NEW TO THE BOARD - SURGERY DATE 9/12/06 -Lap Band - Dr. Nadzam

Hi Everyone, You have all been so helpful with your info... Finally got a Surgery date from Dr. Nadzam -(Lap Band) - can't wait....Scared but excited..... I am a Senior (65) from Orange Ct -mother of 4 - grandmother of 6...... probably the only Senior in this group.... Your postings have answered so many of my questions. Have to go through the ekg, blood tests, endoscopy on the 29th.... Not looking forward to that, but I'll make it through.... Again, thanks everyone - will be checking back with you and let you know how things went. Joan S.

Good Luck Joan. Dr Nazdam did my surgery ,( RNY-Lap ) and he's the best! Your in good hands! Take care,

Hi Julio, Thanks so much for the warm welcome... You sure look good with your weight loss... My hubby has taken off a few pounds since I started this whole procedure... and he is looking a lot better too....I've heard so many good things about Dr. Nazdam - Keeping my fingers crossed that things will move along smoothly. Have a great weekend. Joan

Hi Joan! Welcome to the CT board. This is a great group of people and you will find everyone extremely supportive and friendly. I too am from Orange so if you ever feel you need a little extra support along the journey, feel free to contact me. Again welcome and best wishes!!! Hugs, Carla

Hi Carla, It's a pleasure to know you are soooo close.....I might need that extra support along the way and happy to know you are here just incase!..... Have a very supportive husband and kids... They are all cheering me on.... Can't wait for the 12th... Again, appreciate your warm wishes. Joan

Joan~ WELCOME to the CT Board. As you already have seen, we are a bunch of people who passionately care about each other. Being scared and excited is so normal and to be expected. This is a major change... yet a good one. You are on the brink of a new you. I am a mother of 2 and a grandmother of 2 with one more on the way! While you are a bit older than I (not by much!)... we are all on the same journey here... one to fine our real selves again... You are coming home to your true self. WELCOME HOME. Towanda

Hi Joan Welcome to our Ct message board. It is NORMAL to feel all mixed feelings before your surgery . I will keep you in my prayer and let us know how you made it out after surgery. Take care, Kathy K

Hi Kathy, It's a pleasure to meet another caring person from this board... I feel like I will not be going through this venture alone. I am overjoyed with the responses from so many members..... Now I know if I have questions there will always be someone there with the right answer. Can't wait to get started... It's been way too long.. Will keep all informed as I progress. Thanks for caring and sharing. Joan

Hi Towanda, Thanks so much for your encouraging words. I am trying to keep very POSITIVE with this venture.... I have always been overweight - I am 5'1" (almost) and weighed in at 259. THat's the most I have ever weighed - I am really scared... scared of gaining even more weight that will keep me in a chair.... too many things to do.... too many grandchildren to enjoy! I will keep everyone informed of my steps through this journey..... Best Regards, I feel like family already..... Joan

Congratulations on your decision to better your health Joan and welcome to the CT board! I wish you a smooth journey! I was scared and excited too - you are not alone I think almost everyone who has WLS goes on an emotional roller coaster both before and after the surgery! Best Regards, Tammy