Hi Everyone,

ICANDOTHIS · April 29, 2006

My name is Donna, I am new here, I been getting information on getting the LapBand surgery, from different sources. I felt personal experence from all of you who has been there, would be of great help, and encouragement......My general physician is getting paperwork of my health problems to send in for approval and lead me to the right surgeon. say a small prayer for me all goes well , ty all......keep up the good weightloss everyone

pepsi32861 · April 29, 2006

Good Luck to you Donna, I think you will find you made a god choice, for me it was the best thing I have ever done. See you soon on the losing side.

ICANDOTHIS · April 30, 2006

I truly hope and pray to be on the losing side...I weigh 359....I am so tird carrying all this around. Donna

JanetC · April 30, 2006

Welcome to LBT Donna! We're glad you're here! Feel free to pepper us with questions, we love to answer them! :eek:

paula · April 30, 2006

Hey Donna - glad to meet ya! Welcome to LBT.

Does your insurance cover WLS, specifically Adjustable Gastric Banding?

That's the million dollar question around here.

Good luck, and keep us posted.

Anwyn · April 30, 2006

Hi Donna! Welcome to LBT. I haven't regretted getting my band for a second. Good luck with your research, and ask away if you have questions. :eekB:

Iluvharleys · April 30, 2006

Welcome to LBT, and good luck!

ICANDOTHIS · May 2, 2006

Medicaid Is My Insurance, It Will Pay If Have Health Risks And I Do.......

Kat817 · May 2, 2006

Welcome Donna!! Lucky you having insurance to pay!! I'm surprised I didn't lose all my wieght pre band jumping through hoops trying to get insurance coverage!!! Oh well I self paid it in Mexico, and am happy as can be! Good Luck to you. Hang out here, look around, and research, research, research!!! You will go into it prepared for it to work!

Kat