I had my Realize band "installed" by Dr. V at Miriam back in May of this year.  I have no complaints at all about my experience.  The only thing that actually is a little funny about my time there is that all the nurses are these tiny little things!  I got a chuckle with the little things having to help move around and support "the heavy's". 

Thanks Lisa,   I haven't tried those.  They sound good.  I will have to pick up some. 

Eldy

Hey Rhodys :)

I got my surgery date for the lapband!  Im excited, nervous, anxious and uh......think that covers it!

Anyone particpate in local support groups and if so which ones?

Miss Cathy,

I have it on my calendar as the 2nd Wednesday of the month.  THat would make it Oct 14 for this month.

Hope this helps!
~kelly jo

So, Brian, tell us how you really feel about this!  Just kidding. Sorry, couldn't resist.   I don't blame you for being furious about this situation.  I swear sometimes the staff at these surgeons office forget that we are "people" and not just "appointments".  It would have made your life a heck of a lot easier if they had called you and let you know in advance.  But thats over with now.  Take a deep breath.  Be satisfied that you did have your say with them ( alot of people would have vented but not to the staff).  Now focus forward and prepare for the surgery.  Once that takes place this will all be history.  Just another pre-op story to tell.  One that maybe will save some poor pre-op soul the same aggrevation.  Good luck to you and let us know how things are progressing!   Take care, Brian!   Eldy