I'm new!

[cbrownie 0]

Hello everyone,

My name is Carol, I had my first appointment today starting the process toward banding. I am anxious and nervous. Hoping that my insurance will approve, I know this will be a long process. I live in Columbia, SC, I am 42, married w/ 2 girls 18 & 11. I have been considering this surgery for about 2 years. I have always been overweight, lost and gained a gazillion lbs. I am so tired of that yo-yo. I am 5'11" 303lbs. I don't have any major co-morbidities, I am pretty healthy except for a worn out left knee, my bp is 117/72. I actually like to exercise, just don't discipline myself to do it routinely.

Just wanting to hear some experiences of you guys that have been banded. Looking for inspiration.

[jmschnapf 0]

Hello Carol,

I am fairly new too. I have only posted a couple of times. I started the process in April by speaking to my family Dr. He agreed the lap band would be a good tool for me. I went to a seminar in April. Decided to go forward in May of this year. I couldn't get an appointment until August!! Finally, got in to start the lap band process. Yeah!! I just completed my required nutrition classes, support group meetings, psych eval, and lost over 5% of my weight. My insurance has covered all so far. They do cover the lap band, but am waiting on the approval for my specific surgery now. It has been almost 2 weeks. Don't know how long it will take. I am ready, and excited!! I am from Indiana, where are you from??

Good luck with all the steps you go thru!!!

Jodie

[Mscas3 0]

HI Carol,

Welcome to the site. I am fairly new as well. It took me two years as well to decide but I have a date for October 30, 2007 for my band. I went today for my pre surgery appointment. I know the feelings yu are having because I am having them as well. This site is really helpful and a great place to feel normal

I've learned alot and realize I am not alone in all this! I live in Massachusetts and fortunately my insurance agreed to pay for all except for $500. It took a while and lots of visits but so far so good. Hang in there it will all work out for the best!

[DonHoll1 0]

Welcome to all of you and congrats on your decision to get the band. I love mine. Donna