Whether I get the sleeve or band, I would like to tell my banders, "Thank you! from day one for all the support and advice. I made a few friends here and I enjoyed taking with you guys. I've been on the sleeve forum lately, but had to stop by and read what's good with my friends...hehehe. Ok, carry on."

YOU ARE WELCOME. . . GOOD LUCK!

Hi there, good for you to research everything that's out there; you will be so ready whatever you decide. Main thing is you have decided to be healthy -- you are choosing a happy future!

Best wishes what ever you decide

YOU ARE WELCOME. . . GOOD LUCK!

Thanks, joanne.

Hi there, good for you to research everything that's out there; you will be so ready whatever you decide. Main thing is you have decided to be healthy -- you are choosing a happy future!

Thanks, a lot. I appreciate it!

Best wishes what ever you decide

Thanks!!

What made you choose the sleeve? My surgeon said that she never even recommends it cause it's far too risky..

All WLS is a risk. Some a bit more than others but they all carry risks and benefits. It is up to us to do our homework and make the very best, fully informed decision for our own bodies, health concerns and lifestyle. One surgery isn't "better" than another. One surgery is just more suitable for a particular individual.

Good luck to you, going forward, whatever procedure you choose. I hope that it is a wonderful and helpful tool to you to help you reach all of your goals.

What made you choose the sleeve? My surgeon said that she never even recommends it cause it's far too risky..

My surgeon like many in South Fla no longer does the band. Too many are saying the revision rates are higher then the success rates. Thus, the band requires far more maintenance then the sleeve.

All WLS is a risk. Some a bit more than others but they all carry risks and benefits. It is up to us to do our homework and make the very best, fully informed decision for our own bodies, health concerns and lifestyle. One surgery isn't "better" than another. One surgery is just more suitable for a particular individual.

Good luck to you, going forward, whatever procedure you choose. I hope that it is a wonderful and helpful tool to you to help you reach all of your goals.

Couldn't have said it better myself. Thanks!!