I am also going thru the program in ssf.my doctor is Dr.Alami and i have heard good things about him.so far i am happy with the process.Glad to see kaiser north people!!yay! I actually wanted the band,then i had heard that kaiser fremont doesnt do them any more and i asked why and was told because of the extra expense with the complication,dr visits and er visits,etc.thats when i looked into the sleeve and think that is the best option for me.