BlooEyez - thanks for your reply.
I was told that my liver would need to lose weight prior to surgery. I will keep searching the boards - I am sure I will find more information - I think answers are here for any questions that any of us may have.
So - did everything go the way you thought it would? I am very much at ease now that I have made my decision, set a date and purchased an airline ticket.
Now that I know that Dr Kuri did your surgery also, I will have to be sure to keep any eye on your progress. Will be joining the Yahoo group too.