Angelsma

Most folks that I've spoken to said take two weeks if you have it but a week (7 days) may work if you have a desk job - no lifting, high reaching, etc.

CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!!!!! You are true inspiration to us yet "to be banded" who have 100+ lbs to lose.

CONTRATULATIONS!!! I am getting fired up. Thanks for posting.

Good for you - go for it girl. I would suggest a sporting goods store where you can buy a good Nike or Speedo that has bra cups and they feel like hold everything in if you know hat I mean Many times they have "last years model" on sale/clearence. Good luck!

I thought I was the only person who was experiencing the same dilemma. As much as I don't want to tell anyone in my office. I've decided to tell my manger and possible others AFTER I get back and they ask about my weight loss.

It's 1:10am here and it's there's a major storm going on outside with more wind than anything. Couldn't sleep so I thought I'd check in here. It's always a pleasure to "connect" with others who are experiencing similiar life experieinces. Today, I ad my M.D appt. today to get all of my blood work that wasn't already done late last year and a EKG. He said that I am an ideal candidate for the LB with my existing co-morbidities and BMI. On Thursday (1/31) I have my appointment with OSU's nutritonist and psychologist. Stay tuned.:biggrin:

It's 1:10am here and it's there's a major storm going on outside with more wind than anything. Couldn't sleep so I thought I'd check in here. It's always a pleasure to "connect" with others who are experiencing similiar life experieinces. Today, I ad my M.D appt. today to get all of my blood work that wasn't already done late last year and a EKG. He said that I am an ideal candidate for the LB with my existing co-morbidities and BMI. On Thursday (1/31) I have my appointment with OSU's nutritonist and psychologist. Stay tuned.

While I paid attention to the BMS, I don't give to much creedance to the obese, severely obese and morbidly obese. While in my 20's at 5'4" I weighed 140 within a year of having a baby and the doctor (my first visit with her) said I was morbidly obese. That really messed up my head. OMG I don't know if I would want to be 140 again - that seems too thin.

Since my last entry I made application to OSU Bariatrics program (12/19). My nutrionist appointment has been confirmed for Thursday 1/31/08!! I am so looking forward to getting this show on the road. I heard a saying the other day that I am taking as my own "get rid of the life you had planned for to made room for the one that is waiting for you." I guess you can take in many different directions, but for me I'll take it as this who phase of my life is new, exiciting, and it's something for me!

Since my last entry I made application to OSU Bariatrics program (12/19). My nutrionist appointment has been confirmed for Thursday 1/31/08!! I am so looking forward to getting this show on the road. I heard a saying the other day that I am taking as my own "get rid of the life you had planned for to made room for the one that is waiting for you." I guess you can take in many different directions, but for me I'll take it as this who phase of my life is new, exiciting, and it's something for me! :redface:

Hello, I don't live far from the Groveport Barix so lets stay in touch. I'm actually going to OSU because the Groveport office doesn't accept my insurance. Go Bucks...oops I guess it's too late for this season :rolleyes2:

I have taken Tai Chi classes since mid summer and amazed at the level of strengthening (and sometimes sweating) occurs. In addiiton to swimming, I found Tai Chi to be super relaxing and amazingly made me "get in touch" with my body that for so long I had ignored (for a variety of reasons aside from being fat). Go for it. I think you will like. It's not something you may get right away but practice, practice, practice!

Since my last entry I changed from Riverside Hospital to Ohio State University Hospital for a variety of reasons. However, the most pressing was financial. The Riverside program fee was $2500 ($1000 more than I expected even on the high end). Secondly, the OSU doctor has done nearly 9 times the lapband than the Riverside doctor who primarily did gastric bypass surgery until last year. So, I feel pretty confident with all my research, talking to other OSU patients, and reading and reading some more on Lapband Talk.com to find answers to questions I would never think to ask i.e. what should I have in the house before I leave for the hospital? 2. What is the best exercise etc. I've learned a lot from this site. THANKS EVERBODY. Last Friday 1/9, OSU called and said I should hear something via mail about my appointment with the nutrionist within the next two weeks.

Since my last entry I changed from Riverside Hospital to Ohio State University Hospital for a variety of reasons. However, the most pressing was financial. The Riverside program fee was $2500 ($1000 more than I expected even on the high end). Secondly, the OSU doctor has done nearly 9 times the lapband than the Riverside doctor who primarily did gastric bypass surgery until last year. So, I feel pretty confident with all my research, talking to other OSU patients, and reading and reading some more on Lapband Talk.com to find answers to questions I would never think to ask i.e. what should I have in the house before I leave for the hospital? 2. What is the best exercise etc. I've learned a lot from this site. THANKS EVERBODY. Last Friday 1/9, OSU called and said I should hear something via mail about my appointment with the nutrionist within the next two weeks.

