Lap Band

Hi everyone! I am basically new to this site. My sister sent me here for support and information. I just got my referral for getting the Lap Band done. I am 40, just had twin boy/girl. During the pregnancy, I developed Gest Diabetes. It did not go away afterwards! I have alot of weight to loose. Looking for others that have had the lap band done or getting it done. Maybe someone to get active with .... just folks in simular situations as me! Jeanee in Anchorage

Where are you getting the lap band done? In Anchorage? I thought they didn't do it here. I'm just 14 days post op from gastric bypass (big incision). At 55, I figured it didn't matter because I don't think I'll ever feel comfortable in a two piece swim suit no matter how much I lose. I don't know about the lap band, but the day after gastric bypass surgery if you're diabetic, you probably won't need your meds anymore. I had been on high blood pressure medications for over 10 years, and I didn't need to resume them after the surgery. Wierd, huh? I understand that a bunch of WLS patients do the H20 Oasis water walking thing. I'm not able to do that for a few weeks, but it's M/W/F , I think 7 am - 9 am. I had my surgery done with Dr. Snyder's office, and there is a monthly support group thing. Do you want details? Good luck with your surgery. Even though it's been only 2 weeks, I wish I'd done this 15 years ago! Linda Q

Hi Linda! Dr. Michael Todd does it now. He has been for alittle over a year now. About the meds .... that is exactly what my doc told me. I am hoping! This scares the heck out of me! My sister did the bypass and I did not like the way her health has been over the past couple years. Maybe it is just her and not caring for herself .... I don't know. I hope you loose all you are hoping to!

Hi Jeanee, I am new to this site and really need some information badly. I hope that you can help me. I have a lot of questions.....no answers. I live in Anchorage and have recently decided to go ahead with the lap band surgery. I'll probably be paying for this out of pocket....we have CIGNA insurance. So, the questions I have are: Did you have your surgery - how was it - did you like your doctor - has he done a lot of these procedures - how do you feel now - how do you go about researching a doctor in your area. I hope this doesn't feel too intrusive...I just really need a ray of hope right now. Thanks for answering any or all of these questions.