Hi everyone. I have taken the step to have the lapband surgery. It has taken me a long time to get to this point and have two pre-op test to complete. As the time is nearing for final approval, I am getting very nervous. My family is split on my decision, in particular my daughter (14) who is against it and urging me to try harder (running and eating better). :think She is afraid of my having surgery and it is hard to argue with her because although a relatively safe procedure, it is not guaranteed and I understand her fear. Needless to say, it adding more stress to the decision. Thanks for letting me get that off my chest....whew....

My question other than the fear is: Has anyone worked with the office of Dr. Dominick Gadaleta - North Shore Surgical Specialist and if so how was your experience.

:help: Pam

Congratulations on your decision. Welcome

Hi everyone. I have taken the step to have the lapband surgery. It has taken me a long time to get to this point and have two pre-op test to complete. As the time is nearing for final approval, I am getting very nervous. My family is split on my decision, in particular my daughter (14) who is against it and urging me to try harder (running and eating better). :think She is afraid of my having surgery and it is hard to argue with her because although a relatively safe procedure, it is not guaranteed and I understand her fear. Needless to say, it adding more stress to the decision. Thanks for letting me get that off my chest....whew....

My question other than the fear is: Has anyone worked with the office of Dr. Dominick Gadaleta - North Shore Surgical Specialist and if so how was your experience.

:help: Pam

hello i had my surgury with dr. gadaleta and he was great i also like you had fear but i tell you i was fine right after the operation, his team is great espeacially carol, what insurance do you have he no longer takes mine so i'm going nuts trying to get another dr like him.

Hi Futuro2: Glad to hear that about Dr. Gadaleta and you are right Carol is great. I have BCBS and my only concern is a five year weight history from my doctor. How did you do with that?