Jump to content
×
Are you looking for the BariatricPal Store? Go now!

Desperately Seeking Banding



Recommended Posts

Morning,

Browsing the interent for info on Banding. I've made up my mind that this is the best option for me and want to hear from others about their expericneces. I have yet to find negative experiences anyone have any. Seems too good to be true and want to be fully prepared with knowledge.

Thanks

Living Large in Ontario :(

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

There is a lot of information on these boards. Do a lot of browsing and you'll learn almost anything you ever wanted to know.

There are some down sides to having a band - erosion, port infections, never again having some favorite foods/drinks (if they won't go down), but overall, the majoirty of the experiences you'll find are good ones.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

how long does it take from Dr. visit to surgery?

Audrey

That depends on a lot of factors...some people only have to wait a few weeks....some MONTHS. I am a MONTHS person...insurance is a big factor. If you're going through insurance, call them and ask them to send you the requirements for WLS.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

I will start that today, I called and my doctor had to send in a predetermination letter. But it is COVERED. Baby step #1 I've go my surgerons appt for 4/13/07. Help me not to be so nervous about the process:faint: :help:

Audrey:confused:

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now

  • Trending Products

  • Trending Topics

  • Recent Status Updates

    • Alisa_S

      Gearing up for my consult 01/14! Starting to get a little nervous.
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • Goyafigs

      I had VSG 11.20.24 with Miguel Burch, MD Cedars-Sinai and I am 1 month post-op. 
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • DaisyChainOz

      🥳 Jan 1 2025 - Day 1 of Pre Op, surgery on the 16th! 😬😅
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • Alisa_S

      Just been waiting until time for my consult with my bariatric surgeon. It's scheduled for Jan 9th. Turns out I won't actually be seeing him. Apparently it'll be with his P.A.             Not sure what to expect. I thought this is where the surgeon would discuss the best surgery option for me. For years I had my heart set on the sleeve, but I've read so many people have issues with reflux - even if they've never had it before - that they've had to be revised to the bypass. I already deal with GERD & take 40 mg of Omeprazole daily, so I started studying about bypass and honestly, it seems like it might be the better choice for me. How can we discuss surgery options if the surgeon is not there?
      What happened at your first consult? Trying to get an idea of what to expect, or maybe I should say, what NOT to expect.
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • rinabobina

      I would like to know what questions you wish you had asked prior to your duodenal switch surgery?
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
  • Recent Topics

  • Hot Products

  • Sign Up For
    Our Newsletter

    Follow us for the latest news
    and special product offers!
  • Together, we have lost...
      lbs

    PatchAid Vitamin Patches

    ×