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ok so I just got back and I am having my band on JULY 25th... whhoooooo :clap2: But I also have to have my Gall bladder removed on the 30th of june.. So I was have GB pain.... That sucks but at least it will be taken care of now and not later.... I am so happyyyyyyyyy:clap2:

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Congrats on your date :clap2: or two dates

But, why two?

Many many patients have their GB's taken out at the same time as LapBanding. (The incisions for Lap Gall Bladder surgery are actually quite similar in size and position so it's a relatively easy surgery to do along with the Lap Band.)

Why is your doctor having you do two surgeries when you could only have to deal with one O.R. visit, one round of anesthesia, one recovery period?:confused:

Plus having two surgeries is riskier and more expensive than just one double procedure. I'd be curious to hear why your medical case is different from those of the thousands of patients who get both simultaneously.

Good Luck to you, in any case.

Happy Band (and Life) Journeys To All...

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He told me today that the amount of stones I have he does not want to take the chance doing both at the same time. ??? I didn't question him.. He has a awsome rep in my area and done over 3000 bands.. Should I ask more questions?

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