I had my first appointment today.

Weight 249 lbs

5 ft 3 inches

BMI 44

Was thinking gastric lap band until the doctors told me that out of 10 band procedures 3 are new and 7 are removals. Do I am going with RNY! Starting my diet tracking in the morning and getting on the treadmill. So excited for this to begin a healthier new life for me! So inspired by all of the success stories on here!!

Congrats! I was thinking the band at 1st also, but after going to the orientation I learned the failure rate of the band is pretty high. I had RNY 10/29. Down 28lbs! Feeling better every day! Good luck with everything!

welcome to the boards. Glad you are on your way!!

I was thinking of the band too but the failure rate and the port was not something I could deal with. Also I want the fear of dumping. Sad but true. I'm a sweet nut! Good luck and welcome.

have had the band for seven years, not sure who failed who, but I am going to have a revision to RNY on Dec 5.

Welcome to your journey and glad you are with us,

You will find a wealth of information and support here,

Thanks to you all!! Trying to adjust to a 1200 cal diet so far so good. I am having the hardest time so far with not drinking 30 min before or after or during meals!!

1200 calories is not bad. It depends on what you eat. I used to eat only 600 calories and was full. I ate a lot of lean meats and veggies. So my calories came from my starch.

My surgery will be April 2013 so I have 6 mths of diet counseling and a psych analysis to complete before then!

Good luck & all the best