Any bandsters in Macon GA area?

[mrslamica 3]

This is so neat! I had my first meeting with Dr. Bagnato yesterday and I feel so much more at ease. I started thinking about LapBand about 6 months ago and began researching my different options and doctors in the area that do this procedure. Out of all of the surgeons I feel that Dr. B is the best. He seems really down to earth and passionate about his cause.

I am currently awaiting insurance approval (and a little nervous) and then I am good to go. The nurse said as soon as they get word of approval I can have my surgery in a week! I already started the Sugar Busters Diet to get a head-start and prepare for my procedure. I am very excited and hope to be reporting a successful procedure in a couple weeks!

[BABY-LYN 9]

I have my fingers crossed on the approval from your insurance. I was denied the first time - the doctor's office submitted my paperwork for approval. So if you are denied you need to call the insurance compay and find out why. My denial was due to the doctor's office leaving out my high blood pressure issue.

I have not gotten a doctor here in ga yet. I had my surgery in Chicago and have not been to see a doctor here since i moved back to ga. I'm going to call around this week and talk with some this week.

I have not regretted having the surgery once since I did it. I think the only thing I miss is my cokes- especially when i'm really stressed.

Be sure to start getting a list of foods that you like that a good sources for Protein. It will be the most important food it you will eat once you have the surgery.

Keep us posted on what's happening. :-)