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It seems like they changed the paperwork then. As mentioned above, I only had to list everything I did in an attempt to lose weight... I did do WW and Jenny, but didn't have to show any proof. Maybe now they are looking to be sure that you have done that, because there are so many people in the system trying to get into Options. I would like everything and see what they say. The Options program is great! I only one class left and they say that I should have my surgery before the end of the year or during the winter break (between Christmas and New Years). I'm very happy with the Options program and what they teach. Go for it and don't look back... Good luck.

Hi Charlakat, Kaiser does do the lap band, at Kaiser South Bay only. The classes are geared for getting you to change your lifestyle, but most talk is about Roux-en-y, but our moderator talks about lap band too. We are not and I haven't felt pushed into anything... she is constantly telling us to do the research and it will be our decision, although the surgeon may have input when we get to them. You won't be wasting your time with the classes, they are great and pretty indepth. I look forward to them, and I like having others in the group that have good questions and know that we're all there for the same reason. Just keep an open mind. WHen I got the call, I knew for sure I wanted lap band and know I really have an open mind and doing the research, that I'm on the fence about what I want, but I have time to consider. I hope this helps... Good luck. Cher

Thank you Headhunter... I appreciate your feedback.:thumbup:

Hi Trompuda, Why did you decide not to do the RNY? I'm curious. In my classes, we are just starting to get into the differences, slowly... but you can tell they prefer the RNY. Going into this, I was definite about getting the lap, but then the 1st meeting I heard about the complications and that Kaiser is taking them out as quick as they are putting them in, that I decided to have an open mind throughout the process and see how I felt at the end.

I use the Baldwin Park facility - Dr. Dinwiddie. He referred me after running tests - lab, sleep apnea, etc... I just had my orientation meeting on Friday. There were about 20 people in my group and some there want the lap band. We were told only Kaiser So Bay does the lap band and there is currently a 6-8 month wait after referral. She also told us that they are removing the bands as quick as they are putting them on due to complications. Kaiser So Cal also uses UCLA Bariatric and Pacific Bariatric Center in San Diego - the surgery is performed in SD, but they come to Anaheim and Riverside for checkups/follow-ups, so you're not always driving to SD. This was just our orientation with 20 weeks to go (they double up the classes), so I'm sure I'll have more information. :thumbup: