hi there

i am new to this site and am enjoying reading all the stories as im learning so much. i have made the decision to be banded and am hopeful for early oct but need help deciding where s the best place.can anyone help with recommendations.i was considering a surgeon in belgium called dr marc forquet.

Himmeus-

Welcome to the forum! I assure you will learn a lot and get tons of support here. Congrats on deciding to go with the band!

Just curious, where are you from? At first I was assuming you're from the US somewhere and was wondering why Belgium but then I realized you didn't mention where you're from.

My opinion is...there's lots of lap-band doctors out there. Many of them are just as qualified as the next but you have to do your research and check them out. Check to see if their liscense is up to date, see how many procedures they have done, ect. A lot of people here have travelled to Mexico for their procedure and some have had it done in their hometown. It's up to you to do your homework and see which dr. is most qualified, how much their charging and whether it's in your budget and who you feel comfortable with most. I say if there's a local dr. that is qualified, meets your budget and you feel comfortable with him/her then you should go with that dr. there's no need to travel far, that just is just added stress that you don't need.

By the way, you can also go to the "Main Lap-Band Forums" and go to the "Doctors and Hospitals" section and ask around about specific doctors. Chances are you'll meet people who have been to or know a little about a certain doctor you are questioning about.

Hi, I was banded by Dr Marc on 7th May 2007, he is wonderful, I travel to London from Manchester to see him as & when I need a fill, I always take his advice and guidance. I have only had one problem with an overfill, I contacted Dr Marc and he replied within 15 minutes and I saw him the next morning, and all was soon sorted. To date I have lost over 3 stones and Iam over the moon.

Take care, Sheila