Hi there, I had my lap band done on Aug 17, 2009. Dr. Feiz was great and so was his staff. I have already gone down one pant size in just 3 weeks. I walk with my head high now. I would tell anyone to do this if they are over weight. There was only pain for 2 days and my scars arent as bad as I thought they would be. I would like to say a big thank you to Dr. feiz and his staff for changing my life and my life style. Kathy Knauss