I'm new here. I have my first meeting and consult with the Dr. on July 10th. I'm looking forward to having my lap band done! I am hoping that it doesn't take too long for my insurance to approve and for me to get all of my appointments done before the surgery date can get set!

I have been over 100 lbs overweight with BMI over 40 for about 12 years (WOWZERS). 5 years ago I almost got GB and I lost my job, so I didn't complete the surgery. I am glad now that I didn't get it, as I think the LapBand is more of what I am looking for in terms of weight loss surgery.

I have 2 small children that I want to live for and be able to run around with, without being out of breath or fearful of a heart attack!

Ansley

Hi, wow, you sure you wasnt reading my mind when you wrote that last sentence! lol i have been saying that every since i decided to get the band. i have my first consult on the 3rd. i am walking in with all my labs, sleep study, ekg, dr. letter, stress test etc. lol. when they see all that i have already, they are gonna say, "well, i think this is all we need to submit to the insurance!" lolol i hope thats what they will say. im very excited about it, i am over 100lbs overweight and cant wait to start living a healthier lifestyle. i have 2 children still at home with me, ages 13, 5. so i understand what you mean when you say you want to be around to play and do things with them without getting out of breath!

Hello and welcome to LBT! Glad to see that you are getting the lapband. It will improve your ability to chase those lil rugrats 10 fold I have only lost 29 pounds but I feel like a miliion bucks.