susanlondon #1

[susanlondon]

Hi

I have decided to get the procedure done - just have to save up for it. I live in uk and want to go to Brussels as it seems cheapest and safest there. Anyone know of the above?

Thanks

[Honeyduen]

Hi Susan, I too live in the Uk and and am going to see De Bruyne on the 18th October 2007 so excited. I have been told that you can have an appointment as early as four weeks. It will be really good to know how you get on with your journey. I have heard nothing but very good things about this Dr. Yay. I look forward to hear from you xx

[susanlondon]

Hi

when are you getting yours done - can I know your stats? It looks like I am going to have to wait until around March till I get mine done...how do we email privately here?

[sumz30]

hey guys..
i am getting mine done on 3nov 2007 from the same doc.. can u tell me anything abt how it went? any info will be appreciated! thanx

[Bigstuff]

Hi
I was banded by CDB in April 2006. Feel free to PM me with questions and also for a copy of my 'how to get there' guide for travelling to Vilvoorde.

[susanlondon]

Hi Guys

I went to Upper wimpole st at CDP's London surgery on the 18th and was happy to meet many of his patients who all seem very happy with him. I have made a preliminary date I do not yet know whether I can make but hopefully might get surgery done in Dec or possibly end Jan, hopefully the sooner. None of the patients I met said they regretted it, but that they would do it all over again. Apparently there is a lot of stuff about CBD in WLS site but which I am not subscribed to as it costs £15.

[EnglishRose]

Hi
I am being banded by CDB on the 13th August. I cant wait. I am staying at the Campanile Hotel Brussel - Vilvoorde. Do you know if this Hotel is walking distance from the Hospital.
Do you still have your 'how to get there' guide for travelling to Vilvoorde?
Bonita

[jiggy]

Hi Just wondered if anyone could post the costs of getting the procedure done in Brusseld with Dr Chris, and also how much the fills etc are afterwards. I am still saving, but hoping to have enough money by August 08.

Thanks:thumbup:

[EnglishRose]

Hi Jiggy
I am being banded by Dr Chris on the 13th August. He is currently chaging 3950 Euros which works out about £3,134.00. He charges £100 for fills.
B

[jiggy]

Thanks for that - I still have a way to go yet. How much do you estimate that your travel and hotels etc are going to be. Have you had your first consultation wit Dr Chris, how did it go? Where are you staying and how re you travellingh there? Lots of questiolns ..... sorry!!

Thanks

[EnglishRose]

Hi Jiggy
I am staying at the Campanile Hotel in Vilvoorde. It will cost 207 Euros which is about £164.00 (twin room). The Eurostar is going to cost £138.00. Thats for 2 people though as I am taking a friend with me. The only extras I will have to pay is taxi and train fares. At least I will be saving on restaurant bills lol. I think it will be Slim fast for me!
I will be having my consultation with Dr Chris on the 12th August and being baded the next day.
Where are you from?
I will let you know how I got on if you like?
Bonita

[jiggy]

Hi English Rose,

I am based in Lancashire - I am undecided wether to go with Dr Chris or Dr Mark Fouqet, so am still doing lots of reading up.

What is Dr Chris's website - why have you decided to go with him? How much weight would you like to lose?

Thanks again x

[EnglishRose]

Hi Jiggy
Hope you dont mind me asking but are you male or female?
You can go to Dr CDB website on europe surgery@yahoo.co.uk
I decided to go with him for 2 reasons, he has a good reputation, I have read a lot of good comments about him on this site. And secondly the price issue, he is a lot cheaper than other surgeons.
I havent heard of Dr Mark Fouqet. Where is he based?
I have a lot to lose. Id like to lose about 7 stone. Im not sure how realistic that is.
English Rose
x

[jiggy]

Hi English Rose

I am female and also have about 6 1/2 stone to lose. Dr Foucquet is also in Brussels and i think he and Dr Chris share rooms for Consultation in Upper Wimpole st in LOndon

Thanks

jiggy

[EnglishRose]

Hi Jiggy
Good luck in finding your surgeon. Its all rather daunting isnt it.
Keep in touch, it would be great to hear how you are getting on.
English Rose
x

[everhopeful]

Hi English,

Bit late to respond, I know but I am a technophobe and unsure how these machines work! I am being banded by dr cdb the day before you and staying in same hotel! So, if you see a 30 year old fat lady wandering about with her mother come and say hello. Wish you luck and would love to hear how you get on. Where areyou travelling from?

Good Luck,

everhopeful x

[EnglishRose]

Hi everhopeful.
I live in Kent so will get the Euro from St Panras in London. Have you had your consultation with Dr CDB yet? My consultation is on the 12th August and being banded on the 13th.
How long will you be staying in Brussels for? I arrive on the 12th and leave on the 15th.
Good luck and hope we can bump into each other.
EnglishRose
x
ps I would love you keep in touch so we can give each other support and encouragement.

[jiggy]

Hi Can I ask - do you have your consultation with Dr Chris on the same visit to Belgium as you are booked in for surgery. Just a thought, but what if he doesn't accept you for the op?

I am hoping to be banded by him in September of this year, am attempting to get as much info as I can right now.

Thanks:scared2:

[EnglishRose]

Hi Jiggy
My consultation in on the 12th and the surgery is booked for the 13th August.
I guess if he doesnt except me for surgery I have wasted the travel expenses and a hotel for one night. I will keep my fingers crossed that doesnt happen as I will be gutted!!! I am really relying on this band to help me get my figure back again.

[everhopeful]

Hi EnglishRose,

I am doing everything the same as you except just a day earlier! First consultation on the 11th and surgery on 12th. Am flying home to Southampton on the 14th. I think I have about 6 stone to lose but have beeen 'big' to varying degrees all my adult life so I have no concept of how it will feel or how I will look if I achieve this goal. Are you planning to follow a diet beforehand? I have read about a milk and bovril diet that private clinics in UK recommend for 2 weeks prior to op but sounds awful. |Think I may do slimfast for 2 weeks before. It would definately be good to keep in touch for support and advice.

Good luck,

everhopeful x