"Everyone in Dr. Tillquist's office is an angel. When I first went to see Dr. Tillquist at a seminar he and CJ gave about weight loss surgeries, I was at the lowest point of my life and coincidentally, my highest weight. I was 317 lbs at 5'9\". So, I decided to make a change for the better in my life. I was tired of being winded from walking just a little bit and tired of my knees aching from just a little bit of activity. I wanted to exercise again! I went to see Dr. Tillquist and met with him and CJ. They never looked at me with judgement or cynicism, only understanding and empathy. They knew what I have been going through because they have seen it so many times before. They gave me every piece of information my little brain could handle and all of the tools for me to make my decision if it turned out I was qualified. rnrnOnce it was determined that I am a candidate because of my asthma and severe arthritis in my knees, Eileen did everything she could to help me along the way to getting approved. Finally, after a little bit of a struggle, I was approved! Then, in September, right before my surgery date I had a setback when I got a weird infection in my abdomen out of nowhere. Eileen did everything in her power to get me scheduled again as soon as I was cleared. rnrnI had my lap band surgery on 11/14/07 and as of today, 4/15/07... I am down 50 lbs. The aftercare was wonderful and I look forward to my visits to get my band filled so that I can update them on my status. They are always so pleasant and friendly, it makes me feel right at home.rnrnI am so thankful to Dr. Tillquist, CJ and Eileen for their help. Without them, I wouldn't be the brand new me I am today... and continuing to grow as I shrink. rnrn"
