lap band

I used to be anti-lap band, but after the latest ASBS meeting, there is some convincing data that in selected patients it may be the procedure of choice. I cannot ignore the solid data that is out there on banding, so I will begin offering this procedure in October/November of this year. Just wanted to let everyone know as we have had a lot of inquiries. Dr. C The Deaconess Surgical Weight Loss Center Cincinnati, Ohio (513) 559-2545

Hi Dr. Curry, Great news on the lap band. I was wondering if you do revisions? My huband had his stomach stapled back in the mid 80's, and it didn't hold. He didn't have any kind of support back then, from anyone. I have recently had the lap band done, but the Dr. that did mine is not doing revisions. We have looked locally (toledo) and have had no luck. We (he ) is willing to travel ... if a good dr. was found. I told him about how you supported people even here on this website, so he asked me if I'd ask you. Thanks for your time, and reply. Cindy

I do VBG revisions and revisions of Roux-en-Y's when there is a defined problem (such as a non-transected pouch and the staples came out). I don't do revisions on Roux's with normal anatomy, as I'm not sure what there could be to revise... Dr. C The Deaconess Surgical Weight Loss Center Cincinnati, Ohio (513) 559-2545

Dr Curry, Will you be offering a seminar about the Lap band anytime soon? Or do I need to make an appt with your office? Thanks, Tasha In Northern Ky

Tasha, We stopped having seminars for the summer because we had so many no-shows. I think our next one is September 9th. If you want to come in sooner than that just call my office and they can set you up for a consult. Dr. C The Deaconess Surgical Weight Loss Center Cincinnati, Ohio (513) 559-2545

Dr C, Awesome news!! I met with your team back in July and I have patiently waiting for the 'official' news on when the lap bands will begin. Thanks for making my day. Valerie from EES

Thank you for you quick response. My husband is at work now.. he works second shift. But I do know he did NOT have any of his intentines removed. (or bypassed) He just had staples in his stomach to make a smaller pouch section. I am not sure what it was actually called. I am sure that the staples didn't hold.... and he is using his whole stomach when he eats. (he can eat alot). Does this help any? I would love if he could have the lap band done. Is that a possiblity? I am sure you'd want him to have a baruim swollow to see exactly what is going on with his stomach. Maybe I shouldn't be saying he needs a revision.... but since he had stomach surgery before I thought that is what it would be. Thanks again for your time. If the lap band is not a possiblilty for him, what could he have done? Cindy

Dr. C, I am so glad to hear you say that. I have chosen that surgery for myself. I have had my pshyc. eval and I have an appointment with the surgeon next week. Now if my insurance will approve me I will be a happy camper! Kathy

Thanks for the posting Dr Curry! My niece is interested in the lap band surgery and I know that she is going be thrilled to hear this news! I'm emailing her now about it!!!

Hi, Dr. Curry - Would you briefly tell me why you were previously anti-lapband, what info at the ASBS meeting changed your mind and what type of patient do you think is most successful with it? Thanks!