YAYYY!!!! I'm approved!!!!

[TachaBaby505 2]

Hey guys, Im finally introducing myself now that ive been approved! My surgery date is 1/9/08 and im getting it done by Dr. Peter Kwon in Port Jervis, NY. Im so excited!

[hijabigirl1973 0]

Congrats and good luck!

[KatieBee 0]

Hey!

I just got approved too, im waiting to hear from my doctor about my surgery date!!!

I'M SOOOO EXCITED!

[Cgailee 1]

<p>I was so excited when I got my approval! Congrats.</p>

[ThinDolphin3 3]

Congrats on getting a surgery date. Look frwd to hearing from you after the surgery...it's ONLY DAYS AWAY:clap2::whoo:

Blessings

[shoegirl1970 0]

I was you only 10 days ago and I had my lap band put in this morning!

[deedari 0]

I Was Also Banded By Dr Kwon...aren't They So Helpful At His Office? I Was Banded On Dec.19th. I Feel Great. Cant Wait For Real food Though. Im On 3 shakes A Day Until The 7th. Its Not As Bad As It Sounds. Good Luck On Your Surgery...everything Will Be Fine.

[jst4kel 1]

I am curious to know how you feel today on day 2. I am scheduled for surgery on Jan. 24 and am beginning to get nervous.Congrats on the step you are taking to a healthier you!

[shoegirl1970 0]

Jst4kel, I feel great on day 2. I did have to take something a bit stronger than the Tylenol a little while ago but I think it's because I also have a little bit of a cough. It hurts when I cough so my husband suggested I take the prescribed pain medication.

[SparkyJ 0]

I am so glad to have found this website! I am just getting started in the whole process.

[KatieBee 0]

shoegirl - how long was it from your approval to your surgery?

I was approved on the 21st and am waiting to hear from my dr's office...

congrats to you!

[mommamare 0]

i too am on my way.....surgery set for thid thursday. trying to get my act together. what should i have on hand?

[citygirl4616 2]

Congrats on getting your date! I am getting my surgery the day AFTER you...Jan. 10th! What a great way to start 2008! I am getting it done in Atlanta. Good luck, and I'll see you on the boards!

[TachaBaby505 2]

thanks for all the support guys! and mommamare, i think u shud pack a lil overnight bag for the hospital. im gonna pack some crystal light, comfortable loose clothing, any prescribed pain meds, and emergency contact numbers. good luck with ur surgery

[rainbowme2 0]

My band date is January 2nd and I have Dr Kwon also. I am very excited. Doing the dieting during the holidays had a special meaning for me. I figured if I can be good during the biggest food fest of the year then I can do this the right way till the end. My concern is I am an emotional eater but I am on top of it with a therapist to figure out other ways to express feelings instead of stuffing them down with food. I also find the group I go to very helpful. Happy New Year!