Another Failed LapBand

Dear Dr Rutledge I had a lap band placed in April 2007. I lost about 30 lbs initially and never was able to get to the “right fill” for weight loss. A year later, I developed an incisional hernia that I had repaired.  The surgeon I chose to do the repair was a general surgeon …

Failed LapBand Patient

Another Failed LapBand Patient "Hello, I am new to this MGB site. I have been trying to get all of my requirements completed for surgery. I feel like I am almost there. I am going to Las Vegas hopefully at the end of Oct. 09. I would love to here from everyone  about their story and their …

Happy Post Op Canadian Patient

Denise Onederland today - YAY! Had my surgery Jan. 14/09 and am 100 pounds off! I feel great! I now weigh 175 pounds. Now my nickname is "Slim" I'll take that anytime. My friends that had the MGB the same time as me have far surpassed me but that's ok - everyone loses at their …

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New Study: Revision Surgery after RNY Gastric Bypass Only Leads to 18 lb Weight Loss! http://ping.fm/WBzVL One of the common long-term problems with the RNY is weight regain Revision surgery of the RNY led to only 18 lb weight loss.

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Kim commented: "My husband, brother in law, and 3 best friends had MGB. My dad and sister had Lap band. No comparison between the two. If you want to throw up everyday....and feel like you have something hung up in your throat, get the lap band. The results with MGB are superior!!