Sa_Zoo

So I just had an appointment with my doctor to get a referral for the lap band process and surgery. I got approved and she signed me up for the class scheduled for 9/14 that talks about what goes on in the surgery and once that's done, I give my doctor a call and she will refer me...this is very exciting for me. There's no turning back now. :confused:

That's SUUUUUCH a relief to hear! Although I still haven't decided to go with Kaiser yet (I'm asking other people I know who their surgeons were), Kaiser would definitely be better due to my mom's insurance. Congratulations on your amazing transformation!

I heard rumors that Kaiser makes you wait almost a year between when you first tell you doctor about wanting the surgery and when you actually get your surgery. I'm guessing this is false? It just depends on when you lose your 10%? I decided yesterday to get the surgery and I meet with my doctor to discuss it tomorrow. I'm super nervous and hope I can get approved!

I feel the same way. I have just started the journey into trying to get the surgery, but right now I'm only 18. I understand how you feel about the age deal. There is one other person on this site, apparently, who's my age so you're not alone here

I'm also a newbie. I haven't gotten approval to get the surgery yet...that happens tomorrow hopefully. But, I did see somewhere in the forums of someone who actually got banded way more than 5 years ago...I can't tell you exactly how many but it was significantly more. I'm really nervous too...but hang in there...many of these posts will help you get through in the beginning and throughout the rest of your journey

Thank you so much for those who replied. I feel better just reading what you have to say. I haven't gone to a seminar yet. So far, I've looked at the posts that are made on this site and also talked to a friend of mine who got banded six months ago. I am calling my doctor today to schedule an appointment to discuss my options and whether I'm qualified (which I am). I'll be sure to keep you updated. Thanks!:biggrin:

Hello, everyone. Today I decided that enough was enough....I have decided to get the lap band. Tomorrow I plan on making an appointment with my doctor to discuss my options. I have to admit, though, I'm really scared. First off, I'm only 18. Many of you might think that it's too young of an age, but I have been struggling with my weight all my life. This included yoyo diets, exercising, and even some not-so-proud methods such as starvation and diet pills. I'm scared of what my peers would think, what the risks are with surgery, and what would happen once I make the drastic changes in my diet. I'm worried about not getting enough nutrition and that my body would become unhealthy due to lack of Vitamins and Protein. I still have so many questions in my head about this but I don't even know what to ask. This is all very scary for me.