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Here is the link to a great in depth perspective on the Lapband process by Journalist Robert Morgan. Be sure to click through the menu on the top left to read through his journey.Kevin

Quite an interesting story. So much is familiar to me. I get the same impression, that average weight persons think I sit watching TV with pizza and ice cream and a 2 liter of soda to wash it down. While I certainly am able to eat a large meal, it has never been a daily practice.

Also, I found it interesting that he paid $15,000 for the whole package, including a 3 day hospital stay. I wonder if he negotiated a fixed price, or if he was given a discount in return for publicizing his experience.

Greg

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Quite an interesting story. So much is familiar to me. I get the same impression, that average weight persons think I sit watching TV with pizza and ice cream and a 2 liter of soda to wash it down. While I certainly am able to eat a large meal, it has never been a daily practice.

Also, I found it interesting that he paid $15,000 for the whole package, including a 3 day hospital stay. I wonder if he negotiated a fixed price, or if he was given a discount in return for publicizing his experience.

Greg

Greg, I am with you on the eating habits. I truly believe after being banded that consistency of diet is best for your health and the band is a great teacher. My banding was done by Dr. Ortiz and ran almost half the cost of Mr. Morgans. You can contact Lori his Patient Care Coordinator at lori@obesitycontrolcenter.com. She is very knowledgeable and can give you the lowdown on cost and the lapband procedure process. She made it so easy and is always accessible to answer your questions. Best of Luck! Kevin
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Just wanted to let everyone know that he updated this morning. Just be prepared for an "OMGWTF you can't stop there!" moment, lol.

http://www.wcmessenger.com/losingbattle/2006-11-19.shtml

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Checked this afternoon to see TWO updates! one is written by Robert Morgan and the second by his wife. This really is an amazing series of articles.

December 14

December 17

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Just to let everyone following this series of articles that there are updates and here is the latest.

Beachy Keen

Just some observations about the man's ongoing success:

Daily caloric intake is 800 calories

Meals are one cup or less

He is not allowed bread, pasta, and sugar beverages (keeps low-carb)

He is in a formal exercise program at a gym with a personal trainer

His fifth fill put him at 10cc in a VG Band

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