Hi, I'm new here and just starting the process of seeking out the lapband. I have learned alot on this forum in just a few short days. I am anxiously awaiting and see if I get approval from my PCP so I can start the process. I have all my paperwork done and my insurance said that as long as my PCP deems it necessary then everything should work out. FINGERS CROSSED

My BMI is 37 and until I go see my doctor on Monday I am a nervous and excited mess. I'm so ready for this lifestyle change and by reading all your posts am beginning to realize what a big commitment this is but I am so ready.

Looking forward to starting this journey and excited about the changed hopefully soon to come. I hope my bmi being <40 doesn't prevent my eligibility. I'm 36 and after a lifelong battle with my weight am willing to take the next step. My father is 57 and has an extensive cardiac history, I am looking to living a fulfilled active life. My weight prevents that. My joints hurt and I have plantar fasicitis in both feet! Hurts constantly like a muther!

Any input is welcomed and I'm excited about this, just wishing I could get it done and get started already, the beginning is like a slow climb up that first hill on a rollercoaster.

good luck with your appt. dont be afraid to be your own advocate and ask the primary to support this decision. let him or her know that you struggled all of your life and you know this will be difficult and you know that the lap band is just a tool to assist in the weight loss. my doctor wanted to know that i didn't think the band was going to do all the work. tell him or her that you researched this for a long time and you feel that you will be a good candidate. please respond to me directly when you get the news. I would like to know if this works out for you. Good luck

Thank you! Sure will I can't wait