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Hello. I've been researching wls for about 5 yrs. This year I have insurance to pay for it. I wanted the vsg but was denied 3 times by insurance. I was approved for bypass in 1 day and after considering it for a long time I switched to the band. I've done all my pre-op testing had my nutrition class last night and am less than 2 weeks away.

Just looking for support and friends to chat with. I've been on obesityhelp for 5 years but they don't have a mobile site or an app. So its hard to use from my phone. This mobile site seems nice so far

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Hi Jack, My name is Michael and I am new here too. I am getting my band the 12th and I am ready for change. I'm sure we will talk more. TTYL

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Hey guys, I'm scheduled for the 11th, so I'm right there with you! Jack, I think you did the right thing going with the band over the bipass! Lets keep in touch!

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Welcome aboard, guys. And good luck with your surgeries!

Dave

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So how are all you guys doing post-op? Check in and let us know!

Dave

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