Anybody from PEI out there??
hey Island Guy
How are things going? How is the weight loss?
Nancy,
Have you heard anything back from any of the doctors?
I am looking into getting my lapband done at Slimband ( formely known as Toronto Laprascopic Banding Company - TLBC). It is 16000 cost. They have a 4 year post op program.
I have been looking at the mexico Doctors and I was a little fearful. I know that Island Guy went and had VSG done there. Island Guy, could you tell us a little more about your experience?
Does anyone know of anyone else that has had lapband one. I know of one other person on PEI and she went to slimband.
Kelly
How are things going? How is the weight loss?
Nancy,
Have you heard anything back from any of the doctors?
I am looking into getting my lapband done at Slimband ( formely known as Toronto Laprascopic Banding Company - TLBC). It is 16000 cost. They have a 4 year post op program.
I have been looking at the mexico Doctors and I was a little fearful. I know that Island Guy went and had VSG done there. Island Guy, could you tell us a little more about your experience?
Does anyone know of anyone else that has had lapband one. I know of one other person on PEI and she went to slimband.
Kelly
Hi Kelly,
I haven't heard a peep from Halifax...I was ready to book Mexico for VSG but when my family found out they were so worried and upset I couldn't do it. I know it is my body, my choice, and I know I am an adult and don't need their permission or approval. However, I also don't want everyone stressing out about me. I figure I'll give them a bit more time to get used to the idea.
Plus we will be moving at the end of June. My husband left in the middle of Nov. so I'm responsible for the house showings, the kids, etc. I started a new job in Ottawa and I'm doing some travelling back and forth - so I'm not sure this is the best time. It is hard to wait......
I mentioned Mexico to my family Dr. she said she thinks it is better to have surgery in the US & Canada. She also said that she knew I could lose the weight (since I have 2ce before) - but felt I need to have it done where I would have ongoing support. So I'm thinking of that as well.
Glad to hear from you. Let us know how you get along.
Nancy
I haven't heard a peep from Halifax...I was ready to book Mexico for VSG but when my family found out they were so worried and upset I couldn't do it. I know it is my body, my choice, and I know I am an adult and don't need their permission or approval. However, I also don't want everyone stressing out about me. I figure I'll give them a bit more time to get used to the idea.
Plus we will be moving at the end of June. My husband left in the middle of Nov. so I'm responsible for the house showings, the kids, etc. I started a new job in Ottawa and I'm doing some travelling back and forth - so I'm not sure this is the best time. It is hard to wait......
I mentioned Mexico to my family Dr. she said she thinks it is better to have surgery in the US & Canada. She also said that she knew I could lose the weight (since I have 2ce before) - but felt I need to have it done where I would have ongoing support. So I'm thinking of that as well.
Glad to hear from you. Let us know how you get along.
Nancy
Hey Nancy,
I am really thinking of getting it done by Slimband since they have a 4 year post op program. Whi*****ludes the fills. If you are moving to Ottawa, it is closer than PEI and they would have someone in Ottawa to do the fills. For the price difference and the extra support I would really consider having it done in Canada. I think that just getting the band is not goiing to do everything. They said to me the band will do 50% of the work and the other 50% is diet and exercise.
We have started a facebook group for slimband clients. If you ever consider doing it in Canada let me know and maybe you would like to join our facebook group. Great support there and people tell you how it really is.
When do you think you will be moving?
Kelly
I am really thinking of getting it done by Slimband since they have a 4 year post op program. Whi*****ludes the fills. If you are moving to Ottawa, it is closer than PEI and they would have someone in Ottawa to do the fills. For the price difference and the extra support I would really consider having it done in Canada. I think that just getting the band is not goiing to do everything. They said to me the band will do 50% of the work and the other 50% is diet and exercise.
We have started a facebook group for slimband clients. If you ever consider doing it in Canada let me know and maybe you would like to join our facebook group. Great support there and people tell you how it really is.
When do you think you will be moving?
Kelly
Hi Kelly,
We will be moving at the end of June once my oldest graduates from HS.
I have ruled out the band but I appreciate the offer to join the facebook group.
After doing my research I haved decided the only surgery I would consider is the verticle sleeve. On the VSG forum there are a number of people who switched from band to Sleeve because they had problems. I know there are lots of people who have had success with the band but its not for me.
Once I'm in Ontario I'll have to see what options are available. I know Dr. Christou does the sleeve for 22,000 but I really don't see myself taking out a loan to pay that much.
Keep me posted, hopefully you will get a date soon.
Nancy
We will be moving at the end of June once my oldest graduates from HS.
I have ruled out the band but I appreciate the offer to join the facebook group.
After doing my research I haved decided the only surgery I would consider is the verticle sleeve. On the VSG forum there are a number of people who switched from band to Sleeve because they had problems. I know there are lots of people who have had success with the band but its not for me.
Once I'm in Ontario I'll have to see what options are available. I know Dr. Christou does the sleeve for 22,000 but I really don't see myself taking out a loan to pay that much.
Keep me posted, hopefully you will get a date soon.
Nancy
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