Hi! I am new to the forum and trying to learn as much as possible about the Lap Band. I'm scheduled to attend a pre-surgery seminar with Dr. Curry in Cincinnati on July 25th. I'll be doing self pay so I'm a little nervous about how much pressure will be put on me to schedule too soon. Also, worried it might go the other way and I won't be as desirable a patient as someone with insurance.

My goal is too lose 100 lbs.

Hope to meet a lot of new people on the forum and learn as much as possible.

Welcome. I'm not banded yet but doing everything (hopefully) thru my insurence and waiting for a date. You can learn a lot from here, just start reading the different threads and start your own with questions. Be prepared to Go through tests!

Welcome!!

Welcome

Welcome!!! I have not been band as yet but schedule for surgery on July 31. I have learn so much by reading others theads. Don't be afraid to ask question everyone her is very support.

welcome gosh it does not take long before you are the one giving advice you will learn so much here,

Lassie

Welcome. I have not been banded yet but will be having my surgery on 8/20 and just by being on here a few days you will have a lot of support and if you want to know do not be scared to ask.

Hi all, I have been banded for 5 years now. It's hard but if u work at it....it will be the best thing u have ever done in your life!! Good luck to all :-)

Yay! I'm feeling more comfortable with my decision already just by reading this forum. My family isn't very supportive so being able to get so much info and talk freely without judgement has been a big relief. I'm looking forward to hearing more about eveyone's journey and sharing mine with all of you.

I was banded by Dr Curry on may 14, and he and his staff our great. I was self pay also and they don't put any pressure on you. They leave it up to you to pick the date. I wanted to do it soon, so I did my consult and pre op diet within a month and surgery.

Thanks, Devans. I'm glad to hear about your positive experience. Makes me feel better