Thank you Mrs Peace for your post. I too was wresting a bit with what my family and friends would/might say. However, I believe with all of my heart the lapband surgery is a God-send. Only individuals who have struggled with weight issues can truly understand that it isn't always about our will. "Willing" to lose (and subseqently gaining it all back and more) is what got me (and I'm sure many others) to this point. The LB is simply a God-given tool to aid us as we trust Him....as we "walk it out" Thank you again.

Yes, I've joined a gym (local YMCA) and have promised to go at least 3 x's a week. My reasoning is that I want to ward off as much of the "bat arms" as possible post surgery. Throughout my 20's (when I was about 140 lbs) I ran 3 or 4 times a week and my body stayed toned. However, with the amount of weight I've gained over the years I began swimming again for the first time in many years and love it. There are countless benefits to swimming (check it out). In addition to being an overall toning workout; it raises your heart rate, there isn't any pounding on your knees or back, your body is weightless in the pool, it increases h2o in the lungs, all the while it feels great! I also really enjoy water aerobics. I usually sleep really well after swimming.

You are an inspriation to me. I want to run again...it is one of my goals/my dream! I ran thrughout my 20's to my mid-30's and then something happened that I just gave up on myself after a few physical, emotional, and spiritual set-backs resulting in a nearly 90 lb weight gain. I am in the pro-app phase at the Ohio State Unversity program. Once I begin to lose weight after getting banded I look forward to running again again

CONGRATS JAZZYWOMAN!! I'm still the app/waiting mode.

Hello, please count me in to the "Ohio Banders" group. I have just applied to the OSU medical bariatric program. From what I can tell waiting is the most difficult part.

How are things going with your app/process? I just applied to OSU and hope the process goes quickly. What insurance do you have? Mine is Anthem BC/BS.

Got a call my from dr's office last Thursday. They're ready to schedule my pre-op appt. but I want to get my finances in order before I go in. The last thing I need is to worry about paying the program fees (approx $2650 at Riverside Hospital). I was very confused because I thought it was going to be $1500 max but the lady threw out several figures that I was under the impression was included in the $1500. I'm going to call back and get it in writing so I'm not confused further. Hopefully, I'll know something next week.

Got a call my from dr's office last Thursday. They're ready to schedule my pre-op appt. but I want to get my finances in order before I go in. The last thing I need is to worry about paying the program fees (approx $2650 at Riverside Hospital). I was very confused because I thought it was going to be $1500 max but the lady threw out several figures that I was under the impression was included in the $1500. I'm going to call back and get it in writing so I'm not confused further. Hopefully, I'll know something next week.

Hello, and welcome to the site/this thread. If you're looking for a local certified surgeon maybe you could check on the American Society of Matobolic and Surgeon's Society site. In addition to doing my research, I wanted to find a certified surgeon. May God abundantly with knowledge as you move ahead in your decision. American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery

Hello, please add me to your distribution list (if there is such a thing). I believe the LB is a God-send for me as I am sure for most who will take the time to think that maintaining our bodies is our "reasonable service" unto The Lord. Thanks fo rstarting the thread. I promise to be an active poster Angelsma

I have "fresh start" meeting with the dr and his team at the heart hospital here in Columbus, Ohio. I'm excited and a tad bid emotional because I believe this will be the beginning of a whole new life for me. From reading other posts I know my life will never be the same. So many things come to mind. It is my prayer that my back and knees will no longer ache; I won't have to look for clothes that aren't going to "hurt" or have elastic waist bands; I will no longer need to be embarassed when the airplane seat belt doesn't fit; I will no longer "pretend" that my weight doesn't bother me; As I begin to lose weight and continue my exercise I will no longer fear of having a stroke or heart attack; I won't have to fear that people are judging me as a just another fat person (especially people who have known me a long time and feel comfortable saying "oh, my god what happened? You have gained so much weight. All the while my heart is aching and the thought is running through my "I really don't want to be this way...I didn't wake up with the thought I will make myself 240 lbs by the time I'm 50. Oh well, I'd better get on with my day. It's so therapuetic just writing on here. I'll be on my way to the dr's office tonight. More tomorrow.