So I started this journey back in august to get the process started for wls. When I first met with my dr I was 100% set on getting gastric bypass but as I've done more n more research I think the lap band is the best option for me. Has any1 changed their minds? I meet with my dr next week for my last appt to submit my paperwork n I'm confident the lap band is for me.

So I met with my doctor today. He said he would do the lapband but he didn't help much. Saying that it was going away, dr not doing it anymore. I asked if he seen doctors doing fills in next 5 years n he said probably not. I think he just confused me more n hate how he's not completely on board with my decision. Ugh sorry had to vent

I'm pretty sure if a surgeon does a procedure, they're required to maintain the band (fills/unfills as needed) for their patient for as long as they have the device.

Not sure about the rest of the story- if you move away or the doc dies or whatever.

something to check into to help inform your decision

can you go to a different doctor? I'm sorry he doesn seem on board. I had a revision from lap band to bypass, I originally wanted the sleeve but my doctor felt I would get the same results as the band. I thought about it and felt the same. I know possibly finding a different doctor will push your timelines back but you'd rather be happy with your doctor rather than resent him later.

It doesn't matter which surgery you chose. They all work because it is a restriction and tool that gives you the tools to get your mind healthier and fix the reasons for the self abuse of food addiction.

I was going to have the Lap-band but decided on the sleeve. My choice but like I said they are all successful procedures that will help with the underlying problems. The rest is up to you hun.

It doesn't matter which surgery you chose. They all work because it is a restriction and tool that gives you the tools to get your mind healthier and fix the reasons for the self abuse of food addiction.

I was going to have the Lap-band but decided on the sleeve. My choice but like I said they are all successful procedures that will help with the underlying problems. The rest is up to you hun.

Exactly!

I was band to sleeve revision and lost 160# post sleeve. First surgeon I went to pushed me to bypass saying my failure with band would be repeated with sleeve. I went to a different surgeon who made a strong case for t h e sleeve and 3 Years out I feel he was right in my case.

Point is lots of varying opinions out there. Get a second opinion. My surgeon gave me copies of researc studies to help me learn about actual results over just individual success or failure stories on a forum.

What I will say is I was anti bypass 3 years ago. I am so "pro" being slender these days I'd have no problem with bypass if thats what it takes.