Thanks for your post... I to am having my band removed and am going to the sleeve. I am scheduled for surgery on March 18. I am so excited but was definitely wondering about the differences. My band slipped and has not had a fill for 4 years so I am hoping to have good success. If you don't mind me asking is the weight coming off? My doctor said most people who convert from the band to the sleeve don't lose weight the same as someone who's never had surgery. Thanks for posting all your info.