over a week since my appointment and they still haven't sent the request to the insurance company for approval. it really makes me mad that they don't care. I understand that they have to go on vacation but make sure your paperwork is done before you leave, especially when it affects other peoples lives. I never felt very big until I started research on the band, and since then I am very aware of how big I truely am. I have even stopped going to a buffet because I don't like the thought that people may be watching the fat lady at the feeding bin. once she does get back from vacation I have to make sure i call before they start seeing patiants or they can't even talk to me then because they are too busy. This is starting to get to me. Maybe I should see if there are any other surgeons in the area that can do this if they are this busy even before I get the band done. I am so confused.

Relax. I know you're excited and really want this to happen now, but you need to have a little patience. When you do get banded and hit the inevitable plateau you will need to draw on your patience again. If you want this to happen it will.

Use this time to inform yourself on the guidelines. Educate your support people. Start exercising a bit, it will help in your recovery.

Patience is not a virtue of mine. But, I agree with ajoneen. If you really want this to happen it will. Don't give up! Just set yourself a reminder to call the doctor's office or insurance every day. Once they see you are really serious they may be more receptive to your requests. I've known too many people that have given up on WLS because of the paper work!