I've know about the lapband for quite awhile but just a few days ago I was able to talk to someone who actually had the surgery...a doctor no less. She was just banded 3 weeks ago and can't say enough good about it and her doctor. I need to lose 100+ pounds. I have several issues interfering with weight loss and now some medical issues are beginning to surface. I'm in my late 50s, is it too late for me? I want to live to see my grandchildren's children! Any help :help::help:, advice...good and bad would be appreciated.

Well i see a number of people on here that are over 50 and seem to be doing well. My Mother was banded and she is 71. She is doing great. The surgury was fine and the days after were the same as everyone else. A little gas pain the next day or two but no big deal and she was up and walking around that night.

Hi Thread,

I like you am 50, I have a BMI of 38.5 and preexisting conditions of diabetesII and high blood pressure, not to forget family history of heart disease. I have gotten to the point where all of my paperwork has been sent to the weight loss program at the hospital and they will submit to my insurance UHC HMO. Has anyone had any experience with getting approval from them?

This is the best present you could give yourself and your family!

Keep positive!

Donna, ILlinois:)

Hi dear, I too am over fifty, my BMI was 56. I went to Getbandednow.com and have lost over 125 lbs and still losing. Its more than just getting a band. Its the nutritional guidance and support. Its talking to the Dr. directly for advice and direction when needed. They are relly there for me lomg after getting my band.

I'm 58 and was banded in March. I haven't lost a lot but I AM LOSING! I was a lower BMI so I don't know if I'm losing slowly because of my age, my BMI, or both. Check out this thread for lots of great info: http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f17/how-weight-loss-people-over-50-a-21117/

Good luck on your decision! Karen

Honey, you are not to old...I am 54 years old and I had the band put on 4/06/07 and I have lost 37 lbs...I would do it again, tomorrow....

I haven't made appt. with doctor yet. I'm still in the learning phase, trying to get the good, the bad and the ugly re banding. It is a drastic step to take, but when all else fails...and your health is beginning to fail too....

I love being banded. I am down 52 lbs this year without dieting. It is the best thing I have every done. I finally have the right restriction so the weight has started to come off again. Just remember that the lapband is a tool. You still have to put the work into it. My first year I didn't exercise very much so my weight loss wasn't as good as it could have been. In any case, I love my band. You will love yours too. Good luck.

How was your experience at the hospital? I am researching TJ, MX surgeons and have not heard a lot about this one. Thanks in advance for the info.

My experiene with the team at Getbandednow.com has been and continues to be exemplary (sp). The dr.s email and call me whenever I have a question. Fabulous treatment.

Dear I am banded now for several years I would be happy to chat with you. Anytime just call me.

Everybody is so positive, I am hearing such good things. I am just about at the point where I think I am ready to make an appt. with the doctor to begin the evaluation process. I don't think I will have any problem qualifying.

The surgeon/hospital I went to is a Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence, and I can't say enough about the quality of information, pre- and post-surgery care, and the overall program. They're very careful to make sure you know all the positives and negatives of the various kinds of bariatric surgery, and what kind works best for different kinds of eating habits, etc.

The Surgical Review Corporation (Surgical Review Corporation) has awarded the Center of Excellence title to 225 hospitals and 465 surgeons across the country - you can find one through their website.

Hello jvflorida,

I just wanted to tell you that you are never to old to take charge of your health. It is the best thing that you could do for yourself and your family. Your grandkids will love to be able to have fun time with you at the park, mall, etc... you get the idea. There are a lot of people throughout this site that is close to your age group and loving their new tool. Best of luck. Keep us posted.