Hi I'm Sarah. I am just starting the process of getting lap-banded. I am scheduled to attend a seminar put on by the Northwest Weight Loss Center. I know I have some hoops to jump through for my insurance but I am excited. (My husband had gastric bypass done on March 5th, it took a little over a year from when he first started the process to finally get approval and a date. He's already down 80+ lbs since late January.)

We have been married 13 years and have four kids ages 12, 9, 3 & 3.

Looking forward to getting to know you all and learning from your experiences. :scared2:

Congrats and good luck on starting your journey! I was just banded yesterday. May I ask why you've considered Lapband when your husband has been successful with gastric bypass?

Hi Sarah,

I'm in the NW also. My surgeon is dr. Oh, in federal way. Who's your doc? My surgery is May 27th, but it's taken about a year. My insurance required a year of documented weight before they would approve. What is your insurance?

My insurance is through UHC. I don't have a specific Dr for the procedure yet.

I have chosen to be banded over gastric bypass for a lot of reasons. It being less invasive, having a shorter recovery time, being adjustable and even reversible being at the top of the list.

Sarah