Banding.....August 2007! Who else?

[justwant2lose 0]

I am having mine done with Dr. Thomas Lavin in Covington, LA

I have been to a seminar, and my appointment with him is July 17.

[andreerichards1 4]

August 1 :confused: cant wait.

[lafsalot 0]

Wuick question, what information did you have to provide for the wieght management program. I also have bcbs and am wondering exactly what they need.

[StacieM 0]

I am going to be banded in August. After two years of hoping, wishing,

and praying, things have fallen into place and it's here!!!! My insurance

would not cover it, so I have to self pay. I am a bit nervous about the actual procedure and the lifestyle change, but I am determined to do it.

I will be forty in a few short years and I want to be healthy and slim

for the rest of my life! :clap2:

I am with you, I want to be healthy and happy... I am not so worried abou the procedure but I am worried about some of the lifestyle changes, mostly no soda... it's my alcohol. BUT I want to be runnig around with the kids, feeling good and looking good so I guess no more soda!!!

[cazulay 0]

July 27!!!

I was able to get in earlier than I thought, but if you'all don't mind I will stick with this group also. You all seem like such nice folks!

Yeah!!!!

[StacieM 0]

Yeah... girl take it when you can get it! Congrats on the date.:clap2::eek:

[DrRX - Tulsa 0]

I just found out today that I will be having my surgery on August 22!!! I am so excited!:clap2:

[justwant2lose 0]

I hate the thought of giving up soda also!!! I've been doing a lot of research on the internet about the procedure and what to expect

after, but reading posts from actual people who have had it done

has been a better resource to me. I have learned that it is not a

magical cure, but a tool. I used to take Phentermine to suppress

my appetite, but was so worried about the havoc it could have

on my body such as a stroke. I mean, it worked for awhile but

then my body would get used to it, and it stopped working.

I have tried everything. I can't tell you how relieved I am to know

that the rest of my "new life" is going to start very shortly.

I am so ready!:whoo:

[kat44 0]

August 1 :eek: cant wait.

Wow, finally a buddy. I'm having my surgery August 1st too with Dr. Cobourn in Mississauga.

[andreerichards1 4]

what time are you at im at 8am? with dr. c.

[Qvrfullmidwife 0]

StacieM I have seen the surgeon, the appointment with the nutritionist and psych will happen during the 2 week pre-op diet...all that they lack is for us to pick a date. Technically it could even be July, we just have to give them 2 weeks warning. We are just working on finalizing the money and dh taking off work for a few days to tend to the farm and kids while I am down.

I feel really blessed to be able to be a midwife. I finished my training before I had any children. Since my 4th was born I severely limited my practice and only in the last few years have I started to be comfortable with being more busy as my olders are now old enough to handle pretty much anything that arises at home.

[badonkadonkbutt 1]

I just found out today that we will be submitting to insurance soon but they said I have overkilled them with info (thanks to suggestions from here!) that they don't see any way that they can deny me. I am still on track for an august date!

[StacieM 0]

I hate the thought of giving up soda also!!! I've been doing a lot of research on the internet about the procedure and what to expect

after, but reading posts from actual people who have had it done

has been a better resource to me. I have learned that it is not a

magical cure, but a tool. I used to take Phentermine to suppress

my appetite, but was so worried about the havoc it could have

on my body such as a stroke. I mean, it worked for awhile but

then my body would get used to it, and it stopped working.

I have tried everything. I can't tell you how relieved I am to know

that the rest of my "new life" is going to start very shortly.

I am so ready!:whoo:

What a great attitude... I am with you on the tool and ready for my new life... BUT... (see it still gets in the way) I am already thinking about the headaches/migraines from caffeine withdrawl and not having the "out" soda gives me. I have been looking for replacements though... I will get there.

[DrRX - Tulsa 0]

I am scheduled for Aug 22. I am really excited!:clap2:

[a_new_me 0]

I have a date - Aug 10th and I'm freaking out a bit. Am anxious to start the process but scared at the same time. I'm glad to find a group to begin the journey with!