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Hi, I am new to the site and want to get the lap band done, however a little concerned as to how effective is it.

Edited December 10, 200817 yr by mojo 786
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Hi there, I am new as well and have not started anything yet, BUT.......Please read thru some of the posts here and also the FAQ's, there is an enormous amount of information here and you will see, it IS very effective! Good luck to you!! :tt1: kim

Hi Kim,

My Dr's consultation is this coming Monday then the procedure sometime end of Jan 2008. I am from Vancouver, Canada. Thanks for replying.

Hi Everyone,

I have a Jan 8 date in Jurez Mexico with Dr Rodriquez. I still have to book my airline flight. I am a tad nervous. I have been wanting to get this surgery for quite a few years now and I can't believe I have it all together and am so nervous. I think because I am going from Florida to out of the country to Mexico and do not know the Dr. except from information online. I look forward to hearing from you. Barbinseminole

Hi all,

I haven't been banded yet, but there really is a lot of information and support here; enough information to confirm for me that the lap band is definitely what I want. As you read, you'll find that a lot of people feel that it is only as effective as you make it. The band is only a tool, but if you're willing to work it can be very effective.

Barb, from the things I've read, those who get banded in Mexico seem very happy with the results. I've read the hospitals are clean; the staff very helpful.

Hopefully someone who is knowledgeable will come along. The best of luck to us all!