Skinnyminded 21 Posted May 15, 2012 Been doing this process for a year now! Out of Massachusetts General Hospital (Boston) Weight Center. Was considering the band,bypass now this. My BMI is only 44.. Im nervous. I have a consultation with a surgeon in July. Any advice been battling weight my whole. I. 26. 2 sdb1147 and Sleeve-A-Licious reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
twoboysandagirl 109 Posted May 15, 2012 Ask any and every single question you can think of...between all of us here we will have an answer. Keep asking and reading until you feel comfotable with your decision. 1 sdb1147 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shangefan 193 Posted May 15, 2012 As someone who is undergoing revision from lapband to the sleeve, I definitely would not advocate for the band. But you should get all of the information you can because it might be the right choice for you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sleeve-A-Licious 21 Posted May 19, 2012 Saweet someone from B-town!!! I'm getting my sleeve done at Beth Israel Hospital..I'm wicked excited I was going to do the band first but i did a ton of research plus the older we get the less likely it will be covered by insurance..so that's what made my decision..lots of folks forget when we get to our retiring age Medicare will not be covering fills..the sleeve is the best choice for me!! Wish you well!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ProudGrammy 8,322 Posted May 19, 2012 My BMI is only 44.. Im nervous. I have a consultation with a surgeon in July. Any advice been battling weight my whole. I. 26. Hi Skinnyminded I was sleeved 5 months ago, and i'm very happy. Down 65 lbs. no pre-op diet. Most people on this board might be a little biased - since most are happy with there sleeve. (always a few that might be a little discontent due to problems that occurred) So, yes IMO - go for the sleeve, it will change your life for the good. best on your decision kathy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites