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Heatheranne good luck to you. I was banded on 5/20 and so far so good. I researched the lap band for about 1 1/2 years. I started my actual journey on 2/19. So the wait wasn't too long from beginning to end.

Hi Nikki I live in Yorktown Heights and I had my surgery on 5/20 at Lawrence Hospital in Bronxville. Where are you having it done.

I was banded on May 20th with the Realize Band. I am feeling pretty good so far. I don't go for a fill until the end of June I think.

It may be a sign of gall bladder. It wouldn't hurt to call your doctor.

I was banded on May 20th also. I am still sore but getting better everyday. My only complaint is that I have this gas pain in my chest that sometimes makes it hard for me to breathe, does anyone else feel that.

The pre-op diet is definitely not easy. I am on the optifast pure liquid diet. This morning one of my coworkers brought in bagels and I couldn't join them, and now they are having pizza for someone who is leaving. I feel for you believe me. We all need to hang in there for our own safety.

Good luck tomorrow. Just think - when you wake up after the surgery, you will be a brand new you. Please keep me informed. My surgery is scheduled for 5/20. Bella

Hi, I am from Northern Westchester, Yorktown Heights. I am going to Dr. Davis and the surgery is being done in Lawrence Hospital. I go for my pre-op testing today, and I am getting a little nervous. I had an ekg done last week and I was so nervous and my heart was beating so fast. I am trying to stay calm today. Continued success to all of you.

Vanessa, where is Westchester are you getting banded. I am going to Lawrence Hospital in Bronxville. Bettina

I love being part of the Shrinko De Mayo. I am being banded on May 20th in Bronxville, NY. Absolutely love the logo.

I started my two week liquid diet today. I am not on Optifast, but I am on Myoplex. The doctor said that was just as good. I guess if we really put our minds to it, we can do it. My girlfriend bought me a buttered roll this morning, and I said no, so that was a good sign, lol. I went back to my desk and drank my shake. Believe it or not, I am full so far. I am going to try to focus on other things and not food. I already told my kids that when I get home from work tonight we are going out. Good luck to you and just remember you are on the next leg of your journey to good health. Bettina

Kat, My doctor uses the Realize Band. Basically, the morning of the surgery, they will decide which one to use. I think it is based on their supply. I don't think there is any difference between the two. Bettina

Hi, I am actually scheduled for the May 20th. I have an appointment with my suregeon today and I meet with the dietician and the nurse next Tuesday. I wish you all luck.

It's so nice that we have each other for encouragement. I am so excited that my surgery is scheduled for 5/20. I am looking forward to a new and healthier me. I would love to hear about everyone's concerns, goals and progress.

I get banded on May 20th and I am so excited. I meet the surgeon on May 6th.