Had to get the lap band in mexico. My insurance wouldn't pay for it, because I don't have diabetes. I went by myself. I speak some spanish and the staff speak some English. I have done many things in my life, but I have to admit it was scary.:Banane59: I can honestly say it has almost completly curbed my apetite. I have lost 11 pounds and I have not had my first adjustment.:clap2: I had to work the 4th day post op because I had no time off.:think That really sucked bad. I told everyone I strained my muscles in mexico. Well my muscles did feel strained. Gotta go I'm at work.