Hi, I live in Mesquite, Texas (a 'burb of Dallas).

I'm investigating the entire lapband process.

I've been referred to Dr. Richard Anderson at the Surgery Center of Dallas. Has anyone used him? Can anyone tell me anything about him?

I admit, I'm not thrilled at the concept of "going under the knife," even if it is a minor procedure.

I've looked into gastric bypass in the past and have seen several doctors, but after only a 30 minute or less talk with them, they've all told me the usual "you're fat, go home, lose weight," and don't want to remotely help me.

I'm absolutely terrified I'm going to be told the same thing.

I've had 2 of my doctors tell me lately, that unless I do the lapband or gastric bypass, I am going to die.

I do NOT know how to talk to new doctors any longer without getting really angry at their attitudes.

PLEASE ... any help would be appreciated.

I am disabled, but not because of my weight, although I *do* know that losing weight would help with my medical conditions. I'm absolutely desperate at this point as diets do NOT work for me, no matter how strictly I follow them.

BTW, traveling to another city for this procedure, regardless of whether it's Waco, Ft. Worth, Houston or wherever, is close to impossible due to my disabilities. It NEEDS to be Dallas.

Any advice and help is greatly appreciated.

Thanks,

Laura

The 1st step is to attend a seminar conducted by your Dr. of choice......things will start falling into place after that! I just got banded on the 3rd and I am doing great! The Lap Band is the best decesion I ever made!