Lap Band done in Buffalo, NY (Dr. Hoffman) This is a discussion on Lap Band done in Buffalo, NY (Dr. Hoffman) within the Doctors and Hospitals forums.
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05-19-2008, 08:29 PM
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#181 | | on the bandwagon
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City: Lockport State: NY |  Hey kids!!!
I had my 3 hour blitz today and it was a little nervewracking at first because my thyroid is so off and stuff so when she said we had to get it under control I got really nervous and she asked me some question about my doctor and it set me off and I cried a little (because my doctor's an ass), so my sister had to explain how sensitive I can be, etc. Plus my blood pressure was through the roof because of the nerves, but everything worked out in the end. I loved all three women who work with the patients in the clinic.
I have to go back next month with the nutritionist, then back again with the NP in July because I need to lose about 50# (I'm bigger than most lap band peeps) in order for surgery to happen. I've got to have a venous doppler for blood clot detection, one more giant blood work workup, my medical clearance, and I'm good! I also made my Dr. Hoffman appointment for August because I'll be gone so much in July. So I'm looking for a mid-September surgery date, I hope!
I spent about $150 on new food so I can start South Beach tomorrow and I'm totally psyched!
Thanks for all of the support, everyone! The process is taking longer than I had hoped but that's okay. I'm patient and I understand why. :)
__________________ "Forget regret, or life is yours to miss...no day but today."--Jonathan Larson, from Rent ----- Surgery date ahoy!! SEPTEMBER 15th, 2008. My doctor is Aaron Hoffman, and the surgery will be at Buffalo General Hospital. I'm so psyched!!! | 
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05-20-2008, 06:58 AM
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#182 | | Registered User
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It is a long process and it can get discouraging. Hang in there. You are finally on your way.
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05-20-2008, 10:14 AM
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#183 | | Registered User
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HEY THERE EVERYONE, Haven't been on this website for quite sometime, where does the time go?!! I love everyones email ... you guys are awesome. If I didn't have my surgery yet...this is a GREAT support group!! For those of you who are waiting and waiting, be patient! It will happen .... and when it does, it will be the BEST thing you ever did!! Thanx Live/Laugh/Love ... it was great seeing you at Hoffman's .. Congrats to you also, keep up the good work!!  | |
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05-20-2008, 10:23 AM
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#184 | | Registered User
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Hi Loraine, Glad your back!
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05-20-2008, 01:12 PM
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#185 | | Bulldog banded on 7/17/08
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Originally Posted by brubear  Hi Loraine, Glad your back! | Nicki is looking for a support group tonight, does anyone know if there is one?
My 3 hour blitz is less than 2 weeks away. Colonoscopy today and shrink next Friday. I still think the surgery will be a few months away, the process is a little slow.
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05-20-2008, 01:52 PM
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#186 | | Bulldog banded on 7/17/08
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Hey Bloomerific, glad you are on your way!!! As my blitz gets closer I am really getting more energetic at home getting things done. I will be unstoppable when I get a surgery date!!!
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05-20-2008, 08:43 PM
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#187 | | Bulldog banded on 7/17/08
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Nicki, I will call you Wednesday
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05-20-2008, 08:49 PM
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#188 | | Registered User
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Judy,
we will all look awesome. with my weight loss so far I get so many compliments. everyone calls me skinny- i have never been told that my whole entire life. it is so great- i hope it doesn't go to my head, haha:biggrin2:
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05-20-2008, 10:04 PM
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#189 | | Bulldog banded on 7/17/08
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You have worked hard and deserve the compliments! yes, I am looking forward to it but a little nervous as well. Will you be at the park Saturday?
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05-20-2008, 10:05 PM
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#190 | | Registered User
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yes i will be there saturday- it is supposed to be a nice weekend
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05-27-2008, 12:39 PM
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#191 | | Registered User
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Hi everyone,
I got my tentative date today of June 23rd. They are just waiting for the results of my sleep study. For all of you that are in the beginning stages here is some info that I would love to have known.
Seminar- March 6th
3 hr appt- April 16th
completed all tests
Appt. w/ Dr. Hoffman- May 27th
Surgery scheduled for -June 23rd
I hope that helps anyone that likes to know a time frame like I do!
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05-27-2008, 03:11 PM
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#192 | | Bulldog banded on 7/17/08
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Originally Posted by RAINWI Hi everyone,
I got my tentative date today of June 23rd. They are just waiting for the results of my sleep study. For all of you that are in the beginning stages here is some info that I would love to have known.
Seminar- March 6th
3 hr appt- April 16th
completed all tests
Appt. w/ Dr. Hoffman- May 27th
Surgery scheduled for -June 23rd
I hope that helps anyone that likes to know a time frame like I do! | What was the delay between 3 hours and your meeting with Hoffman any idea?
Why did you have to wait a month between meeting with Hoffman and surgery?
Thanks.
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05-27-2008, 04:44 PM
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#193 | | Registered User
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Judy, Unfortunatley a month to see Dr. Hoffman is typical. They like to give you enough time to complete all of the tests and it seems to be the first avaliable time that he is free. The month between the visit and the surgery is also standard so that they can submit your info to the insurance company. Good luck to you if you can get in any quicker. I actually was happy that it was going so quick. Its such a long process.
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05-27-2008, 04:50 PM
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#194 | | Bulldog banded on 7/17/08
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Did you have to go on South Beach and lose 5% of your body weight? I already have insurance approval so hopefully that month can be eliminated.
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05-27-2008, 05:08 PM
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#195 | | Registered User
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Yes I went on South Beach. That is another reason for the month between appts to see if you can lose the weight. I am 2 lbs short of my 5%. So they said I may have to go in and just get reweighed a lillte later. Dr. Hoffman was happy with my weight loss but I think that the 5% in needed for most insurance companies.
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