during my initial consult my doc recommended plication. Now that I am approved the doctor is no longer doing plication. Should I choose another surgeon????

That's entirely up to you. There is no right or wrong answer, it depends what you feel is right for you.

Did he say why he's no longer doing plication?

I agree with Missy, I would inquire why he no longer does it. That may give you further insight towards making a decision.

He Probably won't do the plication because insurance doesn't cover it (application is still a fairly new procedure so some insurances won't cover it)

This was the reason why I didn't do plication

**just having the plication** wont magically make you lose weight its just an added (bonus).

so get the band, work it as instructed and do it

there are many success stories on here with people (not plicated) who are successful.

Can someone explain to me what plication is?

Can someone explain to me what plication is?

Placation is when they fold your stomach in half and sew it that way with permanent stitches to make it half its size !!! I had my lap band with plication nov 1st and have lost 94 pounds its awesome .

I had the band done with plication done at Duke June 11 2011. I love it because i always have some restriction. My Dr. said they were ordered to stop doing it until there were more studies proving the benefit of doing the band this way. Every center that does the band must have certain certifications and must have done so my for the insurance company to pay for the surgery. My Dr said they should be able to do the band with plication again soon. Another benefit of this type of surgery, it stops the band from slipping. Hope this helps you.