Has there been anyony that has had to redo there surgery? I mean I'm afew years out and I have regained some of my weight back and I was checking to see if I need to have it revised...  If you can help or let me know if anyone has had to redo there surgery thanks

How exciting that you are starting on your journey!! It is so worth it in the end.

I am scheduled to have the lap band procedure this month.  I am scared and I pray I'm making the right decision.  Just wanted you to know I was encouraged reading your message because you have done so well.  I want to follow all the "rules" so that I can make this work for me.  My goal is to lose 75 pounds, that would put me around 150 and I think I could maintain that.  I realize it isn't supermodel skinny but for me I would be happy.  Any suggestions?  I think no carbonated drinks will be difficult because Sonic diet cokes are a treat for me.  Anyway, let me know any suggestions you may have for me --  things you wish you would have know for the git-go. 

i found one, i ended up calling tallgrass and just flat out asking who they would refer me to that is not against the WLS cause I am not in the mood to fight with a dr over this.....I called St francis group and got a primary care dr and she is aware of what I am looking for and what I want to do.  I have thought of this for years and I just had my last son and my tubes tied so no more kids for me now I am ready to be young and healthy I am sick of being over weight.......I am going to introduce myself, I am Theresa, 29yrs old, 5ft,3in and weigh 235lbs not that bad some say but to me it is alot on my frame and it is wearing me down and holding me back.  I have tried every diet there is and worked out as well, and it stays on me I can lose 20 only to gain 30......I have four beautiful children ages from 10yrs to 5months old,,,,,,I look forward to getting to know everyone while I take this leap of faith in this journey I am beginning......have a wonderful day.

Hi.... Dr. Maire Fowler through St. Francis hospital 295-8000(ask for the number to her office)....my mother sees her, and she is wonderful.  She is supportive, sweet, and so personable.  I would definitely recommend her.....the other person posted Dr. Hornbaker.....there are several Cotton O'Neil docs that might work for you as well...not sure who are taking new patients...but worth a try anyway.  There are many St. Francis Docs also, at their family practice clinics......since you would likely have surgery through Tallgrass, and St. Francis....that might be a good fit for continuity of care, and medical records.  Just a thought?  There are some really good docs there also.   There are some physicians who are against WLS.....however, mine was not exactly thrilled with the idea.....but I presented her with why I wanted it....and why I needed it.....and basically said to her that I was not asking for her approval, but her SUPPORT if it was what I decided to do.  Luckily she was receptive.  I think that physicians should not decide for anyone what is right for them....they can have their say, and their opinion...but ultimately it is your body, and your decision.   Good luck!  I hope everything works out for you.  I am 3 months out, and down 46 lbs after my RNY!  I am doing well!  It has not been easy at times...but overall, not nearly as tough as I expected!