Hi everone.

Been a reader here for a while and finally got my profile going (thought it was only fair). Thanks to all of you who post about your triumphs and struggles. It makes me feel like I know a lot of you personally and this seems like a very good place to interact with even greater people.

I started this process last June. Got through all the insurance fuss after 6 months and was banded last week on 2/4. Went to Dr. Schram at Barix in ypsilanti, mi. My wife went to him in 2004 and the facility is less than 5 miles from my home.

Procedure went like clockwork. Swelling was minimal, only took the pain med because I thought I might need it. Stopped that the next day. I've been walking a good deal to get myself going. I'm back to work today and not feeling bad at all. My only complaint it that my back aches a little because my stomach muscles aren't fully supporting their load. So far I am down ~15 lbs from my preop visit 2 weeks ago. I'm happy to learn that most seem to lose a bit in the first few days.

Best wishes to all!

Welcome James and best of luck on your journey.

Did your wife have lapband as well? If so, how has she done with hers?