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Thanks everyone for your comments. It makes me feel better to know that the rest of you have the same perspective about keeping this confidential. Good luck all, I am so glad that we have each other for support!

As my date grows closer, I am leaning toward only telling a few close friends about my surgery. I suppose this is due to embarassment, that I could not lose weight the "normal" way, whatever that means. Also, I've had a lifetime of comments from family, and just do not want to go there. Is anybody else hesitating to spill the beans to friends, coworkers, etc?

Hi April, I've asked that question too, and have heard that if you have a desk job you CAN go back in 3 days if you need to, but it is suggested that you take off a week if you have the time. That's my plan. Tally, OMG my date is also 9/3! Are you also with Dr. k? That would be too crazy. We could wave to each other going in and out of the OR. Nora

I LOVED that video. The more I can learn about this, the less scary it is to me. Good luck to all Septembers!!!

I heard that the Realize brand lap band has a port that doesn't stick up as high. Anybody have experience with that one?

Lisa, I'm so glad we found each other at the seminar! I am very excited, and have an appointment with Dr. Kirshenbaum for a consult on 8/8. Please keep in touch and let me know what's going on with you! Thanks everybody for the reassurance about good experiences with Dr. K. How is it working for everybody in social situations? Do other people comment on what or how much you are eating? Also, do you feel the port much, or is it visible under the skin once you reach your goal weight? Thanks all. Nora:thumbup:

Lisa, I'll be there and would be happy to be your buddy. I"m new to all this, and just learning about my options. My name is Nora, and I'll be wearing a white t, black floral skirt, and black and white sandals. See you tonight - save me a seat. Nora:ohmy: