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I'm new here. I have my first meeting and consult with the Dr. on July 10th. I'm looking forward to having my lap band done! I am hoping that it doesn't take too long for my insurance to approve and for me to get all of my appointments done before the surgery date can get set!

I have been over 100 lbs overweight with BMI over 40 for about 12 years (WOWZERS). 5 years ago I almost got GB and I lost my job, so I didn't complete the surgery. I am glad now that I didn't get it, as I think the LapBand is more of what I am looking for in terms of weight loss surgery.

I have 2 small children that I want to live for and be able to run around with, without being out of breath or fearful of a heart attack!

Ansley

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Hi, wow, you sure you wasnt reading my mind when you wrote that last sentence! lol i have been saying that every since i decided to get the band. i have my first consult on the 3rd. i am walking in with all my labs, sleep study, ekg, dr. letter, stress test etc. lol. when they see all that i have already, they are gonna say, "well, i think this is all we need to submit to the insurance!" lolol i hope thats what they will say. im very excited about it, i am over 100lbs overweight and cant wait to start living a healthier lifestyle. i have 2 children still at home with me, ages 13, 5. so i understand what you mean when you say you want to be around to play and do things with them without getting out of breath!

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Hello and welcome to LBT! Glad to see that you are getting the lapband. It will improve your ability to chase those lil rugrats 10 fold :) I have only lost 29 pounds but I feel like a miliion bucks.

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