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Guest JenniferZ

Hello everyone. My name is Jennifer and I am a complete and total newbie at this. I've just now started thinking about Lap Band and it all seems kinda daunting. I don't even know where to begin, so any advice would be appreciated. Here is a little info about myself:

Height: 5' 5"

Weight: ~290 lbs

BMI: ~47.4

Insurance: Aetna Choice POS II (Open Access)

From what I have read so far it sounds like Aetna is going to be a pain in the butt.

~Jennifer

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hi ...........what part of tx are you from? i am form north tx. and if all goes well i hope to be banded in 2008

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Hi from Austin! I was banded 3 weeks ago, and my state employee insurance totally excludes the procedure, so I was self-pay. That was my new car. It was (and is) totally worth it, because I can see how it is changing my eating behaviors. It's a tool, and you won't be thin in 2 weeks, but it is very "liveable." Good luck!!

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Hi Jennifer, Mistee, TXBandit, and Mellis -

It's always good to see other Texans! I was banded in mid-August, and so far I've lost about 40 pounds since surgery. Good luck to all of you!

B

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I am from Killeen Tx. I had my surgery on 12/20/07. Still feeling some soarness but in all doin ok. I was also self-pay there went my new car also but I am not too sure if it was worth it yet. I am having mixed feelings. I guess im just tired is all. I was on the liquid diet for 2 weeks prior to the surgery and lost 15lbs but have'nt lost any additional weight since then?

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Hello fellow Texans..... I am in Tyler. Just registered here. I go Dec. 26 for my orientation. I'd really like to have this done on Spring Break. Think I could get back to teaching in one week? I really think I can. I am excited about this new adventure. MERRY CHRISTMAS to Y'all...

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Hello fellow Texans..... I am in Tyler. Just registered here. I go Dec. 26 for my orientation. I'd really like to have this done on Spring Break. Think I could get back to teaching in one week? I really think I can. I am excited about this new adventure. MERRY CHRISTMAS to Y'all...

If you can arrange to have it done on the Friday before spring break, the nine days off should be enough to get back to work. I had my surgery on a Tuesday, and by the following Monday, I was ready to go back.

I'm From The Houston Area. Banded 7/16/07. Down 108 Lbs. My 1st Goal Was 100 Lbs. By The End Of The Year ....praise God , Goal One Is History..again Welcome.

Wow Rattler!!! That's amazing! You must be very happy!

B

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Guest JenniferZ

Wow, it is great to see all of the Texans on the board. I am in West Houston, Katy to be exact. Looking forward to learning as much as I can.

~Jennifer

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Hi All!

I'm from Houston. My Bandtastic Day is on Thursday! Im so nervous, but very excited! Any last minute words of wisdom?

Happy and Safe Holidays to Everyone!!

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Guest JenniferZ

Hi All!

I'm from Houston. My Bandtastic Day is on Thursday! Im so nervous, but very excited! Any last minute words of wisdom?

Happy and Safe Holidays to Everyone!!

JayJay,

Who will be performing your surgery?

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Wow, it is great to see all of the Texans on the board. I am in West Houston, Katy to be exact. Looking forward to learning as much as I can.

~Jennifer

Hi, Jennifer...I'm in Pearland (South of Houston for the rest of you). And I have the same insurance as you. I was banded in August.

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Tejas-Rattler and mbsbike -- you BOTH have impressive stats! Way to go!

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