I recently decided that the Lap Band surgery is what I wanted to do then felt discouraged after the initial consult with the surgeon's assistant who said most likely he will suggest I have gastric bypass instead of the Lap Band because of my BMI which is about 57.

I feel very strongly in my heart and mind that the Lap Band procedure is the best option for me and out of desperation I Googled something like High BMI and Lap Band Surgery and here I am!

I am so happy to have found this group of like minded individuals and I have already read so many of your stories over the past hour. You have reaffirmed my choice for the Lap Band and I thank you all for sharing .

I am 5' 4" and weigh about 330 lbs. Like many people my story with weight is a long one and I will share more as time goes on. For now I am going to stand by my decision and if the surgeon in my area won't do it, I will find one who respects my choice!

I recently decided that the Lap Band surgery is what I wanted to do then felt discouraged after the initial consult with the surgeon's assistant who said most likely he will suggest I have gastric bypass instead of the Lap Band because of my BMI which is about 57.

I feel very strongly in my heart and mind that the Lap Band procedure is the best option for me and out of desperation I Googled something like High BMI and Lap Band Surgery and here I am!

I am so happy to have found this group of like minded individuals and I have already read so many of your stories over the past hour. You have reaffirmed my choice for the Lap Band and I thank you all for sharing .

I am 5' 4" and weigh about 330 lbs. Like many people my story with weight is a long one and I will share more as time goes on. For now I am going to stand by my decision and if the surgeon in my area won't do it, I will find one who respects my choice!

Hi Happychick! I want to encourage you by letting you know that I had a BMI of about 52 when I got banded 7 months ago. I'm very happy with my weight loss of 66 pounds. Good luck going through the process of getting banded. Stay in touch.

Hey I'm not that far off from you and here I am 2 1/2 months later and down almost 40 lbs. You can do it!

Hi!!! Great to see a newbie with such a great attitude!!! My BMI when I started was over 70 and I still felt the lap band was made for me. It is a long road but one that is well worth it! good luck hun, and congrats on making such a good decision!

Thanks ladies for such a warm welcome and your words of encouragement!

Happychick.....I definetly think you have the right attitude. You have to have the procedure that YOU feel is going to be the best fit for YOU. The 1st surgeon I met with tried to push me toward a by-pass, I personally wasn't interested in doing anything that radical to my body.

Good luck to you in your Quest for a healthy future, I know you will find lots of support here.

Hello and welcome to LBT! :sad: