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Hi Jen, I will also be going through Genesis. I live in Durant. My primary doc is one of the surgeon's wife. I hope she will understand what I have been through in this weight loss battle. I sometimes feel like I am giving up, but I really feel the band will be a great tool for losing and maintaining. Did you have to do the psychological and nutritional counseling? Do you know if Genesis requires all of that. My sister is going to have gastric bypass and has been going through the counseling since Oct 07. Thanks for posting.

Hello to all. My name is Barb. I am from Iowa in the United States. I have been thinking about the lapband for a couple of years, and have made an appointment for an educational seminar; I go February 14th. What is next in the process. I haven't talked to my primary care physician yet. I did check into if my insurance would pay for the surgery....looks like it, but not sure. My BMI is 42, but I have no health problems. Anyone else like this? I don't want to have diabetes in the future....both my parents have diabetes now. I have knee and back problems and see a chiropractor every month. I have tried WW, Nutrisystems, fad diets, pills, fasting over the years. I do great for several months, and then back slide. I know it is a mind thing, but I would like to learn more about the lapband. I think it would be a great tool for losing and MAINTAINING my weight. I look forward to hearing from whoever would like to respond. Thanks, Barb