I can't wait for the new me to get here... I have not had surgery yet. I am being banded on Feb 19th in Gainesville, FL at North Florida Regional Medical Center. Dr Hipp is going to do the surgery... I am so excited and nervous at the same time. One of my worries is loose skin... I'm 5'2 and weigh 245... Anyone with any tips or advise, please throw it my way...

Hi! This is me to a T, but 8 years younger. I had my surgery last wednesday and so far so good! I am too worried about this, but I guess if I loose that much weight the skin will have to go as well! I guess I could consider that a great accomplishment! At first, I was in a lot of pain the first three days....now I am fine, a little tender. Hang in there! You'll look amazing!:tongue2:

Hi... Thanks for the encouragement... Glad you are doing well... Keep me posted...