Introducing Me

[stefgray 0]

Hi everyone. My name is Stephanie. I've been lurking around this forum for many weeks now and have finally registered! You have all inspired me with your success stories and the support you offer each other.

I had started looking into the lap band many years ago, but had to wait for my insurance to catch up to the times. They're finally there (so they say) and I have my first consultation tomorrow (March 12). I'm a little nervous, but so excited it's not even funny.

I am curious, though, about the psych and nutritionist visits. Can anyone tell me what to expect for those appointments?

Thanks very much.

Steph

[cindy11670 0]

Welcome Stephanie, I am new here as well. psych is no big deal about 2hours true or false about youself, I had a nutrition class thats it. easy

[lianna 3]

Lucky you that your insurance will cover this! I had to self pay since my ridulously expensive insurance has a total exclusion on WLS. As for all the pre-op visits, just take them one at a time. They are a hassle but no big deal. Get everything the Nut has to offer in paper form so you have it to refer to.

[*susan* 1,709]

Hi and welcome to LBT! We are glad you decided to officially join us. Like the others said, the psych and nutrition consults are not a big deal at all. Keep us posted on your progress and let us know when you get a date scheduled.

[stefgray 0]

Thanks for your replies. I'm nervous about the dr. visit tomorrow, but looking forward to getting started. I wish I could just have the surgery tomorrow and be on my way!

[flabuless 18]

Welcome steph...best wishes on your dr's visit tomorrow...and we look forward to hearing of your progress. You have taken a very positive step to the beginning of the rest of your fat free life.Congrats

:girl_hug: becky

[kima 0]

Welcome Stephanie!

Congrats! We've all felt that excitement. It's thrilling to feel you can take your future into your hands!... And you will want to keep that feeling in hand as you go through the process of the tests. You need to comandeer your path. The hardest test to get scheduled was the sleep apnea test. My first appointment was 6 weeks out- that was the best they could do for me. I was devestated. I called the next day and asked for a cancellation, and got an appointment two weeks out. I called again on the third day and got one for the following afternoon! I was never pushy just determined. (call early, 9:00 ish when they first open and are getting cancellations!)

I was able to get all 8 of my tests within one and a half weeks of my first consultation when the doctor approved me for surgery. (I was self pay) And I was able to get the surgery date 4 weeks later!

Good luck. Just ask if you have questions as you proceed.

Hope it all goes great!

Kim :kiss2:

banded 1/30/07

223/217/205/135

pre-op/surg day/ today/goal

first fill 3/9/07 1 cc.

[heffer 0]

Thanks for your replies. I'm nervous about the dr. visit tomorrow, but looking forward to getting started. I wish I could just have the surgery tomorrow and be on my way!

I agree with you. Not being a patient person, the more time I have to think, the more nervous I get.

Suzanne

[maryH 0]

congrats Stephanie on this step. I'm still a step or two behind you. As I am sitting here filling out the necessary paperwork that I received from the seminar. I too am anxious for it to proceed, but know it will. Keep us posted Mary

[ericsmom 2]

Congrats on your decision to work toward a better life for yourself...the tests are a breeze...and your surgery will come sooner than you think! LBT is a great place for support, advice and answers to those unending questions...

I'm looking forward to your updates