Kay, I had the band for 9 months, lost 119 pounds, then lost it due to infection introduced during my last fill... regained all of my weight back over a few years and just had sleeve gastrectomy June 27, 2011.. Although it is still restrictive only, it IS different than the band. VSG would probably be closer to the band as you have a pouch like the band and it's harder to get things down. sleeve gastectomy doesn't have problems getting things down, just much smaller "holding area" like VSG because about 80% of my stomache is GONE.

I was told that Dr Oh retired for medical reasons.  Apparently he has a bad back. 

 I find that crysal light goes down a lot better then plain water.  hope that helps!

Steve it appears that you are a Christian, please join us on the Christianity forum, just click on the link in my siggy line then bookmark us. Hope to see you there!

Congrats, it's always great when our surgeries go well. Must be a relief  to get rid of the panni! Hope you continue to do well!