ddorman67

Hi Connie, What is the "NEW Program"?

The band is not for everybody... that's for sure. A friend at works sister had the band and with it some very serious complications that almost killed her. You have to go into the whole process knowing all of the risks and even the fact that it does not work for everybody. My cousins wife has had it for over 10 years now... she had one fill after she got it and then never went back. She has learned to eat pass the band and has since gained weight. I was banded back in June of 2009. I am down 104 lbs. The weight is coming off slowly and steadily. THIS WAS THE BEST DECISION I HAVE EVER MADE!!

I live in Norwalk and work in Buena Park. I was banded back in June of 2009. I am down 102 lbs so for. I have 17 to 27 more lbs to go!! This was the best decision I ever made. It hasn't been easy, but I feel great!!

I also have a PPO.... Anthem Blue Cross. I have not paid one dime out of pocket.

I am in Norwalk.

Agreed!! Cheri.... you look FABULOUS!!!

LOL :thumbup: I know that I should NEVER say only... My bad!! I am averaging over 4 1/2 lbs a month!! I think that is great!! Thanks for the words of encouragement!! We need to have each other's back!! LOL

Happy Anniverysary to all of you too!! I am only down 55 lbs but I feel so much better than I did a year ago!!

I finally hit the 50 lb mark!!:confused:

I had my surgery on 6/18/09 and I have 47 lbs. I am happy with the time that it is taking to come off. I did expect it to come off faster, but it is giving me a chance to actually work-out and work off the flab.

Wow, Congrats!! 70lbs is a lot!!

I am down 45 lbs.

I have only lost 30 since my surgery on 6/18/09. My doctor says I am right where I should be. I just had another fill on Saturday... and I can really feel this one. He says the weight should start coming off quicker now. Although, I do not want to lose it too fast.

Amen to that!! I agree with you 100%!!