I went to a new support group at Johns creek just for us Lap Band Folks. What a nice bunch of people.

I found out about it on obesity help.com and was tickled to talk to others who have had "My" procedure....and My issues...in person....

Meets 4th Tuesday of the month @ 7 at johns creek hospital.

They are planning a tag sale of plus size clothes and other events...

Sounds like fun!!!


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Chrissi

Chrissi,

I was so excited when I read your post. I wanted to find a support group just to go and listen in on. I am trying to decide between the band and the bypass, and so far I really am leaning toward the band. I saw that you used Dr. Macik. That is who I want to use as well. How was your experience? Did he have a good bedside manner? Have you had any problems? Was there money due before the surgeryfor your after care? Sorry for all the questions, I just am so excited about the band. thanks
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I'm happy with my procedure. Dr Macik has an interesting personality...a bit dry. but I trust his skill completely. His staff members are great. I had my actual surgery at north fulton hospital but found the support group there geared more toward bypass. The staff at north fulton was nice as well. I paid my $200 copay at my pre-op visit and about 200 or 250 (i forget) at the first visit @ dr m's office as an administrative fee for paperwork for insurance stuff. Well worth it considering my insurance only allowed and gave him $1300 for my actual procedure. The hospital got the bulk of the money from insurance. Not easy but not terribly painful. Well worth the 30 pounds in 12 weeks and loosing!!!!

Congratulations on the 30lb loss! That's great! My sister in law is seeing Dr. Daly (dr. maciks partner) and she is having the gastric bypass done. She said that she has to pay $2500.00 for a year of after care.
I just don't think I want to alter my anatomy permantley like that, and I don't have $2500.00 laying around. And so far everyone I have talked to has said that the lap band was the best thing they ever did. Thank you so much for answering my questions. Maybe we can keep in touch, it's always nice to have someone local who's gone through this procedure.