I have been reading on this forum for about a month now. I finally made my decision and have sent in my paperwork to the surgeons office. I orignally started out wanting the band but I am now in favor of the sleeve. I hope to hear this week about my consult. My goal is to have the surgery early in 2010. My biggest concern is hunger - that is my biggest battle.

Lynh - welcome to VST, we're glad you decided to come out of hiding and join us. Congratulations on deciding to have the sleeve - you'll be very happy with your choice. Keep us posted on your progress and your surgery date. We're here for you to answer any questions you may have. Just let us know!

Hi there Lynh, and welcome to VST.

Congrats on making the decision on having the sleeve. Keep us posted on your progress.

Thanks for the warm welcome. I hope that I can get the sleeve approved through insurance. I have Fed BCBS - it's a toss up whether they will approve. I have read where they have and have not. So the bumpy journey begins......

Hi Lynh,

I, too, started looking at the band and now want the sleeve. I am pre-op and hope to get my sleeve at the first of 2010. My ins. does not cover the sleeve, so I will be self pay. I wish you luck on your journey! Looks like we will be doing it together!

Ren?