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In a very round about way, I finally have my surgeon consult appointment. I went to MeritCare in Fargo, ND for my info seminar in March, and had my psych eval in mid April. I got a phone call from the appointment scheduler and they couldn't get me in until JULY 24 and said surgery wouldn't be for a couple months after that. WHAT the HECK - I thought that was a long time to wait and I really wanted to get this done before my daughter starts kindergarten in late August. When I was considering having this done, I had researched both Fargo, ND and Sioux Falls, SD (we live in between) and had decided on Fargo as I have family in the area. I decided to call Dr. Thaemert's office in SF and explained my situation. She said that they could see me on May 18 - that is over 2 months earlier than I could have gotten in in Fargo and she felt that I should be able to have the surgery before mid August. I took the appointment and am in the process of getting all my info together.

I am so excited. I have about 140 pounds to lose but I know I can do it with the help of the Lap Band. I have been around the board for a while but haven't had much to post until now. A 2 week wait sounds much better than a 2 1/2 month wait. I have BCBS of Minnesota and meet their guidelines so hopefully there won't be any problems with them. I have emailed back and forth to the clailms person and am keeping my fingers (and toes) crossed.

Sorry to ramble on but I am so excited!!!

Robin

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I too am in the waiting phase. I have my consultation with the surgeon on May 21st, my pysche eval on May 23rd and meet with the nutritionist on May 23rd. I can't wait to get the band and start my new life. Good luck to you.

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Keep us posted when you get officially approved ----- Good Luck!!!

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