It's been a little over 8 months since I started the whole supervised doctor visits and the surgeon vists. I thought this day would never come. I go in on March 29 to have all my pre-op done. They told me that I would be going a lot of places and even though I have to be in Louisville, 2 hours away from where I live, at 8:45am - I'm super happy! I'm actually having my surgery on 3/31/11 - which is great since I have this thing for odd numbers. They really haven't told me anything from that point on. It would be really nice to know what to expect on the surgery day? Any pointers on whatn I should bring, etc...? It's taken the insurance 3 weeks to finally get back to me and I feel like this is a blessing and I can't wait to see how I look at my High School Graduation that's in June. I know that I may be young but I'm trying to improve my life and my health. I'm ready for the first day of my new life since I am now staggering at 280 pounds.

Good for you & good luck to you!

Sorry I can't help with how the surgery will be - I'm not banded yet. But I'm excited for you. Congratulations on getting approved and getting your date!

I too am not band yet but just want to wish you good luck and congrats.,,

Are you staying in the hospital or doign it as an outpatient? Mien was outpatient: I arrived at 6am, surgery began at 7:15 am and I left for home at 9:30 am. It was pretty quick and for me recovery has been easy.

A huge CONGRATS!!! If you haven't yet, come join us in the March Bandsters (under this category...preop)!

Are you staying in the hospital or doign it as an outpatient? Mine was outpatient: I arrived at 6am, surgery began at 7:15 am and I left for home at 9:30 am. It was pretty quick and for me recovery has been easy.

A huge CONGRATS!!! If you haven't yet, come join us in the March Bandsters (under this category...preop)!

My surgery will be inpatient. Its at 2pm but I have to be there earlier. Thanks so much for the insight.