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Name: Tina P.
Username: beachcomber3
Location: Fairfield County, CT, USA
Member Since: 10/28/2006
Post Op
Surgery Type: Lap Band (02/11/08)
Surgeon: Geoffrey Nadzam, M.D.

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Surgeon Testimonial

Geoffrey Nadzam, M.D.
I had my first appointment today with Dr. Nadzam. What a great experience! My husband Jim came with me. Jim had many questions and Dr. Nadzam answered all of them thoroughly. He put my husband at ease and Jim left the office feeling better about the surgery. Dr. Nadzam explained the procedure carefully and we discussed the advantages and disadvantages of the surgery. We agreed the lap band would be the way to go.
His office staff was very friendly and upbeat.
So I called the nutritionist and psychologist and am waiting to schedule my appointments. I am on my way!

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Comment by Moe Linda on 2/11/08 9:09 am

I just wanted to wish you luck on your big day! Best wishes! Keep us updated!

Comment by judyanne on 2/8/08 7:49 pm

Monday is your day! Just remember you are on the journey of a lifetime. Try to enjoy every minute. It may sound weird now, but know that you are cared for and prayed for here, and all too soon this will be but a memory and you will be an inspiration to someone else. I am waiting for you on the losers' bench! ~JudyAnne~

Comment by Bev_M on 2/6/08 5:37 am

Hi Tina, I am rooting for you big time. I'm polishing off that spot for you on the loser's bench. You will be home by Tuesday I expect so if you need anything just give me a holler. I'll PM you my contact numbers. Monday is the big day that will change your life forever. Love and Hugs, Bev

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I am on my way....
My surgery was performed on Monday, February 11, 2008!!!

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Home Safe, Sound and Banded!
on February 14, 2008 9:24 am

I am home safe, sound and banded.
Everything went well!

My liver was small! The pre-op diet resulted in an almost 10 lb. loss and I am down another 4 lbs since the surgery on Monday. I feel very good. I didn't need any pain killers during my hospital stay. I did stay overnight and my stay at the hospital was disappointing, to say the least. Out of 3 nurses assigned to me; one was fabulous, one was good and the first, just awful.
I couldn't wait to get home. I am fortunate that I am in little pain. I am adjusting to my low fat full liquid meals. I will be on this until my post op appointment on Feb. 27.

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Monday is almost here!
on February 9, 2008 10:55 am

I can't believe that Monday is almost here. I have to be at St. Raphael's at 6 AM. I am excited that it is early in the morning. I pray that the pre-op diet has worked to shrink the liver and that surgery is a go.
I am trying to think of all the things I need and plan on getting everything all ready for my recovery.
I feel confident in Dr. Nadzam. The last time I saw him was Jan. 18 for my endoscopy. I was a wreck and he came over to me before I went in for the procedure to say hello. As he left to get ready, he squeezed my hand and all my fears left. A simple thing like that! In the room, he explained everything he was doing and as soon as the meds were administered, I went to sleep! Woke up in recovery! Simple and uneventful!
Let's hope Monday goes as well.

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Pre-Op appointments
on January 17, 2008 5:18 pm

I had my endoscopy today as well as the priority testing.
Very thorough pre-op requirements. I had a chest xray, an EKG, blood work, a meeting with the anesthesia nurse and a complete physical. Next step is the pre-op meeting!

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