Here I Go...

[shelleyrn22 78]

Good Morning from South Mississippi! I'm going this evening for the educational session. I'm super excited! I've decided this is what I'm going to do - regardless if I have the support of BCBS AL! I'm 40yrs old, I've been overweight all of my life. I've lost weight a hundred times over only to gain it back. I'm 5'2", my weight this morning is 206lbs and I'm currently in a size 16 and miserable!!! I'm going to see Dr. Avara and hopefully join the rest of you on a journey to a healthier, more active lifestyle! Reading your stories has inspired me! Your prayers would be much appreciated!

[Cazzy 725]

Good luck and ask as many questions as you can think of and gather all the information u can .

[kbliss78 123]

I am excited for you. Making the decision is a great feeling. Best of luck, I have meet alot of nice people on this site. There is some negative stuff posted but I find more positive than negative. I am going to have the proceedure within a month.

Best wishes.

[shelleyrn22 78]

Well, my company has an "obesity exclusion" on our insurance. Funny... I'm a nurse

Anywho... I've gotten prices from every area here to Mexico - and will probably just stay locally.

[Heathermarie0407 67]

Here in Arkansas I noticed that we have a doctor advertising a self pay price of 10,000

[colleenjoy 104]

Good luck. I know for me the hardest thing so far was making the decision to go to the info session. I'm waiting to be banded, but things are falling into place. I know this is the best decision for me.

[ilikebunnies 48]

Good luck!

[daisychains7 427]

Going to the info session is a great step. Wish you all the best!