Hello everyone. I'm new to the site and super excited because my first appointment to discuss lap band is 06/13/2012. How long after can I expect my surgery to be scheduled? I'm self pay so I don't have to wait for insurance approvals. Any ideas??

I was self pay too, but I tried to go through insurance first. From 1st doc appointment to surgery day was 3.5 months. For you, it'll likely be faster.

My doctor does a fast track program for those that are self-pay and its only 45 days.

Oh and welcome

How exciting!!! My first appointment is 06/12 but I am going through insurance so I am not sure yet how long it will take, I do know my ins covers it!!! Good luck can't wait to hear how your appointment went!!!

I was self pay and I waited about 3 weeks. I met with the surgeon, had my regular doctor do a few tests and was ready. I was on a full liquid diet 1 week before surgery, clear fluids the last 24 hours.

I was banded on April 6, 2012. I have lost 44 pounds with 100 more to go. I have my second fill June 14. I walk 2 miles every day and am following my doctor's LOW carb diet plan.

Good luck to you!