I just wanted to say hello to everyone. I am pretty sure that I want to get banded, I am still in the learning process. I go to my seminar on Wednesday, which is required before my surgical consultation. I have been overweight for close to 15 years, I am in morbid obesity category with a BMI in the 40's. I'm glad to be here and I know that I will learn a lot from you all.

Welcome to the forum! This is the best place to be. Now, and especially after banding.

Hi... this is a great place for information.

The band was the best thing I ever did for me.

I have no regrets at all.

Tom, Toronto

Banded July 6 06

Wt. Loss: 160 lbs

I just wanted to say hello to everyone. I am pretty sure that I want to get banded' date=' I am still in the learning process. I go to my seminar on Wednesday, which is required before my surgical consultation. I have been overweight for close to 15 years, I am in morbid obesity category with a BMI in the 40's. I'm glad to be here and I know that I will learn a lot from you all.[/quote']

Welcome and congratulations on starting this wonderful journey. Best thing I have done for myself in many many years. I just had my 1 year and see the doctor today

I don't take any of pre band meds and that is great

Good luck.

Thanks everyone

Hi there, I'm going to my mandatory seminar on August 6th -- let the wheels start turning at last! Our local hospital has these sessions every two months and I missed the one for June, so I am feeling really ready to get started. The extra time has been good for me to learn so much from reading posts here -- many thanks to all who are able to share information and HOPE!

Welcome and good luck!