Hi Everyone,

I am just starting my research about lapbanding and found this wonderful website. I am told the waiting list in Alberta and Canada is 2-4 years so I will be going south for my procedure. A friend in my area has had the procedure and is looking and feeling marvelous. I will be looking for a good place to have the procedure in the US or Mexico, so I would love any references. I am also looking at the cost, etc. so I can plan when I can have it done.

I'm excited. I look forward to talking to all of you over the next while. Take care all.

Hi there! Just found your post. I am from northern Alberta. I too have researched the lap band procedure and agree it is the best one to have. I am going to Mississauga Ontario in FEbruary for my procedure. I will pay for it myself ($16,000) but worth every penny. Keep in touch and let me know how you do south of our border.

Hello RoadDancer and welcome. I'm glad you found us.

I'm from BC and chose to have my surgery in Mexico. You might want to look at some of the local Washington and Idaho threads for someone relatively close to you.

Welcome RoadDancer

You will surely find what you are look for here at LPB. Good luck with everything and keep us posted.

Hi there

I am from around the Edmonton area, I am going for surgery July 14, I am nervous. I am going to Dr. Kuri in Mexico. It is going to cost me $7,000. I have already had a hip replacement and now my knees are starting to go. I sure would like to hear from someone that has had this done, I am hoping that this time, this is the answer. I have done everything, Dr. Bernstein, Optifast, Weight watchers and on and on

I am being banded by Dr. Kuri on July 21st. I was actually married in Alberta, 6 years ago and 75 pounds ago. I am looking forward to becoming my old self and visiting Alberta for our next anniversary. Good luck on your surgery. :tongue_smilie:

I don't know where you are at in alberta but I'm from spokane, WA and I had my surgery in Richland, WA. It cost about 9,000. I love my surgeon and his statistics are really great! his name is Dr. Fox.

I read your blog, what an amazing journey you have been on. I hope that this is the answer for me. July 14 is coming up quick.

hahaha yeah it's been a crazy ride but sooooo worth it! I'm sure you will love your band too.