I'm thinking about lap band surgery-I have a history of being diabetic-sleep apnea and high colesterol. My weight has continued to increase no matter how much I diet. My BMI is a 36-I have Aetna insurance-but I'm not sure if they will cover it. What is the food intake like afterwards? I work 12 hour nights so I don"t eat at regular hours.

I am a nurse too, I used to do 7-12 hour shifts in a row and then I was off for a week. So I relate to your question.

If you read through the forum you'll find a wealth of information. Eating at regular hours is not really an issue, you can always grab a piece of cheese or a Protein bar if you are hungry.

Weight loss will significantly improve comorbidities. sleep apnea seems to go away from what most here write. Diabetes typically goes into remission, labs improve. Most of all being a nurse and walking around for 12 hours is MUCH easier after weight loss!

Research, read, study, find everything you can. Research various WLS types, doctors, obesity studies, the works. Leave nothing out. Just know what you are getting into so you can be prepared to get this done.

ANY WLS type is going to be tough, it's hard losing weight. I can't do it the traditional way, it's just too hard. No self control.... call it what you will. I still can't do it. Banding is hard but it's the kind of hard we can do, our population. It makes weight loss possible for the first time ever.

I understand your issues related to food/meals/nursing. If I can help please let me know.

I too am a nurse, and also work 12 hour nights. I am scheduled to meet with the surgeon this month. My girlfriend just got banded about 3-4weeks ago, so she has been giving me tips. Been thinking about this for over a year. And finally came to the conclusion. I am going to go for it. Wish me luck

Veronica:thumbup:

How much time are you planning on taking off from work-I work in a newborn nursery so I don't have to worry about lifting anything heavier than a newborn baby