Hello all, This is Tony and I am a newly banded guy. My procedure took place on December 26. Thats right the day after Christmas. I thought of it as a present to myself. The only hard part was fasting during the holiday and not getting to eat all the yummy sweets that my aunt makes every year. The surgery, however, was a breeze for me. Dr. Gellar is an artist with his hands. I woke up and had no pain or anything. If you're in the Louisville area I would definitely reccomend his services. At this point I am down 50 pounds and going strong. I don't regret anything about having the surgery so far.

Hi Tony

I love your attitude, so positive. I am actually in the beginning stages as I am only going to my first seminar next Friday. My insurance definatly covers it so its a matter of getting my fat arse down to the DR and get this rolling. Im located in NH and have been stalking this website for about 2 weeks or so. Lots of good info. Id love to track your progress and here what keeps you so positive.

Welcome to bandland Tony!! It sounds like you have a great attitude and you are truly ready to make a change in your life. LBT is a great resrouce for information and support. Read all you can and ask lots of questions. Good luck on your journey!!

How did you lose 50 lbs so fast????? Are you drinking enough? Wow, keep up the great work!

Oh yes Annie I am definitely getting enough water. I drink at least 8 bottles of Dasani 12oz individual bottles a day. They are scheduled into my daily routine along with at least one trip around my block with a 3lb weight in each hand. Before the loss my back barely allowed me to make it to the mailbox, hahaha. Thanks for your concern though, its greatly appreciated.

Hi Tony,

Congratulations on your success so far. It sounds like you are doing great. Keep up the good work.

welcome to LBT tony! congrats on your band! keep up the great work!

wow man 50 lbs in like 9 days or is that including your pre op diet. Awsome either way!

Welcome to lapband from Texas Tony. You are doing wonderful. Isn't this lapband the best thing since sliced bread ( which I have'nt had any in over eight months now) and don't even miss it. I am nine pounds from goal and thinking about going down ten more pounds. Hang in there buddy it is a great ride.

Hey Tony, Keep up the great attitude. Welcome bandster. I am downstate from you in Brooklyn. Keep us posted!

Lynn