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Hi, How are you doing with gas? I was banded on the 1st and that has been my problem. I am walking 1/2 mile twice a day. It helps but I need something more. Tony

Congrats!! I was banded on the 1st. I only had 1 week on the pre-op and have lost 18lbs in two weeks. It was not hard at all to be on clear liquids; the problem is the gas:( it has been very uncomfortable. I had alot of pain on my left shoulder and the doctor said to walk,walk,walk. I did and by the third day it was gone. I feel ok now that I am on the second week and on full liquids. I hope for the best and remember to walk. Good luck, Tony

Hi, I had my first visit on 07/13/11; sleep study, endoscopy, first nutritional consult and ultrasoud on 07/30/2010. My 6 month waiting period was over on 01/14/11and the office sent my file to the insurance on 01/21/11 and received an approval on 01/22/11. I am scheduled for surgery on02/01. I was only requiered one week of protein shakes with a light meal. I am nervous and excited!!!

Hi, Try this Dr. my friend had it done here and is very happy. http://www.lapbandsurgery.com/index.php

Hello everyone, Does anyone have Cigna PPO? I am going through the process of the approval right now. I read that I could bypass the 6 month wait because of my medical problems. I have had all the pre-op test done. I am ready for the Band. Has anyone had any expirience with CIGNA?

I am looking for a good protein shake. What do you recomend? I feel hungry most of the time with the LEAN SHAKE from GNC.:cool: