Plication newbie here

[BrantS1976 243]

Just wanted to introduce myself. My name is Brant and I had the plication surgery on October 24th and have lost 69 pounds. I had the surgery here in Washington as part of a clinical trial. Upon doing my research on the different procedures it interested me as you do not have the potential for a leaking staple line like the VSG. I know that complication is highly uncommon, but the idea of having my stomach held closed with staples was a bit disconcerting. The clincher was that my insurance would not cover any procedure, so I was going to be private pay, and plication was almost $6k less as the after care was included for participating in the study. I look forward to seeing what everyone else has to share as we all go through this journey together. In just under four months this process has already significantly changed my life and my only regret is that I did not do it sooner.

[☠carolinagirl☠ 18,721]

congrats on your surgery

[BrantS1976 243]

Thanks! Congrats to you on the awesome weight loss carolinagirl!

[HealthyNewMe 1,935]

Good luck to you on your journey. I had my band surgery and all follow up fills as part of a long term study as well. No expense to me as a participant in the study. My doctor refers to those patients participating in the study as GOLDEN TICKET WINNERS!!!!