Love the site & had to join in on the support

[I'llsucceed 1]

Hi All,

I have not been banded as of yet but am considering it & will decide in the next month or so. I have already recieved my referral & taken the psych exam & passed. I am sending in the weight loss history tomorrow & will wait to hear from the insurance. I am currently 243 & 5'6" according to the last measurement (where I tried to slouch as much as possible to take off a 1/2" or more) LOL - you see I am not quite 40 BMI> But I am close at 37BMI & have gerd & knee problems once in awhile. I love this site & have learned alot thus far. Congrats to all that have taken control of thier lives! I hope to have the courage to join you as well.

Warmly

I'll succeed

[Jammin & Losin 1]

Hope all goes well for you and I think you will make the right decision. GOOD LUCK!!!

[paula 4]

Hi succeed and Welcome! Where ya from?

[New Hope 37]

Best of luck to you! That's too funny about your "slouching"! LOL But your health problems should figure into the insurance co's decision.

[Iluvharleys 15]

A "big" welcome from Texas!

[TrishS 3]

Welcome!!! and Good Luck with everything

[I'llsucceed 1]

Forgot to mention I am from Michigan & if I am banded will go to Dr Hawashi. I just turned 38 & would love to have a child someday - so that is why I think the band is the best choice. Thank you all for saying hello.

[pennybear 0]

Hi! My name is Holly and I was banded by Dr. Ortiz on 11/24/04. I live in Northeastern OH and I have lost 16 pounds so far. I had my first fill yesterday in Mexico. I am excited to get back on the road downward. I am a 5th grade school teacher. I learned about this site from Michelle at Dr. Oritz's office. I am exicted to get to know all of you!

Holly

[I'llsucceed 1]

Welcome Holly

Your not that far from where I am-Detroit. How much do you want to lose total & why did you have to go ALL the way to Mexico for your fill? Was it something already included w/your doc who is there? Or have you looked into fill in Ohio & Or Mich? 16 pds is great - your doing very well ! Congrats!

[Mita 2]

Welcome and Good Luck hope everything goes well for you.

[blossom 2]

Welcome and congrats on your decision to be banded!!!

[suzieschmoe 0]

I am new to the site as well - but extending my welcome and wishing you the best with your surgery. Looking forward to hearing how well it went for you!

Cheers,

[New Hope 37]

Congratulations and welcome, Gloria! How long did it take you to lose your weight? Great job!