Hi everyone! I am new to this board. I am 48/f. I have been thinking about this surgery for the past 2 years and now have made an appointment with my pcp on 3/16/10 for referral to a specialist. I need to stay focused with the help of someone who has been through this. Thanks, Heidi

Hi Heidi, I am a 67 year old female, I had the lap band surgery Oct. 2008, I two had my doubts, but I did it anyway. You lose the weight a lot slower than gastric,I only had to lose about 50 pounds, I have done very well, I have lost 38 pounds, still have a few more to go, but I have just not tried very hard, the band is only a tool, and if you don't watch what you eat the weight doesn't come off very fast. I have no regrets, you will learn as you go on what foods your band will tolerate, all people are differant. Good luck to you.

Hi everyone! I am new to this board. I am 48/f. I have been thinking about this surgery for the past 2 years and now have made an appointment with my pcp on 3/16/10 for referral to a specialist. I need to stay focused with the help of someone who has been through this. Thanks, Heidi

Hi Heidi:

Welcome - I would be delighted to help you any way I can. i see you have already been out to my blog, I hope you find the information there useful. As you have questions or concerns please feel free to post, or PM, or send me and email directly to sandi@bandedliving.com. It is a journey, with hard work and great rewards!