going in for my first consult... scared to death

February 1, 2005

Hi everyone, my name is Krissie. Thank you so much for sharing on this web site. I feel so much better than I have recently. I am going in tomorrow to Tufts New England Medical center for my first consults. I know that i can ask them many of these questions, but you guys have lived it... First can anyone tell me about the surgery itself? How long does it take? How long are you in the hospital? How long are you off of work? Anything.

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ks Krissie

Bright · February 1, 2005

Hi Krissie

Welcome to Lapband Talk!

I had my surgery about 15 months ago, and for me, it really was quick and easy! I had my op at about 3pm on a tuesday in Paris, France and flew home to Ireland on the thursday - I was out shopping on friday! Very little pain, quick recovery - it's probably one of the easiest surgeries to have - of course that's my experience, many others found it a little more painful/complicated/inconvenient but I think, all in all, it's normally pretty quick and straightforward!

Do lots of research and read lots of the old posts here for more info!

Best of luck

Alexandra · February 1, 2005

Hi Krissie,

Obviously you need to get the specific details from your surgeon, but generally people are out of the hospital no later than the next day. Some practices--like the one I used, for instance--do the surgety as outpatient. I was home by 2:00 in the afternoon the same day, Wednesday, and was back at work on Monday.

It's really no big deal; if you've ever had surgery before this will feel like a piece of cake. General anaesthesia is the hardest part (IMO).

Good luck with your consult!