Hello Everyone,

I'm fairly new to this site. I've been doing a lot of research about being banded. My 1st informational session is July 8th and apparently we make an appointment with the surgeon's office for consultation @ the end of the session. I'm feeling an almost overwhelming sense of anxiousness. It all started tonite while filling out the medical history forms. I just started thinking, what if my insurance company doesn't approve me for this? What if they don't see my situation as dire as I do? What if I have to be on another weight loss program for another year of my life only to be disappointed again? Does anyone know the average amount of time between the consultation and the actual banding?

Hi Blair28,

I'm pretty much where you are in the process. I've already gone to the seminar and to the surgeon for the initial consultation. Right now, I'm in the middle of the 6 month medically supervised diet that my insurance requires. My PCP says that I probably won't be approved until December, at the earliest. It can be a daunting task to fill oit all the forms, but if you are like me and really want the surgery, it will be well worth it! Just stay positive and get all the information you can.....this forum is a good source of information. Hang in there and stay encouraged!

Tasha