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Dr. Schuster performed my lapband 7/08. I have lost 70lbs. He is not only a great physician, but he has such great "bedside" manner and is very supportive of my weight loss journey. I would highly recommend Dr. Shcuster to ANYONE!

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I'm having my band done on Dec. 22nd by Dr. Schuster. I can't wait.

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What a terrific Christmas present! I also adore Dr. Schuster. He's very encouraging and even when I don't feel like I've done very well, I never dread having an appointment with him. I got the band in June of 2008 and I've lost right around 70 lbs.

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I'm glad you have had a positive experience with him. Mine has been quite the opposite. He doesn't really seem to understand the psychology behind LapBand patients, which is as important as being able to perform the surgery (IMO). I dread every visit. I feel like a 5-yr-old waiting for my punishment for being bad.

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I'm glad you have had a positive experience with him. Mine has been quite the opposite. He doesn't really seem to understand the psychology behind LAP-BAND® patients, which is as important as being able to perform the surgery (IMO). I dread every visit. I feel like a 5-yr-old waiting for my punishment for being bad.

Hi Lanette, please help me understand what you mean in saying he doesn't understand the psychology? Are you having trouble losing weight with your band or you don't feel he is interested in your journey?

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I'm glad you have had a positive experience with him. Mine has been quite the opposite. He doesn't really seem to understand the psychology behind LAP-BAND® patients, which is as important as being able to perform the surgery (IMO). I dread every visit. I feel like a 5-yr-old waiting for my punishment for being bad.

I was so happy to see this message today because I've had exactly the same feelings about Dr. Schuster. I've struggled with the band since my surgery 13 months ago and he has never been the positive source of support that I need. I dreaded the visits so much that I stopped going for 6 months. When I went back today he made me feel like a failure and suggested removing the band if I can't solve my problems.

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I'm having my band done on Dec. 22nd by Dr. Schuster. I can't wait.

Did you lose weight before your first fill? I have only lost about 10 pounds. I haven't had a fill yet, I was just wondering.

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