Pegala

Hi Dawn, Congratulations on your weght loss, 25 pound s is awesome... and not bein hungry is even better.. I have had my band now for 11 months and I am down 80 pounds.... My goal is another 25-30 pounds. I have only needed 2 fills(my last one being the begining of Feb.) and I have gone back to TJ for both of them... When I first had my band the fill centers did not have the best reputation( but I have heard good things about them recently)Even though its a 2 day trip I feel much more comfortable going back to TJ. Right now I have scheduled to go back but 1 day I feel like I need a fill and the next I don't so I'm not sure what I want to do.. Right now I am leaning towards going back since it will also be my 1 year check up.. As far as your meds are conerned. be careful what you are crushing.. some meds are NOT meant to be crushed or cut. It interfers with their absorbency.speak with your doctor first... some meds you can also get in a liquid form. I have to admit at this point I can take some pretty big pills without difficulty , so my answer would be, not the rest of your life, but that's just my opinion. Keep in touch and let me know how you are doing... Peggy

Hi to all, Is there anyone going to OCC on 9/14 either for surgery or a fill?? I am arriving at San Diego airport around 11:30 AM and leaving on the 15th at 9:30??? Looking forward to hearing from you . Peggy

I have had a change of dates for my fill so I am now looking for anyone who might be going to get a fill on 9/14 I am arriving in San Diego on 9/14 approx 11 30 AM and flying out on 9/15 @ 9:30... Is there anyone flying in on 9/14 for surgery??? Looking forward to hearing from you. Peggy

HI Dawn, I have actually changed my date and will be flying into San Diego on 9/14.. but we are neighbors.. I live in Parrish ,Fl but work in St Pete... used to live in St Pete Beach... I had my surgery 11 months ago.. 9/18/06 and have lost 80 lbs... This will be my 3rd ( and hopefully last fill) It has only been recently that I can eat much more than I should be able to and I am desperate to get these last 25-30 lbs off.. How are things going since surgery??? If I can be of any help please let me know... Peggy pscen@msn.com

I am hoping to go to Mexico for a fill either Sept 21st or 28th . Looking for someone that will be going to Mexico either for banding or a fill on that day. If anyone is , please let me know... Thanks , Peggy

Hi All, I was banded by Dr. Ortiz, Sept.'06 and am so grateful for the band.... I have lost 60 pounds so far and feel great. I have gone to TJ for 2 fill , the last one being early Feb. But, anyhow, I have an aquaintance in Orlando who is VERY interested in having a band... She went to a doctor but he tried to talk her out of the band and was pushing bypass.. she is very certain that is NOT the route she wants to go .. I am looking for the names of Florida doctors who are pro band and might accept United health insurance... Any names will be appreciated. Thanks for all of your input.. Peggy I am from the St. Pete / Bradenton area and would love to see a group of us get together and just have a social gathering.. ANy ideas or comments???????? Peggy

Sorry about the typos in the last post... if you are interested in getting fills done with fluro in Sarasota drop me a line \Peggy Also can some tell me what "thicker"saline is and why that would effect the restriction in your band??? As I see it . the band is a balloon and so matter what you put in it the volume would be the same ....3cc's of saline is the same as 3 cc 's of water or apple juie or beer or whatever...

I am from the Bradenton area and had my surgery done by Dr Ortiz in sept 06. I have currently lost 56 pounds with 2 fills I had done back at OCC, I am trying to talk a group of Radiologist in the Sarasota area to get into the fill practice for Mexican patient.. Charge with fluro would be aout $300. Right now I am taking an informal poll to get an idea of how many people in this area would be willing to travel to Sarasota.. that way I can present a number to these doctors.. So, bottom line... ifn oyu would be willing to go to Sarasota for a flii under fluro for about $300 drop me a line... Peggy

I am from the Bradenton area and had my surgery done by Dr Ortiz in sept 06. I have currently lost 56 pounds with 2 fills I had done back at OCC, I am trying to talk a group of Radiologist in the Sarasota area to get into the fill practice for Mexican patient.. Charge with fluro would be aout $300. Right now I am taking an informal poll to get an idea of how many people in this area would be willing to travel to Sarasota.. that way I can present a number to these doctors.. So, bottom line... ifn oyu would be willing to go to Sarasota for a flii under fluro for about $300 drop me a line... Peggy

Terry, I get to San Diego at 10:40 Southwest airlines... I have already made arrangements for the van..My appointment is 12:30... Hopefully I'll see you athe airport. Peggy

Kirsten, I will be staying at Lucerna.I get into San Diego around 1030 AM appointment at 12:30 .Can we share the van?? I have to email Renee and ask him to make my reservation at Lucerna. Looking forward to hearing from you. Peggy

Terry, I am scheduled for Feb 2 nd. How about you?? Peggy

I may be going on 2/5 now instead of 2/6 Still arrive at airport around 10ish??? After reading many stories about the length of time waiting on weekends I think I will take the van .. Anyone interested in sharing a ride???

Anyone going for fill on Feb 3rd??? . I get to San Diego about 10 AM.I don't mind taking the trolley or sharing the cost of the van/ Thanks, Peggy

[denisemcse I have changed my flight plans and am actually flying in approx 10 Am on 11/10 and leaving on 11/11... I'm not sure where I am staying yet, thinking about Best Western Americana.. Do you have definitive plans yet? Let me know.. Peggy