I go today to the 2nd seminar before my initial consultation with Dr. T. My appointment is on the 29th with him. There are some things that I am really nervous about. Specifically, chances of an open vs. laparoscopic surgery, bruising/scaring and above all DEATH. I have a 18 month now at home and he is my life. the thing i fear the most is leaving him without a dad. Iroically much the same reason I am pursuing the surgery. Anybody have any problems with the aformentioned, or ask how many patients have died in surgery with Dr. T. I'll be honest - I was in somalia and i was not nearly as nervous about being there as I am having the surgery.

How have you all coped with these feelings?

Thanks for the feedback Sharona- I hope Monday will go nice and easy for me!!

i have fulfulled all my requirements....the seminar, 2 support group meetings, i received cardiology and psych clearance labwork and nutritional appointments. i am extremely anxious for my appointment -

i am concerned that he is going to make me wait. dr t. required me to have fistulla surgery before he would operate- and i have done this. i see my colin surgeon tomorrow to find of if i am all set or need another surgery. i am afraid i will have to put off the lap band even farther.