Hello ! I am new to the group and am interested in speaking with anyone who has had the surgery to get some more information. I finally after 3 months received my insurance approval today and my surgery is scheduled for Feb 12, 2007. I am excited, nervous, scared, hopeful and all of the above ! I have been doing some research and kind of know what to expect, but would still like to hear from someone who has already had the surgery.

Thanks

Myrtle in WV

Hi Myrtle, I was banded in June and I'm down 40 lbs. I love my lapband. What types of questions do you have?

Julie, Thank you for responding. How was the adjustment for you ? I know that I am ready for the lifestyle change, however everyone keeps asking how will I adjust to family dinners, holidays, and just in general not eating as much ect...I tell them that I am ready but I have not talked to anyone that has actually had the surgery itself so I guess they are making me overthink this.

Yay!! I am scheduled for Feb 12th too and i'm so nervous and excited. I just can't wait to get it over with.. Less than a month away!

Hi Myrtle in WV,

I,too am from WV. Are you going to Dr. Nease? I talked to his nurse today and called my insurance co. I don't know how long it will take for me to get approval for the banding, how long did the process take for you? Good luck to you, I can't wait to get everything started.

Hey out there! Has anyone been banded in El Paso Texas area? I'm trying to see who would be a good surgeon in that area?