acadang 0 Posted March 27, 2008 Aloha, I currently live in Kailua Kona Hawaii and I am interested in having the lap band procedure done. I don't know where to start. I need some guidance if there is anyone out there that has had this procedure done in kona, please assist. I am having so many health problems.:confused2: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
annabella 7 Posted March 27, 2008 I don't live in Hawaii but I can say that I got started by calling 1-877-lap-band or 1-877-527-2263. Hopefully that will work for you? They sent me a packet explaining what to do. The packet had surgeons in and around my area that I could choose from. I looked them up one by one and decided on a Dr. Once I did that I called the office and they guided me on what to do. To start I had to attend a seminar. At this seminar they explained both Gastric Bypass and the Lap Band procedures in detail and then met with you one by one. I want the lapband. My next step is a psych evaluation which I have set up. They too gave me that number. This is of course my situation and my insurance so your experience may differ. I had already talked with my insurance company and I already know they will pay for it but its just following the rules before hand that I have to do. GOOD LUCK. Annabella Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
losingjusme 12 Posted March 28, 2008 hi, welcome to LBT. this is a great resource. my suggestion is just read all you can in the pre-op sections then go to other sections after that. good luck! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
annesan 0 Posted March 28, 2008 Dr. Paul Cirangle of San Fransisco Laprascopic associates comes to Hawaii( I think to Oahu and Maui) monthly. Google their web site to find out more about it. He is my surgeon and is one of the best. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
