I have had my band for 15 months and have only lost 25 pounds. I only recieved 7 fills in that time frame. I'm pretty sure I will not get my money back, but does anybody know how much it is to get the band removed? I can not eat hardly anything and I still can not lose weight, so I would at least like to be able to enjoy a nice steak every now and then. Please any help would be greatly appreciated!!

Thanks,

J

From reading in other threads, I've heard some say about 5 grand to have it removed if your insurance won't cover it. You might want to do a search , because I know there is a thread about this, I just can't remember the name of it right now.

At the bottom of the list of main lap band forums on the main page of this site, there is a forum for band removal. You might find some additional information there.

From reading in other threads, I've heard some say about 5 grand to have it removed if your insurance won't cover it. You might want to do a search , because I know there is a thread about this, I just can't remember the name of it right now.

Thanks for the response, I really don't want to go back to my doctor to take it out, I don't trust him. I will keeping searching for answers, thanks again!!!

At the bottom of the list of main lap band forums on the main page of this site, there is a forum for band removal. You might find some additional information there.

That helped a little bit I guess, but It does not tell me how much it could be! Should I call other doctors and ask them?

Yes, that's the best idea. Since the cost of the surgery varies greatly from place to place, the cost of removal probably does too.

I know you didn't ask for questions or advice...but if I may be so bold...

Why remove it? Perhaps have it completely unfilled first and see how it goes...I would have to ask myself..."Would I have lost 25 pounds without the band or would I have gained more weight over the last 15 months?"

Also, you may be too tight, since you can't seem to eat. That alone would cause a person to take in liquid calories, which add up and are empty calories...hence weight loss stops.

I encourage you to keep searching out your options...but best wishes in whatever you choose