Hi, my name is Carrie. I am from Hutto, Texas. I am scheduled to be banded a week from today in Monterrey with Dr. Zapata. I am really nervous and would love to hear from people who have been banded by Dr. Zapata.

I have a lower bmi, but also have a heart condition, so my surgery is a little different. I am a nurse. I have been in the OR a million times, but never as the patient.

Thanks in advance for the advice and support!

Carrie

Welcome Carrie and congrats on your upcoming surgery. Dr. Zapata wasn't my surgeon, but I know some of his patients are here and I've heard good things about. Good luck on your journey and keep us updated!

Hi Carrie, bert of luck with your surgery. You will love being banded.

Carrie, welcome to the forum. When you have a question, ask away, someone will give you an answer. Hutto is a nice place. I passed thru there on my way to the ROT rally in Austin last year.

WELCOME! to LBT! this place is an invaluable tool for information and support!

I am from Round ROck and a respiratory therapist, my initial consult is with Dr. Paula Oliver on 9/5/07, SW BAriatrics. Being in healthcare for many years, you see and hear of so many errors and unplanned recoveries..but I feel this is a last resort for me and am up to the task. I am not afraid to take anti-gas, anti-emetics, and pain killers, so hopefully those will cover any problems I might encounter.

Any words of advice?

Gean