freeskye 0 Posted December 24, 2006 I am new here and am in the process of the band. my Dr. is Pennings in Post Fall, Idaho. I am a self pay. I am 54 and have dealt with obesity since my 20's. I have treid just about everything else, including phen-fen. Anyway, just wanted to say hi. It is nice to be able to see how others are doing on their journey. Jean Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
juliegeraci 7 Posted December 24, 2006 Hi Jean, I was banded on June 6th of this year. So far I am down 34 lbs. I am considered a slow loser at 1 lb per week. I love my band. I am so glad I had it done. Good luck to you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
beachgirl 2 Posted December 25, 2006 Hi there and welcome. I too had tried everything including phenphen and the band is the first thing that's worked for me. My weightloss has slowed down some but still I could have never done it without my band. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Iluvharleys 15 Posted December 25, 2006 Welcome to LBT! I was a self pay too, and I have never been sorry to fund it myself! Good Luck! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TracyinKS 7 Posted December 26, 2006 Welcome!! I am hoping insurance pays, but if it doesn't I'm determined to find the financing some how..... This board is so great for inspiration and information! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flabuless 18 Posted December 27, 2006 Jean welcome to lapband talk! Congratulations on taking the first steps to the rest of your new life! Keep us posted. becky Share this post Link to post Share on other sites