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That pre-op consent says all the bad stuff even if all they are doing is taking a skin biopsy. Remember we live in a lsue happy society where people win lawsuits for hot coffee and being fat from fast food. Its just so they are covered that you were aware that even with odds of 1:100,000 it could hypothetically happen. Dont worry about the paperwork. concentrate on the positive of getting it done and getting well!! There are thousands that cant get as far as you have. Be thrilled!!

Mert and Michelle= I have also been examined by all. Did not fail my sleep study, passed the psy eval now just waiting on ins to realize that they have to cover it since I met their criteria. Did you have to pre-op fast? Im scheduled for 9/21 and I am soooo excited!! I now look at skinny people to compare what I will look like instead of looking at fat ones wondering if Im that size? I dont think the mushies will be hard, its the clears im worried about.

THAT is my biggest fear of being banded. IF I could do liquid I wouldnt be fat! I will do it because I want my band really badly- but Im scared of the pre-op and 2-4weeks following band surgery. Chunky chicks dont do well with fasting or clear liquids!!

Good question and you answered with what Im telling those I work with. I am not telling the people I work around. Only my immediate family will know. At this point Im not telling my closest friends either since they tend to lecture and sabatoge. I did well on southbeach until my closest friend who at the time didnt understand the plan lectured on health hazards- since she has lost 60# and maintained for 1.5yr on Southbeach! She now pushes it on everyone. It was the biggest fight our friendship survived. I digress- Im telling everyone Im cutting back that the time has come and I have to do something to live healthier.

THANK YOU Tim- the video is Wonderful- Im now even more excited!! Everyone who has a band or is geeting one should watch this video!

Dr. Cribbins and Dr Hamn in Plano are who Im using and it has been a great experience so far. Cheryl the bariatric coordinator is WONDERFUL!!!

jewel-im so excited for you! I'm waiting on ins approval. i'm really ready to get banded!! best wishes for a speedy recovery!!