Just wanted to introduce myself.

I am 42 yrs. old wife and mother and I am just starting on my journey to a healthier me. I went to my Orientation at Roger Williams Hosptial in RI on 6/12/08.

welcome ... congratulation on starting your journey .... I have found that it depends on the ins. about how long it take .....and if their is a weight goal before surgery ..but i have seen on here anywheres between 4 months - 1 yr... so check with your doctor and ins...