New to this thread and the Lap Band community. No band as of yet but am really considering. Interested in learning about most experienced and trusted doctor to perform the procedure. I am going this alone and not telling anyone right at the moment and would like any information. Have read previous comments which were helpful. Is there a good informational site known about the entire procedure from beginning to end. One person mentioned South Beach diet. Was that the doctors preference and are there other diets used. How much weight do you have to lose before the surgery, and many more questions or is it better to just get going?:confused2: