Finally after months of thinking, waiting, testing I am on the schedule May 26th.

I'll be slim Jim by Christmas.lol

I am also in Chicago. Who is doing your surgery? What hospital are you going too? I am waiting on insurance to make their decision. I am using Dr. Horgen at UIC. Best of luck to you~Mandy

Dr. Rosen @ Wish Center in Downers Grove. Self pay about $10,600

Thanks and good luck to you.

Cheers!

Great news, Chicagoboy! Good for you! It's happening, oh my gosh!!! I'm excited for you.

Same date as me. Our bands will have the same birthday!! Good luck.

good luck-wishing you all the luck in the world.

People say I hide my weight well??

nice photo-cute family.

Where exactly IS that 100 lbs???

Hi Everyone,

My date is June 6. I just heard on Friday afternoon that my insurance denied the surgery. I have Aetna and I live in New Jersey. Has anyone else ran into this problem? I don't know that I should do now!!

Thanks,

Renee

To be fair I was about 20 lbs less there but make no mistake BMI over 30 is no joke I had heart surgery when I was a kid for a valve repair. For me I can honestly say I'm doing this for my health more than looks. When I became a dad I now understand I have a lot to live for.

What a blessing that little boy has been (mom's & dad's understand).

Hey, I will have my surgery on May 26th in Mexico ,so ,we will have the same band birthday too.

Staycee and Chicagoboy - I'm thinking that June 26th we should have a 1 month on line birthday party for our bands - protein drinks only....

Best of luck on May 26th....I'm scheduled for May 19.

Aww, Chicagoboy, you look like a good ole North Carolina boy! You'd like the weather down here better, I promise! The diaper bag is such a nice accessory, with your ball cap and all. Yer a cutie! Such a nice family pic, pretty wife and cute baby.

Having a baby makes a world of difference. Your life turns on a new axis, ain't it grand?! Good for you on taking care of that heart and your health. Best to you on the 26th. And ALL you May 26th Bandsters! Protien Drink party is a great idea!!!

Good luck to you getting your band and being healthy. You have a very great looking family!!! Congratulations!!!