Baby Phat

Hi, I can 't help you out with the long term questions, but I can let you know this. I was banded last Wednesday 6/29. I feel fine. I am at work today. The only real pain that I experienced were the gas pains in my shoulder. That has pretty much gone away. My incisions are and were not in any pain. I wasn't able to move in and out of bed to easy the first couple of days. That pain is already forgotton. I made this choice because I didn't feel it was neccessary(sp) to cut and re-route my insides to lose weight. The choice is yours and this was the right one for me.

My PCP did mine, not even for the band, I just happen to have a physical 1 month prior to meeting with the surgen. It was your typical yearly physical.

I am getting banded on June 29th. It has already been approved by insurance. I forgot to ask if the fills are covered. I have Hatvard Pilgrim, they are pretty good. I got approved the same day, actually 2 hours after the nurse submitted the request. I was just wondering, will I only have to pay the normal co-pay? I understand this may be different for different insurance companies. Thanks!

I am getting banded on June 29th. I can hardly wait. I am so excited and nervous at the same time. I plan to come here for your support. Congrats to everyone, you are all so inspiring!!!:alien

I have been reading so much on this web site. It has taught me so much. Today, I met with my dietition and also had my psych eval. Both went well. My surgery consultation is on May 23. I am so excited. I am 28, from Boston and cannot wait to hear if my doc will say yes. I am keeping my fingers crossed. I find everthing on this site so helpful, from the support to the recipes. You guys are all great. I look forward to posting more and hopefully , I will have your support if and when I do have surgury.

I am having mine done at Brigham & Womans hospital. They have a great program for weight management. Support groups are not required. However, your attendance at an information seminar is required.