I am a newbie and have been very inspired and informed from this website. I too am getting ready to take on the journey with the Lap-Band. I have done all my intitial testing and meetings. I go next week to meet with the bariatric Dr to discuss pre-op information. All my information is being turned over to the insurance and i hope it will be a quick process. I just wanted to say thanks for all that post because it really prepares you for you post op days. I do know from what i read is to make sure you have liquid gas drops and walk as much as possible. I am really excited about this adventure into becoming a new me. Thanks again for all the great information.:w00t:

I am from MS as well. I was banded on July 29th and as of September 14th had lost 42 pounds. I don't weigh myself at home and won't go back to the doctor until November 9th, so I am anxious to see if I have lost any additional weight. :w00t: I definitely know I have lost inches, so I am happy with that!

Hopefully you will be approved quickly. I don't regret this surgery at all; the best thing I ever did for myself!!

It is good to see someone else from MS!

Well, all is going well. I have to wait on my insurance and if all goes well i could be banded on November 18, 2010. This is really exciting. my family is excited as well. i am not going to say i am not nervous but so looking forward to beginning this journey to a more healthier me. I just wanted to thank all the posts. it really does help those that are thinking about this procedure and are also getting ready. Please say prayers my insurance will be nice and approve this very quickly.