Hi! My name is Lisa and I want to have the lap-band procedure done. I only know the information that web-sites have given me, but I wanted to know more from some people that have had it done. What happens before, during, and after surgery?If you guys could help me out, I would be much appreciative.

Feel free to email me at lisidiane00@aol.com or AIM Lisidiane00.

Thanks:)

Lisa

Hi Lisa,

Good choice! Where are you in your process?

Well I've had my band for three months...down 38lbs and loving it! This is the best thing I've ever done!

I had to attend a seminar, psych consult, nutrition consult, and surgical consult to get the go ahead from my bariatric team. After that came insurance approval, history & physical, preop testing (ECK, Upper GI - Barium Swallow, Chest X-Ray), and finally surgery.

Surgery was a breeze.

Nothing has really changed in my life except I eat alot less...I still have to start an exercise routine but I've been pretty busy between working fulltime and grad school.

I've had two fills thus far and they were a breeze as well!

I have a website with some diaries and pics.. It should give you a broad view of what it is to be banded, if you want go have a look :confused:

http://mysite.verizon.net/vze6pwwz/