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It taks being persistent, organized, and the Doctors you chose. I only had to take 1 day off for all my pre-op testing (which was for the upper GI that are only done in the mornings). I also have the advantage of getting out of work at 2:30 in the afternoon. All my appointments were scheduled for around 3;00 in the afternoon. I was really lucky with my pulmonary Dr. because she's in a large office and was able to get me in the same day for the stress test. That was an unexpected surprise. Another thing that saved time was that I scheduled my nutrition consult., psych. evaluation, and first consult meeting with my Dr. on the same day( they're all in the same office). Yes, that was a busy afternoon, but it was worth it to me. I completed all my pre-op testing in 3 weeks.

Hi Sue, Thanks for the reply. I was very pleased with my first visit with Dr. Geiss and his staff. They are all very helpful, friendly, and patient with any questions I have. Before my first visit, I already had my appointments lined up (a co-worker used Dr. Geiss and she gave me the paperwork on the required tests). Just yesterday I went to the pulmonary Dr. and tomorrow (5/1) I go to the cardiologist. You mentioned going to the meeting....isn't it next Tuesday (5/8)? I went to the one in April and it was so inspiring. I had tears in my eyes because for the first time, I knew that this will really help me to finally lose the weight. I'm very excited and positive about this journey and I feel very fortunate to have found Dr. Geiss and his staff. I also look forward to meeting new people in the same boat, such as yourself, and sharing our experiences. I look forward to hearing back from you. Lisa

Hi everyone! This is my first post and I'm so happy to have found this site. I'm just starting the process and have my 1st appointment with Dr. Geiss on Tuesday (4/15). I've learned so much by visiting here and I'm looking forward to my journey and meeting new friends here along the way. Lisa

Wow, how far you've come! I'm just starting my journey. Have the appointment with my surgeon this Tuesday and I already have a few appointments set up that are needed to get clearance. I'm hoping to have the surgery this summer because I work in a school and will have off. I can see your patience has paid off and I'm happy for you. Keep up the good work! Lisa :biggrin:

I went to my first informative seminar on Lap band surgery recently. I didn't know what to expect and I was so pleasantly suprised. There was a woman there who got up and spoke about her success....she lost 235 pounds! And she looked fabulous! It was really the first time in my life that I had hope of finally losing the extra weight I've been carrying most of my life. I was so happy that I had tears in my eyes. I was sharing this story with a co-worker who's going to have Lap band surgery soon and she understood. Only an overweight person can understand this feeling. Thank you all for your postings and the great information. I hope to have Lap band surgery this summer (if all goes well). Good luck to you all! Lisa

Good luck to you Meredith...I look forward to sharing our success stories! Lisa

Thanks for the encouragement Isabelle. I'm looking forward to the challenge and it's nice to know there are nice people like you out there. keep up the good work....you're really doing great! Lisa

Congrats on your approval and good luck to you! Lisa

Thanks Becca! I appreciate the response. What a great inspiration you are....you lost so much weight since Feb. Nice meeting you and keep up the good work! Lisa