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Pre-Op Newbie

Hi All,

I am scheduled to be banded one week from today. My surgeon is Dr. Vivek N. Prachand. I have been hoop-jumping with my insurance company for almost two years now and finally got approved a few days ago. Although I am very excited about the prospect of getting my body back, I am a little nervous about making such a huge lifestyle change. I'm really glad to have found this forum and will not only be seeking advice when needed, but will also be willing to help others where and when I can. Wish me luck!

Vince A.

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    Vince, good luck on surgery and it's okay to be a little nervous about huge lifestyle change you are going to be making. But you have diligently fought for this with your insurance company. You are going to be a healthier you and that is what is all about. Health and well being.

    Keep us posted. This is a great website for information on the before, during, and after stuff.

    Yea, for being on your way.

    Best wishes,

    Philtrannie, Arizona

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    Good luck, you are making a great choice to get healthy! You are going to do great! I am one week post-op and have never looked back...I am sure you will be the same way.

    Keep us posted on your progress! :scared2:

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    Hi All,

    I am scheduled to be banded one week from today. Wish me luck!

    Vince A.

    Vince. All the best to you. My surgery is also one week from today.

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    Vince and Jerseygirl, I wish you both the very best and will pray for a speedy recovery. I'm also very,very jealous....I can't wait till I get a date. Please,please keep us posted.

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    Thanks for all of your encouragement guys. Had a nice meal last night but didn't eat too much and am going to take my "before" pics today. I'm preparing to move the first of May and was about to go through my closets today and throw away all of the clothes that I can't fit anymore when it hit me that those aren't the ones that'll be getting tossed... Sweet!!!

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    Hey there Vince,

    Welcome and congratulations on your date. In case you're interested, you'll find a whole community of people banded / being banded in April HERE and you'll find your name has been added to the list HERE (I've put you down for the 10th April- is this right?).

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