New member awaiting banding - from Omaha, NE

Hi my name is Jen - I'm awaiting surgery at UNMC with Dr. McBride.  I'm so anxious I can't even tell  you....well yes, I can tell you because I'm sure you can relate to my feeling!  Well this is just me saying hi!  I hope to post more as I navigate myself though this website.  God bless, Jen

Welcome Jen. Do you have a date yet? And yes I can so remember the excitment . It will truely change your life. There is so much fantastic information in OH. I had RNY in July of 04 by the time I had the surgery I felt totally prepared and there were no surprises because of the time I put in to research and the fantastic people who are so willing to share and keep you  up lifted. Best to you, Blessings

No Jean - no date yet.  They first wanted me screened for any sleep disorders, which I did this past Monday night.  Now I wait for the results and hope the surgery date comes soon!  It's been great connecting with people who have had surgery before.  It's nice to have sisters in this journey.  Hope to talk to you more.  Jen

Hi Jen,    Do you have a surgery date? I can understand the being anxious.  When I finally decided to take the big step, it seemed like I wanted everything done yesterday. Good luck and keep us posted. Barb

Hi Barb - and fellow Grand Islander!  I grew up in GI and graduated class of 1990.    No date yet.   I had a sleep study monday night and now I'm waiting for the results.  I think this was my last step before surgery.  I've found that the small changes I've made so far (eating oatmeal instead of muffins for breakfast, no soda, smaller portions, etc) has made a big difference.  I'm excited for the changes to start coming.  It's been great to talk to everyone online and make some friends with folks who can relate to me.  I'll definitely keep  you posted.  Thanks, Jen

Yes, I can remember. I got my lap-band in June. I was awaiting approval by mail. The funny story is when my husband brought in the mail he handed me the letter & waited for my reaction. After I started to read ..I began to cry..he said.."I'm sorry. They turned you down ?" I said no..still balling my eyes out. He said," Then why are you crying?" Hey, I said you wouldn't understand unless you'd been there.

Hi Jill - The insurance company has approved me, I've had my psych eval, and my initial consultation with the surgeon.   I had to do a sleep study (as ordered by the insurance company), which really felt like a waste of time, but I guess it's better to be safe, rather than sorry.  Now I suppose I wait for the results of the sleep study, and wait to hear from the surgeon.  I'm not good at waiting - haha! Thanks for the support, Jen

That's wonderful. You probably won't do well at your sleep study..because you'll be too excited to sleep.(Ha.)

Hi Jen, welcome to the group. I am so excited for you. What procedure are you having done? I wish you the best of luck. Mona

Hi Mona - I'm having the lap band procedure with Dr. McBride at UNMC.  Thanks for the support - Merry Christmas! Jen