good luck.

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