I have been reading on this site for about a month now and everyone has been so helpful.I have done all my dr. appts and I am now waiting for insurance approval.I hope it is soon!!!

welcome and good luck with your insurance dont give up if they turn you down the first time. My doc sent it in four times before it was approved

lassie

Hello, my name is Libra and I have been reading your forums for the past 4 months but it is the first time I have posted. I am considering the Lap Band procedure as a way to loose weigh. I am 37, 185 pounds (84 kilos) 5'1'' (156 cm) with a BMI of 36 which makes me medically obese. I am not diabetic but I have high hereditary cholesterol issues. Also a vigorous exercise routine in not an options due to lower back and joint issues. That leaves light walking and swimming as my main form of exercise. I have consulted with my family doctor about getting my cholesterol down and loosing weight and also about the possibility of the Lap Band procedure. My family doctor first recommended a modified diet but indicated she will support the idea of a Lap Band depending on the result of the modified diet. I have also consulted directly with several doctors who specialize in the Lap Band procedure who have told me the the procedure could help me to lose weight.

I would be interested to hear from anybody out there an opinion as to whether or not my personal situation would benefit from the lap band procedure based on the personal information I have provided. It is an expensive procedure and I would like to know from people who have been exposed to the procedure whether it is the right thing to do for me at this time. Or am I rushing into something before I have tried other weigh reduction methods? I have tried dieting, exercise, weigh watchers, etc. Any recommendations?

I really appreciate your input.

Thank you

Libra