Howdy. I've been thinking about Lap Band for a long time but this is the first time I've investigated it. I don't know yet if my insurance will cover it or where I'll have it done. I just know that I'd like my knees and feet to stop hurting when I climb stairs and I'd like to cut down on the 12 medications I must take every day. I'll be doing a lot of reading on this site and others to make my final decision. I'm the sole breadwinner for my family, so I want to make sure I'm not doing something that will take me out. Full gastric bypass seems too dangerous to me.

So thanks in advance to everyone for their postings.

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Hello Julian...I am sure you have found the right place for information on experiences & support. I to am new at this, but it looks like a great place to post as everyone is so friendly and supportive...we are all in the same boat :thumbup:

On a side note, I am having difficulties finding a Doctor who accepts my insurance, go figure, someone who doesn't want to be paid! I am not near a military facility, as my screen I.D. identifies, so I am left to investigate on my own Doctors & facilities covered by my insurance and I've got to tell you I've been on a wild goose chase! Even my insurance can't give me names when I call, geez. I am determined however to find someone and initiate this process.

I look forward to speaking with as many people as possible about their experiences and hopefully share with you my own. It's a pleasure to be here!