Who to trust?

[Bexster 0]

I'm hoping to have the band soon. I'm quite scared. There are so many private clinics, how do I know who to trust?

I have a consultation with a company on Wednesday, only to read on this website that they have a really bad rep.

Does anyone have any suggestions or help pls?

I'm really desperate now, having tried everything + dont want to make things worse by making the wrong decision of who to choose to have my op with.

Any help much appreciated

Bex

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[pickles123 0]

All I can tell you is that your doctors skills, number of bands etc and aftercare are of most importance. Without adequate after care you might as well not get the band.

If you feel the least hesitation, go to another surgeon. I did and did not regret it.

[The Big Boy 1]

First of all, take your foot of the accelerator. This isn’t something you want to rush into without being absolutely comfortable with your decision. It took me almost a year to find the right doctor after meeting with many of them. Go to their support group meetings. Talk with their patients. Research them on this website and others. Once you have built up a good base of knowledge, the right doctor for you will start to emerge and you will be comfortable. You have to be rock solid about your decision if you are going to be successful. This is a huge step we have all decided to take and you don’t want to have any regrets. Once you find the right team, they will help you get to where you want to be. Good luck!

[Bexster 0]

Thanx for your response guys.

I've started making a list of questions I need to ask.

Didnt bother going to the consult today as the companies rep seemed too bad.

Got another one booked now for nxt Fri - they have gr8 rep, are more local and seem to know what they are doing.

Shame its more expensive, but with something like this - cutting costs is too risky!

Thanks again

Bex

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