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Cindy F.
on 11/1/16 4:30 am - Charlottetown, Canada
VSG on 02/05/13
Topic: RE: Belly support belts

I know Dr. Sylvain Beausoleil, who did my sleeve surgery, does the lapband / fills in Moncton. I'm not aware of anyone on the Island who does them but I'd check with Dr. B's office in Moncton for info. His nurse's number is 506-869-2090.

Referral sent April 2004 / First Consult-Moncton June 2012 / Surgery - February 2013

5'6" / Pre-Op 355 lbs / Current Weight 185 lbs

helpmepleasenow272
7

on 10/31/16 11:51 am
Topic: RE: Belly support belts

Hello, I noticed you are located in PEI, I'm in Riverview and trying to find a person who does fills for the lap band here or on the island as I am on it 2 days a week.  Do you also know if there are any support groups over there.  Any information would be appreciated.

 

Thanks

Linda

Sunnyskiesahead
on 10/31/16 11:13 am
Topic: Walking Group

I am interested in starting a walking group at the Crossman Center a few evenings a week.  It is a beautiful place to walk indoors.  I am trying to get motivated to get out of the house and get some exercise and be social.  If anyone is interested please let me know.  The best way to be successful at weight loss is to surround yourself with people that are going through the same thing and have the same goals.

Cindy F.
on 10/30/16 12:25 pm - Charlottetown, Canada
VSG on 02/05/13
Topic: RE: Belly support belts

Hi Amanda,

The province (PEI) will cover the lower part (panni) about $3,400 and I pay the balance of $7,000 for the mid section (Dr Dool in Moncton). I'll have an anchor incision, hip to hip across the pelvis and straight down. Ill get legs (lipo suction first, then lift) and arms done next.

It's definitely a lot of money but basically I'm cashing rrsp's, selling my paid-off car straight out instead of taking the value off a new car price, savings bonds, income tax refunds, etc.

i never thought I'd be able to afford it but after the work I've done (over a year with a personal trainer and continued daily workouts), I'm determined to find a way. I'm available if you have any more questions. 

Referral sent April 2004 / First Consult-Moncton June 2012 / Surgery - February 2013

5'6" / Pre-Op 355 lbs / Current Weight 185 lbs

amandajean35
on 10/30/16 11:10 am - Canada
Topic: RE: Belly support belts

Hey Cindy I hope you don't mind me asking but are you paying for your plastics or is Medicare.  I'd like to get my stomach done but I'm scared of the cost. 

AMAZEBALLS
on 10/28/16 12:05 pm - Dieppe, Canada
VSG on 04/19/16
Topic: RE: 6 months post-op

I think there is one, but I have never gone, so I don't have any info.

" I may not be there yet, but I'm closer than I was yesterday"

VSG: April 19, 2016, Dr. Beausoleil, Moncton NB, Canada

5' 2'' HW:276 SW:267 CW:149 GW:150 DreamW:136

Cindy F.
on 10/28/16 9:26 am - Charlottetown, Canada
VSG on 02/05/13
Topic: RE: Belly support belts

I never had one for after my sleeve surgery but will be using a binder / support when I have plastic surgery on my stomach for excess skin in a few weeks. The surgeon's office is providing mine (at a cost of course) but you can get them at any independent pharmacy (not one in a grocery story) that supplies home health aids, I'd start by asking the pharmacist if you don't see an area clearly labeled. I'm not sure if Shoppers would have them but on PEI, Murphy's pharmacy's have them. A bigger Lawton's would be a good start or Pharmasave. I'm not sure if we're thinking of the same thing but they could point you in the right direction if they don't carry them. I don't think they'd be very expensive, around $40-$50?

Referral sent April 2004 / First Consult-Moncton June 2012 / Surgery - February 2013

5'6" / Pre-Op 355 lbs / Current Weight 185 lbs

helpmepleasenow272
7

on 10/28/16 8:13 am
Topic: RE: 6 months post-op

Fantastic for you!!!  Please tell me is there a support group in Moncton I can join.  Thanks

Farmer_Tom
on 10/28/16 5:21 am
Topic: Belly support belts

Wondering if anyone here has experience with these. If so curious how good it works, approx cost and where to get one

 Thanks

AMAZEBALLS
on 10/26/16 5:22 am - Dieppe, Canada
VSG on 04/19/16
Topic: RE: 6 months post-op

Thanks! Definitely a new world. I do feel lighter and I have so much more energy! Hope you get your surgery soon

" I may not be there yet, but I'm closer than I was yesterday"

VSG: April 19, 2016, Dr. Beausoleil, Moncton NB, Canada

5' 2'' HW:276 SW:267 CW:149 GW:150 DreamW:136

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