The seminar that I went to was given by Dr. Cottam. Dr. Fisher came in and sat with the audience. The first time I really met Dr. Fisher was at my preop appt. They do it in a group, all of you that are having surgery the same day (4 of us) and then you can see your Doc afterwards if you have any specific questions. He's very straightforward and tells it like it is. Marji

Hi, I had Lapband on 5/10/05, at North Vista Hospital. Dr. Cottam with Dr. Fisher assisting. Everyone said I couldn't go wrong with the best assisting. They are both wonderful. Dr. Fisher is a lot more talkative. I really like both of them. Their aftercare is exceptional and you're with them for life. They both really care about you. North Vista is smaller, but clean and the nurses that are assigned to take care of Dr. Fisher's patients are really caring and know their stuff about this surgery. If you've ever had any open surgery the laprascopic will be a snap. Was for me anyway. My roommate had the Bypass and it was her first surgery and she said it really wasn't too bad, as far as pain. I lost 12 pounds since Tuesday so I'm really happy with everything. I think I made the very best choice using Dr. Fisher's practice. Marji

Dianne, Being tired is normal after such a major surgery. Keep taking your vitamins, drinking your water and keeping your protein up and it'll get better over time. Also walking and working out are good ways to build your stamina. Let me know if you're interested in joining me for a walk at one of the parks like the Marina or Virginia Lake or working out at Gold Gym. Best to you Cassandra DS -105

Has anyone had any problems with being really tired?

Patricia, I live in reno when I had my surgery on march 9,05 ( RNY) I heard that a lady had her hernia fixed at the same time. Don't stress I dont believe a hernia will stop the surgery I have lost 50 lbs in 2 months and wow am I happy. I am 5'7 and I weighed 339 thw day of surgery. good luck and hang in there it and the wait are well worth it.... Dianne