georgegirl

A support group would be great! Count me in.

My surgery date is 8/25/09 and I met with the dietitian last night. The post diet makes me a little nervous. Especially the thought of getting something 'stuck'. Especially since I tend to 'scarf' down my food, this is going to be a big change.

:thumbup:Surgery date August 25th, 2009. Can't wait!!

I totally understand the feeling of helplessness as far as weight loss is concerned. Even if I lose 20, I know from experience that 30 + is gained and after half a life time, that equals 100 over the "ideal". I am scheduled to be banded 8/25/09 and because of my insurance, I had to begin the 'process' of insurance approval 2/2009. I wasn't sure at the time if I would go thru with it but I didn't want to wait until 2010 and wish that I had already started the ball rolling. Now that I have been approved, and failed to lose weight the last 6 months, I know this is the right decision. Maybe taking steps towards banding..just in case you decide on that avenue...would help you feel more in control.

Thank you for your response. I'd love to hear about your progress.

I am working thru my insurance requirements and hope to begin the insurance approval process in a couple of months. I am curious about other Bakersfield patients experiences with the lap band and how happy they were with Dr. Irani. Thanks!