Newbie trying to decide where to get the Lap-Band and need some support.

[divaofsongs 42]

Hello everyone, my name is Mona and I just took out a $10K loan to have the Lap-Band surgery which I so desperately need. I am torn between Dr. Kirshenbaum in Colorado and Dr. Aceves in Mexicali, Mexico. I am really leaning towards Dr. Aceves because of his experience and the fact that I am at 62.2 BMI and he has experience working with people like me whom are EXTREMELY voluptuous! I am planning to visit the facility in Mexicali and meet with the staff and doctor to ask some questions and see if I feel comfortable, thanks to a great board member who has been extremely kind to me.

I was wondering if any of you have any advice or experience, good, bad, or indifferent, with either of these doctors. I would appreciate anything that may help in my Quest.

By the way, I have enjoyed reading many of the posts on this board. I spend at least 5 hours a day at work just reading the posts but have just now decided to join. Hmmmm, no wonder my work is never done.

[nip50 2]

One thing to keep in consideration is where will you have your fills performed? A lot of the local doctors won't do fills on people when they haven't performed the actual surgery.

Good Luck - you won't regret your decision.

[jennypoo 0]

Hi Mona,

I will also be gettin the band.I just got my money to pay for mine also.

I will be going to Dr.Aceves on Dec 7th for my surgery.I did alot of research in the last months and finaly made my decision on him.I went by his experience,his stats,his aftercare(knowing he would be there for me),along with other things.

I feel like I will be in one of the best's Doc's hands.

When are you planning on visiting his facilty?

Jen

[faithmd 14]

Aceves has LOADS AND LOADS more experience, but I know plenty of folks are very happy with Kirschenbaum.