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Hi all,

I've been lurking around for a while now. I found this board doing research about lap band and even cancelled an appointment with a surgeon based on reviews here. Thanks so much for all the info!

Made my first appointment for consultation at True Results for next month, no days off between now and then. I've already got confirmation from my insurance for coverage, Aetna, so when I go for my appointment they will be able to tell me what the time line looks like as well as what my out of pocket will be.

I'm terribly nervous, but excited as well!

Thanks to everyone for your honesty and all the tips and info. You've helped me make up my mind and go for it!

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Hi all,

I've been lurking around for a while now. I found this board doing research about lap band and even cancelled an appointment with a surgeon based on reviews here. Thanks so much for all the info!

Made my first appointment for consultation at True Results for next month, no days off between now and then. I've already got confirmation from my insurance for coverage, Aetna, so when I go for my appointment they will be able to tell me what the time line looks like as well as what my out of pocket will be.

I'm terribly nervous, but excited as well!

Thanks to everyone for your honesty and all the tips and info. You've helped me make up my mind and go for it!

Welcome to LBT and Good Luck!!! I am also going through True Results (Houston) and they have made the process incredibly simple. The only problem I have is with my own lack of patience. Now I have a tentative date, I should be a little less neurotic!

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Hi. I have been seriously thinking about surgery to lose weight, but I gotta tell ya, I am scared to death. How did you talk to your Dr.? I mean, how did you approach the subject of surgery? I'm asking you because I see you are just starting out. Thanks!

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My first appt is tomorrow.....im very excited but scared too......but this forum is awesome abduction it def helped me come to my decision:))))) good luck to you guys!!!

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And*** Smh my big ole fingers lol

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@hmmrgrl

I actually know a few people who have had one type of barriatric surgery or another. With the exception of 1 person all would do it again. The 1 person has gained a lot of her weight back and is having medical issues. She eats a lot of junk though and doesn't exercise at all.

I also did a LOT of research before I made a decision and also talked about it with my husband and my mom. I read everything I could find and lurked in a lot of chat rooms and message boards reading what actual patients have said after their surgery.

This message board has a wealth of information.

I also researched doctors in my area including patient reviews.

I don't need a referral from my doc with my insurance so I just made an appointment, but just be honest with your doctor and talk about it. Explain how you feel and why. Doctors are supposed to be on YOUR side so if yours isn't maybe a new doc is in order.

I'm terrified believe me, but I want to be healthy and look good more! Good luck and keep us updated!

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