Has anyone had this surgery in Israel?

[moriah 0]

Hi Susan,

I was going to have the lap band and began tests etc. in Tel Hashomer Hospital. The doctor was very nice but he said that he didnt like the lap band and preferred doing the full gastric procedure. After his explanations, I had second thoughts and didnt go through with the surgery.

Then I started a new job after being so long at home, and was mortified at how much weight I had gained - but....I really wanted this job. So I began to walk twice a day to and from work for 1/2 hour each and slowly reduced my food intake. Now, after 2 years I went down from 250 lbs to my current weight 195. I look and feel much better but I really want to lose more. It is so hard - but I feel that having a surgery was not really conquering my problem with food - I realize that food for me is totally connected to my emotions and if I am sad, depressed or bored I eat. I lose track of everything.

I wish you well with your lapband - I am sorry I couldnt be of more assistance to you. Also, I am so excited for you to be making aliya! I also made aliya so if you have any questions about that too - I would be happy to help you

Take Care - Tal