First timer here-hello to all

[conno1 0]

Hi, I am so new to message boards that I don't even know if I needed to start a new thread or what but wanted to weigh in (no pun intended) and say hello.

My husband & I are just about to commit to lap band surgery in Mexico. His employer opted to exclude medical insurance for any coverage of any type of weight loss regardless of morbidity risks. We had such great hopes when we were told the employer was changing insurance companies. But, again no coverage.

We have been saving for over a year and a half and feel that we can't wait any longer. Getting on and off the low carb bandwagon just isn't accomplishing anything for us. My husband has been researching and decided that our best bet would be in Monterrey with a Dr. Zapata not only because of his pricing/coverage but primarily because of the hospital itself that he uses is well respected and top notch. I am a little nervous about the whole thing since we will be doing this in about 2-3 weeks because of time constraints for previous professional commitments my husband has. He will need the 2-3 week recovery before resuming his extensive traveling in late April.

[rsbg1 0]

Hello, and congrats to you both !!!!

In your research have you considered Dr. Kuri in TJ Mexico? He did mine, and I'm a 100% happy with the work. Dr. Kuri is one of the best lap-band Dr's around. He trained most of the other Dr's in Mexico and some Dr's here in the USA.. The cost is $8,900 for all, Hospital stay for two in a brand new hospital (state of the art), pick up and return to airport, hotel stay for two, and free fill's... Good luck !!:clap2:

[BlueTattoo 43]

Hi! I'm a new member as well. I was serfing Google.com and found this site. I'm going in for my 1sts seminare this week to turn in my insurance information so I can start the process of Lap-band. I'm 5'3 and 230 lbs. I've got a long way to go but It's a change I need to make. I'm really nervous about doing this . This is the most extreme thing i've ever done. But i know when it's all over i'll be able to have fun with my kids and enjoy the life i've always wanted for myself.

My name is JayCee and i'm from Norman, Ok. Just thought i'd post my hellos :eek:)

[LeeInDe. 0]

Hello and Welcome to all!

Good luck to you, and I am sure you are making a great decision. It is very hard to consider such a step, but once you do, you will be happy you did it.

I only wish I would have done it sooner in my life, and not wasted all those years with yo yo dieting, to find myself heavier each time I gained it back.

Let us know how you make out!

[paula 4]

Hi Blue tattoo and Conno! WELCOME to lapbandtalk.com

Conno, WOW - another banded couple (soon to be!) There's a couple of other banded couples around here. Hope you guys can connect for the sake of supporting each other. How wonderful that you and your spouse can share this experience together!

And dont worry about the Mexico trip. A VERY high number of bandsters travel to Mexico for their surgery and fills. A big number of those folks can be found lurking around here. If you need anything, just ask. Those Mexico-bound bandsters are so valuable for their experience!

Glad to have all of you... good luck!

[Lap_dancer 8]

Hey Conno, congrats to you and hubby. Welcome! Lots of info here.

and greetings out to Norman, Oklahoma. Welcome.

[wish412 0]

GREETINGS TO THE NEWBIES!!!!!!

My husband and I both are banded, so if we can answer any questions, go for it!!!

Jaycee, we are in Arkansas, not far from you, who will be doing your surgery, and just to let you know there is a support group that meets in Texarkana, and one I think in Idabel. Drs. Keilin and Hekier started them both. Again WELCOME TO BANDLAND!!!!! Mizboo

[kssunflower 0]

Hey, that is really great about you both being banded together, you are able to understand what each other is going through.

I almost considered going to Mexico myself to Dr. Ortiz at TJ, it's just that I live in Kansas and it is so far to travel if I have any problems, I would have to be able to get a plane to San Diego, so by the time I paid for my plane tickets there wouldn't be a whole lot of difference in what I'm paying int Topeka.......Good luck to you both and keep us posted on how things go.

[kssunflower 0]

Welcome Jaycee, you don't live far from me, I am in Kansas, keep us posted on your new journey.

[BlueTattoo 43]

Thank you for the warm welcomes! Wish412, I used to live in DeQueen with my ex-husband so I know exactly where those places are at

Dr. Ronnie L. Keith will be doing my surgery. He came highly recommended from a few friends and co-workers. it's gonna cost about $18k but my insurance will cover most of it. I was just suprised when i called my insurance company that they would cover it since i'm a part time employee. they said out of pocket expenses i'll have to pay around 1300. WHich isn't a bad trade off. and it covers my 1st year fills.

[BlueTattoo 43]

I did alot of oresearch on this . I spent about a month looking through success stories, finding information on doctors, and then finally meeting up with doctors. After speaking with the doctors I have to go to my first siminare on it and they answer all my questions there. That's my first step. After the siminare they take my insurance information and then get ahold of me after my insurance has responded to their request so i can schedual my surgery date.

[starvetta 0]

My name is Starr and I'm 26 years old . I want to make a change in my life is there anybody out there that can tell me how to get started so I can have a brighter outlook on life. I know one thing I'm tired of being FATT people looking at you everywhere you go. Going to the theme parks wondering if you'll be able to fit on the ride. I'm just tired

[starvetta 0]

I haven't been banded yet, but I'm still looking into it. I'm just tired of being the person that always stand out for the wrong reasons. Everybody tells me that I have a good looking face but thats it. I'm still young and there's alot I haven't seen nor done. I want to go into a store and fine clothes in a wider selection not the stuff that's seem to went out of style several years ago or going to olders stores I would like to go into a store and find cute stuff without the flowers