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lapband4e
on 2/11/08 10:59 pm - MD
Topic: RE: Doctor Question
I usually go to Maryland board, I verify previous poster, check where exactly you want to move and then repost this on MDor VA board depending on the location. I know that my friend is having surgery with Dr. Afram who is in a center of Excellence in George Washington hospital. I have heard GREAT reviews about him, you cna check his office if he does fills or not, Good luck and welcome, Ellie
Tammy C.
on 1/28/08 10:00 am
Topic: PROTEIN*2GO FREE Sample Coupon!
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overtherainbow
on 1/25/08 1:27 am - Somerville, MA
Topic: Its time to Register for the Friends of WLS Boston Gathering March 27-30 2008

Please feel free to pass this information on to anyone that you think would enjoy this weekend.  This weekend is open to all, Gastric Bypassers, Lapbanders, Dsers, etc.

 

 

Boston Gathering of Friends of WLS Thursday, March 27, 2008 - Sunday, March 30, 2008 is an Adults Only event.  The registration deadline is February 15, 2008 and late registration deadline is February 29, 2008.

 

 

This weekend is about connecting with people that can understand the journey we have taken and having some fun with fellow WLSers and support people.  

 

 

The cost of the hotel is $87.00/per night, this is per room. You can call the hotel to make your reservations at 1-800-325-3535 or (781) 848-0600 by February 29, 2008: Sheraton Braintree Hotel 37 Forbes Road Braintree, MA 02184 (Exit 6 off Interstate 93/state Route 128 ).  The hotel has a good size pool, hot tub and saunas. They also have a full gym (Braintree Athletic Club) they offer daily memberships at $7.00 a day.

 

 

If nothing else, it's a great getaway for the dreary end of winter... As a lot of us did at past gatherings, I recommend doubling, tripling and quadrupling up. Saturday during the day you will be free to go sightseeing in Boston or do whatever you like. There is a wonderful shopping mall across the street from the Hotel. 

 

 

It is a very reasonable car ride from PA, NJ, NY, CT, NH, VT, ME, MD, RI If you are interested in flying into Boston you have three airports to choose from. The first one is Boston=s Logan International Airport , the other two are located about an hour away from Boston . They are in Manchester, New Hampshire and Providence, Rhode Island (TF Green). There is a shuttle to the hotel from Boston=s Logan Airport .  To arrange for the Logan Express bus please check out this website.  http://www.massport.com/logan/getti_typeo_logan.html

 



Braintree is also on the T=s red line (the T is Boston 's rapid transit). The red line is accessible to South Station (where most Amtrak==s come into from the South.) The Tara (as it's known in the area) will gladly pick you up from the Quincy Adams T station. Please feel free to bring your Significant Other, but children will not be allowed at the Friday night or Saturday night events. In addition the Boston area has a WEALTH of nearby attractions. In late March you're looking at doable weather for walking trips in Boston . Also historic Plymouth is only a 40 minute drive (the Plimoth Plantation and the Mayflower are there) And Quincy, the next town over is historically rich as well.

 

 

Here is a brief overview of the weekend festivities:

 

Thursday, March 27, 2008 – Dinner and dancing at a local club.  

 

 

Friday, March 28, 2008 - 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. - Mix and Mingle 10:00 p.m.- 11:00 p.m. - Private Pool Party. 

 

 

Saturday, March 29, 2008 5:30 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. - Dinner/Dancing.  The Keynote Speaker is going to be Natalie Egan, MS RD CDE LDN, Senior Bariatric Dietitian, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston MA

 

 

Sunday, March 30, 2008 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - Farewell Breakfast

 

 

Here are the costs associated with the weekend.

 

 

Deadline: February 15, 2008

 

 

Post-op = $85.00; Pre-op/Support = $95.00

 

 

This includes the following Registration Fee = $30.00 Saturday Night Meal = $36.00 (4oz - post-op) = $38.00 (8oz - pre-op and support) Sunday Breakfast = $19.00 (4oz - post-op) = $27.00 (8oz - pre-op and support)

 

 

Deadline: February 29, 2008 - LATE REGISTRATION - Money Orders Only

 

 

Post-op = $115.00; Pre-op/Support = $125.00

 

 

This includes the following Registration Fee = $60.00 Saturday Night Meal = $36.00 (4oz - post-op) = $38.00 (8oz - pre-op and support) Sunday Breakfast = $19.00 (4oz - post-op) = $27.00 (8oz - pre-op and support)

 

 

If you have any questions please feel free to email me at [email protected].

 

 

Hope to see you all there!!!!

 

 

Marie Friends of WLS

 

 

ms1poopie
on 1/8/08 2:10 am - Capitol Heights, MD
Topic: RE: Doctor Question
Hi Audrey, Just a quick hi!  This board is not very active, but the Maryland and Virginia boards are.  So, not sure where you are moving to in the metro area, but you'll have much better luck getting responses on either of those boards.  Best of luck!
Weight at Surgery (7/6/07) - 410
Weight at Start of Pregnancy (3/08) - 268
Current Weight - 270


The new love of my life!
Marcus Taylor, born 1/13/09
Tammy C.
on 1/3/08 8:05 am
Topic: Special Offer: Happy New Year From OH Magazine!
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audreynicole
on 12/31/07 5:58 am - Friendswood, TX
Topic: Doctor Question
I am having Lap Band where I currently live in Houston, TX.  My husband and I will be moving to the DC area towards the middle to end of this New Year.  So my questions is.  Does anyone know of a doctor that will do fills if he did not do my surgery?  Or will I have to fly back for fills?  Thanks in advance for any help.
DianeM123456
on 12/18/07 7:30 am
Topic: RE: Self-Pay OPtions w/Dr. Afram

I can not find all my paper work but figured it was around  18,000.00 for the hospital 5000.00 for Dr. Magnuson and 3000.00 for the anesthesiologist.  I did receive a refund from the hospital for 1600.00. Dr. Magnuson is wonderful he insists on taking your gallblatter at the same time.  He feels in time you will have problems with it.   I have not had ANY problems at all.  Good luck in your new journey.

(deactivated member)
on 12/18/07 3:43 am - Leesburg, VA
VSG on 05/03/11 with
Topic: RE: Self-Pay OPtions w/Dr. Afram
I just made an appointment to go see Dr swietzer up at johns hopkins.  If you don't mind me asking what did you pay?
Cherblues
on 12/4/07 8:10 pm - Lewisville, TX
Topic: "The New You" Internet Radio Show

Jeff and I are excited about todays show. Joe Nadglowski from The OAC has agreed to do a follow up show with us. Joe will be sharing the results from this years "Walk from Obesity" campaign. Show Name SPECIAL RETURN APPEARANCE: Obesity Action Coalition's Joe Nadglowski Show Length 1 Hour Show Description Join us as we discuss the results of this year's nationwide "Walk from Obesity" as well as many other ways The OAC increase obesity education, work to improve access to medical treatments for obese patients, advocacy for safe and effective treatments as well as strive to eliminate the negative stigmas associated with all types of obesity. Show date: 12/05/-7 Show time: 7:00 CST Show place: www.blogtalkradio.com/thewlscoaches We hope to "Hear" you there!! Thanks, ~Cher & Jeff~ The WLS Coaches

Ronda E.
on 12/3/07 4:53 am - Tustin Ranch, CA
Topic: OH Magazine Nov/Dec 2007
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