I have wanted the lap band surgery for the last two years, but my insurance company didn't cover WLS. In September my company changed insurance companies and they approved me today!! Wooooo Hooooo!!! I'm estatic :clap2: I'm looking to get the surgery in December. I need to lose around 160lbs.

I've enjoyed looking at this board. Look's like a lot of support and information going on.

I'm looking forward to meeting ya'll :nervous

Barb

One more (soon to be banded) Texan here.

I am just north of Dallas.

I have 8 more days to go. I am so ready to begin my journey. I think this is going to be the help that I need. I do realize it will be work and the band won't do it all by itself, but it will certainly help me along the way.

Good luck to you all!!!

Is anyone from plano texas

I am having my surgery at the surgery center of Richardson

Cool thread guys i love it

Hey everyone I made some progress i have an appt with Dr. Homero Rivas on 11-10 I'm so excited!! His office help has been so nice to me and i was told his bedside manner is awesome!! so wish me luck

Cool thread guys i love it:kiss2:

Hey everyone I made some progress i have an appt with Dr. Homero Rivas on 11-10 I'm so excited!! :clap2: :clap2: His office help has been so nice to me and i was told his bedside manner is awesome!! so wish me luck:)

A "Big Howdy" from one Texan to another! Welcome to LBT! :)

My DM always said "Good things come to those who wait", congrats to you!

If your in fort worth Dr. Adam Smith comes very highly recommended, plus he also has the lapband himself so he knows what were going through. If everything goes as planned I should have a surgery date scheduled within the next month

Good Luck !!!

Jennifer

Moon G oddess how was your surgery? How do you feel? Take good care...

Hugs,

Another Texan here. DFW area. Going to Acuna, Mexico Novemebr 13th. Can't wait. Good luck to all.

Sherrie

GiGlesTX,

I am currently in the process of going through the pre prep program with Dr. Smith in FW. My insurance company requires this. I really like him and the office. Hopefully I will be approved in early Dec. Glogirl

Hey Glogirl,

Looks like there are a few of us going to get surgery in Dec. by Dr. Smith. I've already completed my psyhc eval and nutrition required Dr. Smith. For some reason my insurance company didn't require this for me. I look forward to talking to you soon. Best of luck!

Did you guys know there is a roller skating group in DFW? I'm tring to get more info.

Sherrie

:clap2: Hi all. I was banded yesterday morning by Dr. Spivak. I'm feeling great today with very little soreness. I just wanted to share my experience. I was a little sore and a lot sleepy all day yesterday:notagree , but feel great today. The treatment at the surgical center was exceptional and they called today to follow up. Food today has been Protein Shake, grits, water and applesauce with no difficulties at all. I just hope your all have as positive an experience as I have had thus far! :)

Katy,

Woooo Hooooo!!! What an excellant report. This definitely relieves some worries I had. I wish you great success

Three more days till I have my surgery can't wait.:clap2:

Hello,

I'm new to the lap band also. Was banded on 10/06/06 in Lewisville, TX, Doing well at this time. I am trying to figure out how this forum works as I have never been on a forum before. I am thrilled that you are here, and look forward to sharing my experiences with others. If anyone can tell me how to set this up I would surely appreciate it. I have lost 10 lbs. since I started and am looking forward to my first fill.