eastern washington banders

MOTOMOM · 01-04-2008, 09:23 AM

Got my first fill on the 3rd. Didn't hurt at all, just a little prick. Very excited to continue on my adventure, have a great week and see you all at the support group @Holy Family, 6pm on the 8th of Jan. Have a super weekend!!!

pta2007 · 01-04-2008, 07:46 PM

I wish I could say the same!!!! Was supposed to get my fill today and was rescheduled due to Dr. getting stuck in surgery. I tell you I get sooooo tired of this crap all of the time, I bet 80% of my appointments have been rescheduled by his office. I would have waited until he was done, but they didn't have any idea when he would be finished, and then being a friday, he may not even have come back to the office as my appt. was supposed to be at 3:00.

Deb, I came by your office but you were out. See you on Tuesday.

Ari

korpa11 · 01-05-2008, 02:13 AM

Hi, everyone,
I had my surgery Dec. 20th and so far I'm doing well. I was supposed to have my week post op check today (two weeks after surgery) but it was cancelled and rescheduled for next week. I think I've done the milkshakes enough and am so ready to move on to the mushies.
I plan to be at the meeting at Holy Family on Jan. 8th. What time does it start and where is it?
Kathy

MOTOMOM · 01-05-2008, 09:14 AM

Congrats on the surgery, glad to here you are feeling well. The meeting is on the lower floor at 6pm. Go in the front doors and take the elevator, you will see signs near the elevator. If you would like I could meet you at the elevator.
Lisa

korpa11 · 01-05-2008, 10:52 AM

Thanks so much for the kind offer, but I'm thinking it's in one of the classrooms near the cafeteria, right? I attended an informational meeting in one of the rooms before surgery.
Kathy

korpa11 · 01-05-2008, 06:06 PM

Hi everyone,
I'm wondering if you could share with me when you moved up to mushies and then on to regular food. I'm sure it's different for each person but I don't remember Dr. Trotter going over that, although I might have just missed it. Thanks,
Kathy

pta2007 · 01-05-2008, 10:29 PM

Hi Kathy,

Did you see a nutritionist before your surgery? Mine was listed in the information that I was given. Full liquids for the first 4 weeks, however this included yoghurt, sf puddings, oatmeal, cream of wheat, cream soups etc. Dr. Trotter pretty much skips the mushies and goes to regular food, but not until 4 weeks out. I know it is hard but we need to just suck it up and follow the full liquids for the first month. If you want to talk you can e-mail me and I will give you my phone number.

chefari@msn.com

Ari:hungry:

korpa11 · 01-06-2008, 12:13 AM

Ari,
I did see the nutritionist at Holy Family but much of the information she gave me was for the Roux-en Y. Just before surgery when Dr. Trotter came by, I said to him that I would be doing the clear liquid diet (following the nutritionist's advice) until I saw him for my first appointment, and he said no, that I should be doing the protein shakes (no creamed soup or yogurt, etc. ) and that's what I've been doing. I'll be so glad to go to the support meeting next Tuesday and also to my first post surgery appointment with Dr. Trotter next Wednesday. I definitely am not planning to do anything that is not following this program - I paid for it myself and I'm determined to make it work.
Thanks so much for you help, Ari. I'm a little under the weather - a cold and very sore throat. I teach at SCC and we started the Winter quarter last week. I talked for 3 solid hours and my poor voice gave out so I'm giving it a rest, hoping I'll be good to go Monday.
Kathy

Debra D · 01-06-2008, 06:57 AM

I Was Banded 2 Days Ago! Linda C. Told Me About This Site After My Surgery, And Gave Me A Copy Of The Sign In Sheet From Our Support Group ( I Missed The December Meeting). I Enjoyed Reading The Postings And Am Looking Forward To The Support Group Meeting Next Week. I Am Glad You Are Doing So Well!

korpa11 · 01-06-2008, 12:24 PM

Congratulations, Debra! I hope things go smoothly for you and I'm looking forward to meeting you and the support group meeting.
Kathy

gkeyt · 01-07-2008, 12:51 PM

Hi everyone!
I was banded in March 2007 in Portland, OR by Dr Dennis Hong, but I just moved to Spokane to start grad school this month. I've been referred by his office to Dr Pennings (?) in Post Falls ID to follow up but I haven't contacted his office yet. Does anyone know anything about him? What do you all think of Dr Trotter? And is the support group you talk about near Spokane?

I've had a great LAP-BAND^® journey so far...I've lost weight at a pretty reasonable rate, have dropped 4 sizes, and haven't had any complications or issues at all. I'm working out and I have more energy than I did in my 20s. I've loved working with all the docs at Oregon Weight Loss Surgery, and am sad that I won't really be able to continue seeing them for the next 2+ years, but I am also looking forward to this next chapter in my life.

It's great to meet you all...:yo:

MOTOMOM · 01-07-2008, 01:42 PM

I think he is a great guy, nice to talk to, doesn't rush you through the appts. more that eager to answer questions and concerns, I am very happy with him. The support group is in N. Spokane at Holy Family Hosptial on the 2nd Tuesday of every month @ 6:00 p.m. It would be great to see you there. The classrooms are downstairs by the cafeteria. We will be there this Tuesday at 6:00 pm there are signs to lead the way. Hope to see you there,
Lisa

gkeyt · 01-07-2008, 03:03 PM

Thanks Lisa! I can't make it this month but perhaps I will see you all next month.

korpa11 · 01-08-2008, 04:31 PM

Hello, everyone,
I'm so sorry that I won't be able to make the meeting tonight. My voice finally is just about gone and I'm home from work today and probably tomorrow to try and be able to regoup and teach on Thursday. With a little better luck, I'll be at the next one.
Kathy

MOTOMOM · 01-08-2008, 04:39 PM

Kathy,
Hope you feel better soon, see you at the next meeting.
Lisa