received approval finally today

[myrtleinwva 0]

Hello ! I am new to the group and am interested in speaking with anyone who has had the surgery to get some more information. I finally after 3 months received my insurance approval today and my surgery is scheduled for Feb 12, 2007. I am excited, nervous, scared, hopeful and all of the above ! I have been doing some research and kind of know what to expect, but would still like to hear from someone who has already had the surgery.

Thanks

Myrtle in WV

[juliegeraci 7]

Hi Myrtle, I was banded in June and I'm down 40 lbs. I love my lapband. What types of questions do you have?

[myrtleinwva 0]

Julie, Thank you for responding. How was the adjustment for you ? I know that I am ready for the lifestyle change, however everyone keeps asking how will I adjust to family dinners, holidays, and just in general not eating as much ect...I tell them that I am ready but I have not talked to anyone that has actually had the surgery itself so I guess they are making me overthink this.

[Kelsy 1]

Yay!! I am scheduled for Feb 12th too and i'm so nervous and excited. I just can't wait to get it over with.. Less than a month away!

[dxeln 0]

Hi Myrtle in WV,

I,too am from WV. Are you going to Dr. Nease? I talked to his nurse today and called my insurance co. I don't know how long it will take for me to get approval for the banding, how long did the process take for you? Good luck to you, I can't wait to get everything started.

[heyyou 0]

Hey out there! Has anyone been banded in El Paso Texas area? I'm trying to see who would be a good surgeon in that area?