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Garth Davis, M.D.
My first impression: rnDr. Garth Davis that he is a very honest and skilled person. rnHe went over the fact that this procedure was a tool, the advantages to my health rnfor using it as such and the risk, I made the final decision. rnrnI have several friends that have had the Lap Band procedure done by Dr. Davis and they have done wonderful. rnrnDr. Davis office staff:rnis very friendly, kind and helpful, they have check with me throughout the process rnon keeping me on target for insurance approval.rnrnRATING MY SURGEON:rnThe surgery was \"Text Book Perfect,\" I was surprised at how beautiful the scars are, no bruising just fine lines.rnrnI highly recommend Dr. Garth Davis and suggest to anyone contemplating Lap Band surgery to engage Dr. Davis as their surgeon, he is awesome in every way. I could not have found a more skilled surgeon or person of compassion to do my surgery.rnrnOnce again to all, I am doing \"Marvelous\" Sandy F.
Member Interests
  • Computers & Internet - Enjoy computers and surfing the internet for wonderful ideals and knowledge
  • Family & Friends - Enjoy my family and friends
  • Pets - The love of my life is a 5 pound Chihuahua named Sassy
  • Cats - A close second is Twinkle a black bright eyed cat that brings much joy.
  • Theater - Adore Theater and consider myself lucky to live in a town that promotes the arts
  • Beachcombing - Beachcombing, the ocean, sights, is to me what a charge is to a battery
  • Administrators - Secretary to the Directors of Imaging / Respiratory
  • Boats - Enjoy boating and catching a fish or two...
  • Antique - Enjoy antique hunting...
  • Gospel - Enjoy gospel music

Latest Surgery Support Comments

  • Comment by Cira S. on 1/7/07 7:46 pm
    Sandy, Congratulations on your surgery! Wishing you all the best and a uneventful and speedy recovery.
  • Comment by bigdooba on 1/4/07 6:33 pm
    Hi Sandy, Best of luck for an uneventful surgery and a speedy recovery. I just had the lapband done 4 weeks ago.If you feel a little down after the surgery just remember it's over before you know it and you're back home. It goes by fast, I felt much better after 2 days at home.The surgery really didn't hurt just a little discomfort.Once you start eating again, you can't believe you even had the surgery. Best of Luck. Dan
  • Comment by Anna Bryant on 1/4/07 6:50 am
    Sandy, just wanted to say. Woooooot your almost there girl!!! I am so excited for you!! Please let us know on the Jan 07 board as soon as you are able that you are okay!! (((hugs)))
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Happy Lap Bander!
on January 2, 2008 8:48 pm
I am so very happy that I have my Lap Band...I would hate to think of life without it!  Check out the difference it has made in my life...
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3 Months Post-OP
on March 31, 2007 9:05 pm

March 31, 2007

Three months post-op and I have not lost the desired amount of weight that I had envisioned. 

The reason for the slow weight loss is that I could not get proper restriction.  I have had four fills in the doctor’s office,this past Thursday I had a fill under fluoro. 

Guess what, that fill did it, under fluoro, the doctor found out that I "Did Not" have restriction, without having the fluoro no telling how many more months it would have taken to arrive at the point that the band was doing its part!
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January 22, 2007
on January 22, 2007 6:31 pm
First day back at work since becoming a "Bandster".
I made it through my first day, I am quite tired and a little weak, but it was so good to be back!  

I have such good support from management  and my wonderful team of co-workers, it is such a pleasure to have a job that you love...
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January 12th Week one a "Bandster"
on January 13, 2007 4:25 pm
 
Today is one week since I became a "Bandster"..... Wish I could say it was not rough, because it has been, but the worst is over! 
 
 Hopefully this coming week I will get some rest..
 
I thought I would be up and running back to work this Monday, wrong.............
 
The only thing that could get me out of this house next week is  
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January 5th 2007 at 8:30am I became a "Bandster"
on January 6, 2007 8:33 pm

The surgery was text book perfect, I was surprised at how beautiful the scars are, no bruising just fine lines.

Was there pain, yes but was and is being controlled by pain medication.  When I was in the hospital, I walked every two hours on the clock, did not miss one walk.   

The worst for me was the gas but again with medication and walking plus the barium given to view my stomach opening gave me diarrhea, which in turn, helped with pushing the gas through.   I am just fine, cannot believe the ease of this procedure.

If you are considering the Lap Band procedure do not be worried, there is discomfort, minimal pain but it passes fast...

I want to thank all my friends that have prayed, supported and comforted me throughout this process. There are so many angels on this message board, I send my love and support out to them at anytime they need me...

The thought of food is gone Praise the Lord!

Once again to all, I am doing "Marvelous" 

P.S....I sure love the tummy support band that my doctor gave me to wear...It fits over my clothes from underneath my breast to my tail bone (it is latex with Velcro) it sure supports your tummy. Check with your doctor, to make sure he has ordered one for you when he discharges you from the hospital, it's great!

Special Huggers to: calgal, Julie C., Jennifer in San Antonio, buenano, cajungirl, Maria M., Amie Straiton, Frances S., Donna Allen, Tesha R., A Q., WannaSew, honeymoo, Kelly Jo W, joenns, Cyndi M., Michael- Smith, Tomorrowsdream, Pamalou,, courtneymariah, Cassie G., Tanya-RN, C. N., Dan E., prettywormen, Nancy P., Anna Bryant, Amanda Miller, acmc6891, Wendy B., Tryin2BaBetter, bmillerspurlock


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