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Lioness81970 · August 14, 2003

Hi everyone! I was surfing the net and came across this board and signed up quickly. I just decided to have the procedure done yesterday. I'm a little scared....ok, a lot scared, but it is something that I want to do. I have done a lot of research on this and the bypass surgery and this just seemed like a no-brainer. I wish everyone the best of luck with their journeys!!!

August 14, 2003

Have you chosen a doctor yet?

Lioness81970 · August 14, 2003

Yes I have........I made the call today. His name is Dr. David Engstrand. He's in Brookfield - what about you?

Lulu · August 14, 2003

I also have Dr. Engstrand! How did you find him - or were you referred? Thanx.

Lioness81970 · August 14, 2003

I actually found him through a web site. I was a little hesitant about it until I consulted my PCP and she told me he had a good rep. That made the ultimate decision for me. WHen are you having your surgery done or has it been set yet? I am just at the consult stage - I go on Sept 22nd. I am REALLY excited about this!! We will have to keep in touch and compare notes!!! How did you find out about him?

Lulu · August 15, 2003

My PCP referred me to Dr. Engstrand. I've had the psych eval and stress test already, and on Monday I will have the dietary and physical therapy consultations. Hopefully all reports will get back to Dr. E quickly so they can send the pkg to the insurance company. Then we wait for approval before we can set a date for surgery. The waiting is so hard. Wish I had known about the lap band many years ago! This sounds almost too good to be true but apparantly it really works. This forum has been so educational; I feel very confident about what to expect - both good and not so good.