I would like to hear from some Texarkana Bandsters about their experiences. re: doctors, pre and post surgery, and how things are going for them now. I am considering the lap band.

Thats Strange. I Thought The Team In Texarkana Was Extremely Busy Doing Lapband Surgery? Yet No Replies?

aNY BANDSTERS FROM THE TEAM IN TEXARKANA?

Never fear....I was slow, but I got here as fast as I could. I'm a Texarkana bandster.

Thanks for replying, and Happy Thanksgiving. Can you tell me about your lap band experience ? How are you doing with it? Did you like your surgeon, ect? I am dealing with my insurance now about the surgery. I have been to the seminar, but that's it.

i was banded by dr h on 7/14 i have been slow losing but the drs are great and i had it done at the surg. center there in texarkana because i'm self pay and it was a few k's less and the nurses and staff where great there and of course deb and betty may are the best.

i go mon for a fill and i think that after it hings will get to moving

I agree with hippmom, the staff at Precision Surgery is superior. They ALL go above and beyond to take care of their patients. Its almost as if we all belong to a unique little club. Our support groups are informative yet fun. I hope you'll be joining us on the journey to "healthy-ville".

I was banded on 10/28/05. I've managed to carve away 76 lbs. (Just received my 75 lb silver pin of honor!) I am a slower loser than most, however, I have proven that even the most stubborn can win this battle.

I have trouble remembering the golden rule of lapband...the band is a "TOOL not a BARRIER".

You cannot go wrong with the surgeons and staff at Precision Surgery. They provide great support and have genuine concern for their patients. :clap2: Did I mention that they are great yet? LOL

Keep in touch and let us know your progress with the insurance and surgery!

Nancy:scared:

Thank you Hippmom for the reply. Have you had any problems or just having trouble getting the proper restriction? My insurance doesn't want to pay but about 20% of the cost. I am working on that. I can't afford it without help from the insurance. I didn't realize it would be less expensive at the surgery center than out-patient at the hospital. I don't think people have to usually stay over night.

just trouble getting the fill just right the fill on monday will be my 4th fill the last one helped a lot but just a little more and i think i'll find my"sweet spot"

i was the 1st one they did at the surg. center and i guess they still do them there

I have been out of town for the holidays so just read your post. I had surgery at Precision Surgery in June 2006 and it was the most wonderful thing I ever did. I started out at almost 300 lbs and in so much pain I could hardly get through the grocery store. Over the holidays I went on a horseback trip and rode over 10 miles friday and saturday. I got up and rode 5 miles before coming home sunday (yesterday). All with no pain medicine. Life is good again.

My insurance paid for some of surgery and I financed the rest. I waited a long time to have it because of the money. I finally figured that a funeral would cost close to what the surgery would cost, and that was were I was headed. I now feel good enough to work and make the payments myself.

Good luck with everything. Let me know if I can help in any way.

Hi Sugarbear! I haven't had my surgery yet, but I hope to get approval from my insurance soon.(I just need one more nutritional class!) I am using Dr. H and the team at Precision Surgery also. I think they are the best! Very efficent and caring! I just love Ms. Betty and Jamie is a NUT! lol Sorry I haven't posted sooner. Haven't been on the site in a while. Good luck with your decision. Hope everything goes smooth for you.

By the way Jana, WAY TO GO! Girl, you are doing GOOD!

Hey...I am considering the lapband and live 45 miles from Texarkana. I will be self-pay and was wondering how much difference there was between the hospital and the surgery center. Also, are fills included in that price?

Thanks!!

Kim

I haven't been banded yet but I am waiting on insurance approval. Check out the post from "hippmom" a little further up in this thread. She said she saved a few thousand by going to the surgery center. You might ask her more about that. I have never heard one negative thing about Dr. K or Dr. H. in Texarkana. If I get to do the surgery I am going to ask for Dr. K, the lady doctor. I just think I will be more conforatable, and tha'ts who I prefer. I think everyone like them both. If you have any questions just ask, the bandsters on this site are great to help in any way.

Hey Kim.. I don't know bout the difference between the hospital and the surgery center. (my insurance covers). But in the packet that I got at the seminar that Dr. H presented, it states that if you are a cash pay, the follow up visits are free for one year, BUT they reserve the right to start charging you if you don't attend support meetings. It's an incentive thang. But, I think if you are serious bout the surgery, then the support meetings are just something you will want to do.

Lisa

Hi everyone. I just wanted to tell everyone.... All my insurance requirements were met today!!!! I have been working on getting this surgery since April. Please say a little prayer or cross your fingers that Mrs. Betty at PS will get my stuff in and I will be getting approval soon. I'm getting really antsy bout this. Ready to get started on the road to a healthier me!

Thanks!

lisa