Good morning all Im new to this site and its my first post

I just had my first visit with the Surgeon and he has told me im a prime canidate for the Lap Band , i just now have to get threw all the tests.

My silly question at the moment What does everyone suggest to bring to wear on the way home, I know my belly will be sore, so your suggest

i buy a pair of loose fitting Sweats of go the baggy Dress option.

Thanks in advance

Irishgirl:rolleyes2:

Hi IrishGirl359, u said u are in N.Y.C, Where in the city are u?

My Doctor is at St.Lukes Hosptial, but does surgeries at Roosevelt too, that's where mine was done, I wore sweat pants and a tee shirt with a heavy sweat jacket, wore sneakers, because I knew someone would be there to tie them for me, I already lost 38 pounds from 1-24 to now

Good luck with your surgery.

Im On Long Island and I went to Dr Galadeta he works out of North Shore Hospital

congrats on the weight loss so far.

Did you have to go thru all those tests I have listed ?

Hi Irish, my experience seemed simple when I read some of the messages in this thread. I had the pre-op physical with EKG, blood drawn, and chest x-ray. That's it! I was self-pay, so I don't know if that matters. Perhaps it depends on the requirements of an insurance company. My nutritionist charged a one-time fee of $150 for 6 months, including the initial consult. My psych eval was also $150.

I had horrible pain after my surgery. After speaking to many patients, I think my experience was not typical. I didn't even want to get dressed. I left the hospital in the hospital gown!! Make sure you have a pillow to rest against your belly on the way home. Every bump and turn of the car may cause discomfort.

One thing I would like to put out there. Keep your medical receipts and track your out-of-pocket expenses. You may qualify for the medical/dental deduction when you file your federal tax return next year.

GOOD LUCK!!!

Wow, here is something I haven't thought of. I am usually so anal about details, but this one passed me by. I'll have to make sure I have some things to wear the first few days, both at home AND on the way home. Thanks so much for all the great advice.