Hel;o from OHIO

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Hi!

I have been reading this forum for 2-months now. I am in the pre-approval process right now. I am told that I have great insurance (Federal VA BCBS) and approval will not be a problem (fingers crossed). I did the info seminar, the consult (Dr. Schumacher/Kettering Bariatric) and had the first 1/2 of my screenings with the psychologist/nutritionist/physiologist. I go back on 7-14-08 to have a one on one with the psychologist/nutritionist/physiologist. Then my doctor's office will submit the paperwork for approval! I heard a rumor that once approved he was scheduling surgery 1-week out!!! I truly hope that is the case as I would like to be banded by the end of August.

I little history. I am 30-years old, have a 10-year old son and live with him in Bellbrook, Ohio. I am a vocational counselor. My professional life is great. I love being a mom! My personal life has been…on hold…mostly because of my discomfort with my weight.

I was an overweight child, obese teenager and now an obese adult. The past 4 years my weight has steadily increased rapidly and I am terrified of having significant health issues. I am fortunate to not have any current health issues related to the weight. I have had chronic pain for 9 years, which is obviously enhanced by the weight.

I though I weighed 255 and was SHOCKED when I went for my consult and weighed 269. Like many of you, I have tried weight Watchers, Jenny Craig, and many, many more. When I was 21 I successfully lost 65lbs through exercise alone. I got to ONEDERLAND and at the time said there was NO way I would every gain the weight back. Well....what happened? I could give you a dozen excuses.

I'm done with excuses. I am committed to exercising, having the band to help me control my intake and living a healthy life. Wish me luck in this journey I hope to have you all for support and I in turn am here for you!!

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Hi Jill and welcome to LBT. Your story sounds so familiar. Many of us have tried everything and the band is our final chance at being healthy. It sounds like you are going into it with the right attitude.

Keep us posted on how things are going and let us know if you have any questions.