I had laproscopic gastric bypass surgery.  If you are having the lapband it might be just fine to go aon vacation, because that is less invasive.

Thanks for the info.  He seems pretty cool.  I am what they call a "light weight" ( i am just at the required 40 BMI) so i havent been cutting anything out for fear of not being able to have my surgery.  Dr. Imlay told me to wear heavy clothes and drink a lot of water for my final weigh-in, LOL.  I went to my 1 "required" support group meeting, but havent been to any others.  I actually live in Briargate, so it is a long way after working all day ;o)  How long did you have to stay at the hospital, like what day was your surgery and what day did you go home?  Mine is on a tues. and i am hoping to go home on friday.  How soon after were you up and around?  I have to go back to work on the 3rd of Jan. so i am hoping i will be ok.  A friend of mine had surgery on tues. went home on fri. and was at the flea market on sat.  I finally went out and got all my post-surgery foods and vitamins.  i think i have everything now...  well, thanks again for the info.  sorry for all the questions ;O)  I know several people who have had the surgery, but i wanted first hand knowledge from someone who had the same surgeon and the same hospital.   oh, one more question...  how long did it take for the "dirty" hole to heal?  the one you have to pack and keep open when you go home? thanks again! Kim

Please vote for an OH conference in our beloved, forgotten state! There is a post that is sticky on all the boards!!!!!!!

I don't have first-hand knowledge, but have heard only WONDERFUL things about the Ft. Carson docs and surgery staff.  I'm sure you'll be in great hands. My surgical group doesn't do any special diet either, I had a great "last supper" at Biaggi's the night before my surgery. Take care, you'll be soooo glad you did this!

I have one thats a 5x but if you need it I would be glad to ship it.. I will be moving to Colorado at the end of March beginning of April (which explains why Im lurking on this board..lol)... Anyway, let me know. If not, I will probably post to the clothing exchange...