I have come across one other person on here in the KC area, but thought maybe I would see if there was anyone else on this board that is from or around the Kansas City area.

Just thought it would be nice to see if there is already a group here. One of the biggest challenges when I had my VBG 12 years ago was no support group, and didn't really know anyone else who had gone through the procedure. The internet has definitely changed that.

Hi. I'm in KC and am at the beginning of this whole process. My insurance does not cover any wl surgeries so I am on my own, but hoping that a benefit of no insurance will be a more speedy process. I've been reading, reading, and reading the posts and conversations from this amazing site, orginally to help educate myself on whether or not I want to go with the lap band or sleeve. I'm leaning toward the sleeve but am actually not able to call the doctor to set up my first appointment until Jan. (due to waiting for my short-term disability to kick in). I am planning on using Dr. Hoen (may have mispelled) as I know someone that has recently used him and have also seen other positive comments about him and his staff on this site. I would love to have someone to correspond with on this site from the area as well and I agree, the internet is an amazing thing!!!

Would love to hear more about your experience!

I sent you a PM with my email, and YES I would love to correspond with you.

Good to hear from a local Sleever (or soon to be).

My big day is tomorrow, April 6th!

My big day is tomorrow, April 6th!

Congratulations! Let us know how it goes!

Congratulations! Let us know how it goes!

There are actully several of us from KC on here. Here is a thread that was started if you haven't see it yet. http://www.verticals...in-kansas-city/

I am scheduled with Mally & New Hope on April 11th. Good luck to everyone on here, I know I can't wait.

Thanks Mystee...see you on the KC thread.

Just to let everyone know, I started a Kansas City area group on the social groups portion of the site. If you are interested in keeping up with one another and supporting one another, head on over and say hello!

Thanks,

Amy