Hey everyone! My name is Dan; I'm 26 yrs old from Lansing, MI. I just started my "journey" in March. I weigh 298 lbs. right now, but topped out over 300 lbs. and I freaked out. My BMI is well over 50 and I knew I had to do something as diets just don't work. After researching my surgery options I decided on the Lap-Band. I am currently enrolled in the New Beginnings program at Ingham Regional Medical Center. I have already finished my PCP, RN, Exercise & Behavioral Therapist consults. Tomorrow I get to do my dietician consult and a week later I have to have a sleep study done and see a psychologist. Then I have to attend my 8 weeks of "classes" to help prepare me for life after being banded. The bariatric coordinator said I "should" be getting banded sometime late July**fingers crossed**. I'm hoping to get down to around 145-50 lbs within 1.5-2 yrs. Well, anyway, I just wanted to introduce myself to everyone. This website is great and seems to give me a lot of answers and support!

Hi Dan! Welcome to LBT. Congratulations on your decision to have surgery. The forums here are an excellent source of information and support. Good luck to you!

Hi Dan! Congrats on your decision to get banded. It's hard work, but this is a great place with a lot of supportive people.

I'm an MSU grad- go Spartans! :thumbup:

Welcome Dan,

I too am in that stage of all the pre-op appointments and waiting to actualy see the surgeon. I have an appointment on April 22 with the dietician and the surgeon. I am hoping to get "banded" before the end of summer, but I am unaware to waht my insurance will require for me to get this done. Good Luck to you and this is a wonderful support group here

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