Hi, I live in Brandenburg Kentucky. I have not even began the process of the lapband yet. I am still thinking about it. My PCP has discussed it with me some what. I am 43 years old, 5'4 225 pounds now. I think my BMI is around 39, I have high blood pressure, insulin resistance, back pain, etc, etc. I am scared to death of surgery but I have to do something. My daughter had gastric bypass surgery in Nov. 2006 and has lost over 150 pounds. I don't want to go with the by pass. I was wondering what doctor everyone used and any other information anyone could give me. I will of course be looking at having the surgery in Louisville. My daughter's doctor was Dr. Shina, I don't know how many lapband surgeries he has done though. I look forward to talking to others in my area that have had the procedure and what the results have been.