I just started last month and I am setting up all my Dr appointments for clearance. I have Aetna HMO , I called them and my plan chose to include the bariatric option in the coverage. I am working with the nutrionist , I don't know if they choose the 3 or 6 month diet. I see them at the end of August.

I am very excited to be getting the ball rolling !!:wink_smile:

Hi Nancy,

I too am on the island. I was banded by Dr. Geiss in Syosset on July 31st. Good luck to you.

Sue

Hi nancy104!! Welcome to LBT.

I'm also from Long Island and will have my surgery with Dr. Geiss on August 21.

You can join us on the New York thread:

New York Local Lap-Band Support - Lap Band Surgery and Lap Band Discussion Forum

The one for Long Island is:

http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f53/any-long-islanders-23053/

Ask away! I'm not banded yet, but there are plenty who are and can give lots of advice!