Hello all...I am new to the site and thought I would post for the first time. I am in the process of getting my surgery scheduled. I continually run into something else I have to accomplish prior to my surgery but I know it will all be worth it in the end. My insurance will cover the surgery:clap2: ....so no complaints here...I guess I would run a race if I thought I wouldn't have a stroke to get this done....Just wanted to say thank you to all of the inspirational stories on this site...it really helps to see what other people are going through. It makes my decision to have the band surgery easier. .. Thanks again.