I am new to this forum and I was looking through. I just saw the before and after pictures and you guys are inspiring. I feel so much better now.

I went to see a surgeon for Rny and one for Lapband to learn about both. The RNY surgeon said that lapband is a failure in the USA and that I would be pointless for me. I was so upset at him for putting it down so much. I know a degree of that is because he wanted me to have RNY. BUT I chose Lapband and seeing all of you guys successfully doing it, makes me feel so good.

I know it came with a lot of hard work but I am happy for all of you and can't wait to be on the other side:)

Sorry the doctor was so rude to you. I sometimes think that surgeons do try to sway you into going the route that they feel comfortable with rather than which operation is actually best for the patient. There are pros and cons for each individual...some people may benefit more from a surgery other than the band. But, as far as dismissing it as a failure in the US...that's a load of crap.

You're right...there are tons of people on this site and others who are making huge progress with their bands. So, I'd do exactly as you are...take what that person said with a grain of salt and make your own conclusion about the band. Ugh...some people!!

Thanks for your reply LapBandit. I really dont have that much to loose in the grand scheme of things. I am 230 now and I want to be maybe 140. So RNY seemed so permanent. I am so happy with my decission now and I am totally at pease with it:)