why don't you e-mail at [email protected] first. I work in Sandy Hook acutually! yes, maybe we can meet and talk also. looking forward to hearing from you! Allison

We decided on the Lap band because we  thought that was the best for us. It is not as evasive as RNY and thought that would be for us. It has worked out very well so far for all of us. We are all extremely excited about our decision and have not regretted it! However, it is a slower rate of weight loss and you need to be very conscious of your food intake so you don't get things stuck. It's a daily struggle but will be well worth it at the end.

Is it possible to get together for tea or coffee and meet in person?  I really need to talk to someone about their experience and get more information.  I am on the fence about the band or the RNY but I am leaning toward the RNY.  Please let me know.  Thanks. 

Thanks, again, for all the great advice here. I had my psych consult today and it went really well. No problems there, so she'll be sending a clearance letter to Dr Aranow and I asked her to send me a copy as well. My endoscopy is Friday (trying not to be too nervous) and I have my follow-up nutritionist meeting in 2 weeks. 

Once I have both my clearances and I know for sure what the results/recommendations from the endoscopy are, I'll see what my next steps are. 

Hope everyone is doing great!

absolutley wonderful doc and office staff too! I had RNY on March 30th of this year and i am very, very pleased! He made me a great little pouch with no complications so far!! Hope this helps you..
Allison