luckyinlove

Good luck to you your doing so well and I would love to see pictures of your belly.

Sounds like your doing so great. Keep up the good work - your an inspiration.

It sounds like you had a bad experience. I am using the same Doctor for my lap band surgery. It was suggested to me that I choose from 2 nutritionists who deal strictly with lap band candidates. I was told it would cost 250 but I could choose one that took my insurance up front. I did go to the one that was suggested by the office and she spent an hour with me and said I would be able to see her free of charge for the next 3 months. I then submitted her charge to my insurance company for reimbursement. I have to admit that their office staff leaves something to be desired, but I think that's a prerequisite for any Doctors office. I had to discuss my weight loss efforts for the last 5 years and also document them. I have liked Dr. G the several times I met with him and really didn't notice he was below average height. Sorry you had a bad experience and wish you luck with the next Doc you choose .

Yes, thanks for sharing. It didn't even dawn on me that I will not be dieting once banded. Embracing moderation? Hmmmmmm. That's a novel concept. I guess thats how regular people do it. LOL

Congrats! Take it easy, don't overdo.

Wow, thats great! What a nice start before you were even banded. Heal well!

Good luck and congrats in advance. Along with you I find all the answers to my questions by reading and reading all the posts on this site. You are amazing to have lost 95 lbs before the band, and will be so successful after you are banded in losing the rest of your weight. You are an inspiration.

You are right, there are jerks everywhere. You can also talk to me anytime, I'm also nice.

Congrats!!!!! A baby will change your life. Have a happy, healthy pregnancy.

Congrats!!!! Hopefully I am on my way soon too. It seems you are doing all the right things to get it done. Good luck on your journey.

LOL Good story.

Congratulations, I hope your recovery is an easy one. Your on your way!

Fantastic!! Your an inspiration.

Good for you! I am so happy your going to keep on keepin on even though it seems like there have been many obstacles put in your way. Your doing so well!!!!

Hello:wub: Happy Valentines day to all. I was wondering if anyone has used the Doc I am going to use. He is located in Syosset, NY and his name is Dr Geiss. He has an amazing rep, but was hoping for some personal experiences about his staff etc. Thanks, LIL

Hello:wub: Happy Valentines day to all. I was wondering if anyone has used the Doc I am going to use. He is located in Syosset, NY and his name is Dr Geiss. He has an amazing rep, but was hoping for some personal experiences about his staff etc. Thanks, LIL

Don't let those assholes dictate the direction your life will go in. Maybe its some kind of test. I have been following what you write and am very inspired by you. You look great and have come so far and imagine how nice it will be to have the band to help you later on. Don' give up.

Ok, I guess its time to get serious and write it down because it's real. I am morbidly obese and have tried everything and need help. So lap band land get ready I'm on my way. I keep having mixed feelings but I have really decided that this is what I need to do to get my health and my life back. I have managed to gain 15 more pounds since my first post. Oh, I will definately get approved by my insurance company. Good job. I have done all my testing except for cardio stress and echo, which are both scheduled for March 8th. I'm hoping to be approved soon after that. My wonderful loving husband is a little scared about me having surgery but I want to spend a lot more time with him so this is the way to go. I will try to post often. Again thanks to all for sharing your experiences. LIL

Ok, I guess its time to get serious and write it down because it's real. I am morbidly obese and have tried everything and need help. So lap band land get ready I'm on my way. I keep having mixed feelings but I have really decided that this is what I need to do to get my health and my life back. I have managed to gain 15 more pounds since my first post. Oh, I will definately get approved by my insurance company. Good job. I have done all my testing except for cardio stress and echo, which are both scheduled for March 8th. I'm hoping to be approved soon after that. My wonderful loving husband is a little scared about me having surgery but I want to spend a lot more time with him so this is the way to go. I will try to post often. Again thanks to all for sharing your experiences. LIL

I am just now going through the testing phase before banding and really enjoy reading your blogs. It sounds like your doing really well. Hang in there and keep on blogging. LIL

Thank you all for all your honest sharing. I have not yet been banded, but have had my initial consult with the surgeon. I want to diet now but don't know if that is smart to do at this point since I have not yet gotten approval from the insurance company. I am at about 260 now and can get down to about 230 but never below. At 5'4 inches will that be a number that is high enough to get banded. Any input about this would be appreciated. Thank you.

Thank you all for all your honest sharing. I have not yet been banded, but have had my initial consult with the surgeon. I want to diet now but don't know if that is smart to do at this point since I have not yet gotten approval from the insurance company. I am at about 260 now and can get down to about 230 but never below. At 5'4 inches will that be a number that is high enough to get banded. Any input about this would be appreciated. Thank you.