Okay it is official, band came out on the 23th and just received a call from the nurse. She received the letter of clearance from the cardiologist, I requested one Friday from the pulmonologist and it is on the way. Only need three weight management visits so the 17th will be last one. Psychologist cleared me amonth ago, again. Visit with the dietetian Thursday, at my request. And think I have to go to a group meeting or a seminar (which I have already done). My insurance only requires three months of supervised weight management. So it looks RNY is around the corner. Actually have to wait about two months at least from date of the removal of the band, and that is okay (that is the doctor's requirement, wants to make sure the stomach heals). What I am happy about that they are doing this procedure as I'm 70 going on 71. So with fingers crossed, and prayers upward I be able to become an offical member (even though I have been since 2010) of this forum. I get to be in the bypass league, and not in between. I am so happy I can complete my journey to prolong my life. Thanks to all of you with all the support that is on the forum.

Good luck...hope all contiues to go well...and quick!