If you change your mind, do they have to give you your money back?

kero · July 27, 2007

Just wondering.... if you change your mind before the surgery, do they have to give you your money back? I know some is a non-refundable deposit (here in Canada at least) but I was wondering if they have to give you back the rest? Does anyone know?

beachgirl · July 28, 2007

I would hope noone would get that far and back out. It was easier than having my root canal done. I'm so glad that 12 months ago, knowing I was going to Mexico that I didn't back out 80 pounds lighter. I would have gained 80 since then without my band.

munchkincan · July 28, 2007

Just wondering.... if you change your mind before the surgery, do they have to give you your money back? I know some is a non-refundable deposit (here in Canada at least) but I was wondering if they have to give you back the rest? Does anyone know?

Are you thinking of backing out. I know its scary and a huge life change. But just remember it will probably be the best thing health wise we can do for ourselves. We are all here to help you with whatever questions you have. I went back and forth for about a month. I am scheduled for next Wednesday August 1 and it can't get here soon enough for me.

Good luck to you and take care of yourself.

Nancy

Big Wave Dave · July 28, 2007

Aloha Kero

Please don't back out, I'm 2 weeks post-op and down another 20 Lbs. for a total of 41. It was the best thing I've ever done for myselft, wait forget myself the best thing I ever done for my wife and kids, because hopefully I'll be around a lot longer and can take care of them and be a better husband, father and a healther one to boot. So please hang in there and go ahead and get it done.

Aloha

BWD

cookielover · July 30, 2007

Hi Kero-

I too am going through the Canadian process. I think the "non-refundable" portion is just that- non-refundable. However, I know when I paid the remainder of my surgercial fees I signed a "concent" form, and I can't remember if those fees are non-refunable...let me check...nope there is nothing in my paperwork that says the fees are non-refundable. But I am more than two months away from my BIG day. Kero this is a life changing moment and you have to be 100% commited to it. If you don't feel ready for whatever reason then go talk to your doctor and see if she or he can help you. I am sure that if they have not paid for the operating room you can get your money refunded. Good luck, and I hope you do what is best for you.

kero · July 30, 2007

Thanks Munchkinkan, Big Wave Dave. cookielover etc. . You guessed right. I was panicking this past weekend. It was odd. I suddenly felt like I was taking the easy way out and got quite down on myself about it. I started to tell myself I was weak and just needed to buckle down and diet properly. I think this was fueled by losing weight on the pre-op diet, seeing that loss actually gave me false hope that I could do it on my own..... then I cheated, and now I have gained a few pounds back, which reminds me of the yo-yo dieting I have done all my life and the fact that I don't want to do it anymore! I know I have to do this, but part of me still feels that I should be able to do it on my own, I guess that feeling is just culturally reinforced and will probably stay with me. But, it is Monday, and I am being banded on Thursday, and I will do it! And can't wait for the rest of my life to start! Thanks sooooo much for all of your support..... it is so helpful to hear from people who understand the emotions behind these issues! THANK YOU ALL!