Hello Everyone,

I'm new to this site. I have been researching the lap band surgery for quite some time. I made appointment to attend the educational class on August 3rd. However I'm really leaning more towards the gastric sleeve.

I have United Healthcare and they approve the surgery with the following things; BMI over 40, doctor in network, surgeon in network, over 18, and 2 comor. All above fit me my BMI is 41 and I suffer with Gerd, Asthma and Hypertension. So I'm just praying when the paperwork is turned in I will have no problems. I'm so looking forward to learning more from all of you as ai embark on this journey to change my life for the better.

Welcome! Sounds like you have done alot of homework already on the sleeve surgery. I was also considering the band until I read about all the complications and revision surgeries to the sleeve.

Now it's just a matter of choosing a surgeon that you trust, who's within your network and jumping through all the hoops for the insurance company.:thumbup1:

That's what I'm doing at this time. Maybe you'll get your sleeve before me! :w00t:

Welcome and best of luck to you.

Thanks everyone for your support. I will keep you posted on my progress toward my journey of the sleeve.