New and Excited

[toyrenee 0]

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.

[KabinKitty 10]

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:

[Maddie 9]

Welcome and best of luck to you.

[toyrenee 0]

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