Chickadee

Wow Donali, That was an amazing post. I've printed it out, because there's a lot in there to digest (so to speak)! I read your profile of obese people and wouldn't you know, I fit every single one of those criteria. That post will be helpful now, pre-surgery, and helpful after surgery too. Thanks! Chickadee

Bev, It looks to me like you're losing weight really quickly! Your stats are very impressive. I hope my numbers look as good as yours when I finally get banded. Becky

Wow Leo! Thanks for that post. As someone who's doing lots of research and hoping to be banded soon, you touched on lots of the things I worry about. I think most people here probably have fears about losing weight because we've all done it, only to gain it all back. What if I do this and still can't get the weight off? That would make me feel like the ultimate loser. Your post helped me cement in my mind that it isn't a magic solution, but will work if I work it. Thanks! Becky

Jeannette & Nicole, Thank you both for your posts. I appreciate them. Every bit of information I can get is helpful. I was so discouraged when I found out my insurance would only pay for open RNY from a general surgeon after a two year wait, if I was lucky. So the possibility of going to Mexico to have this surgery is very encouraging! I am getting excited at the possibility that maybe this dream can actually come true! All the posts on this board really help to compare, contrast and hear what the real story is. Thanks, Becky

Hi, I'm new here and doing all kinds of research on lap banding. Since it looks like I have lousy insurance I am exploring self-pay options. Does anyone have a web address for Dr. Sanchez. He certainly sounds like a doctor I'm interested in researching. Thanks! Becky