So, Ok here I am. I am getting banded by Dr. Powell in Dallas on November 1st. So far it has been pretty easy for me. I live 20 minutes from my doctors office and my insurance was approved in 2 weeks. 2 weeks after that I had my surgery scheduled, again a 20 minute drive from my house. It all seems too easy compared to some of the stories I have read online.

I have been chubby my whole life, but in the past year I have been falling apart. I had my gall bladder taken out, horrible acid reflux, and my knees crack and my body aches. No matter my size I have been fairly active in te past and could always go longer than my skinny friends when it came to walking or exercise. NOW, not som much.

I am so excited to have my surgery and I have my final pre-surgery meal planned for this Sunday, since I have to start on my 2 week liquid pre-diet. I am hoping this will change my life as much as it has changed everyone else's life on this board.

Kim

Hi Kim!

Congratulations on the smooth ride you've had so far. You're indeed very lucky in that regard. November 1st is right around the corner! Good luck and please come back and let us know how you're doing.

Welcome Kim! I think we're neighbors! Congratulations on your upcoming surgery! I hope you have a smooth and uneventful experience and quick recovery!

Good Luck Kim! I am going Monday, so I will post when I can and give you all the details. It has helped me when the people before me went and came back and posted.

Kim: Please do come back and keep us posted. Good luck and HUGE CONGRATS!!

Hi Kim & Welcome

Congrats on your upcoming surgery!

This is a great site..full of knowledge and awesome support. We are like 1 big happy family :cool:

No matter my size I have been fairly active in te past and could always go longer than my skinny friends when it came to walking or exercise.

Kim

So it sounds like those skinny, little friends of yours don't stand a chance against the new, improved you that's just waiting to be revealed! Best of luck to you! Please let us know how you're doing as soon as you feel like it. :cool:

Welcome Biggun,

I hope all goes well for you. I am also new to this group and believe me everyone has great advice and support. Good Luck to you. I am still waiting for insurance approval and hoping it wont be longer.

Hi Kim!

Great to meet you and congrats on everything going so well! Now you just have to get through the surgery and you'll be on your way! Let me welcome you to bandland! Come on in the waters fine!!

katie

Hi Kim, what a great story to hear that everything has gone so smooth with you so far. Let's hope this is a sign of things to come for all future bandsters. Good luck with your surgery. Look forward to seeing you on the other side.

Welcome, Kim!! Great to see yet another Texan here! Good luck with your surgery!

Congratulations, I will be watching, my date is Nov 18. Good Luck