My doctor is in the process of submitting to my insurance for the Lap Band procedure. I am keeping my fingers crossed and praying that they approve it and soon.

If all goes well, this will be my 2nd procedure. My first was with Dr. Beth Shrope in Ridgewood, NJ. It was in for 3 weeks before being removed. No medical reason for the removal...long story...

I've gained over 30lbs since the last procedure, 3 years ago and I feel like I'm more than ready this time around. Different Doctor, different hospital, different pre-op and post op instructions.

Has anyone had their surgery done by Dr. Pucci (or any of the brothers in the practice)? What was your experience like? I was very disappointed with my first doctor and the very cold and hands off way their office treated me. Nice, modern office compared to my current doctor, longer process, but much less personalized.

I was told that there are risks with trying the same procedure again...scar tissue, etc. I've had an upper GI and xrays to let him see what's going on inside, but he won't be able to tell 100% until he's inside. I'm terrified that I'm going to wake up from the procedure to find that he couldn't put it in because of complications from the first procedure...even though he says it's unlikely to be the case.

I was told that the best tasting Protein powder is powders?utm_source=BariatricPal&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=CommentLink" target="_ad" data-id="1" >unjury...but I never heard of that brand...has anyone tried it? What do you think? Is it worth ordering online, because I can't find it in stores.

Not openly discussing the surgery with anyone except my husband and BFF...I feel it's private and none of anyone else's business. That's why I think this chat group is so important. I need to be able to exchange ideas with other patients and know what I'm dealing with.

how did it go?