Anyone with the Lap-Band from New York?

lildarlin
on 11/30/05 3:05 am - Interlaken, NY
I've been browsing these boards trying to find some New Yorkers that have had the band. I'm wondering because I'm struggling with doctors. I have a doctor close to home who does the band, only about 30+ so far. I have heard great things, but I feel like I should opt for experience. In which case, I would have to travel hundreds of miles. I'm not sure I want to do that, it would be possible, I think my insurance would still cover as long as I stay in the state. I was just wondering what you banders think. If you traveled quite a distance, how as pre-op handled? I guess this question could be for RNY as well, finding a good doctor in that field is a must as well. Thanks for your thoughts.
thehittgirl
on 11/30/05 10:13 pm - Plattekill, NY
Hi Karen, Not yet! I am pre-op. I live in the Mid-Hudson Valley and I traveled to Danbury for each appointment, 1-2 times per week for the last month. I was only available Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays so I was limited.I saw the Gastroenterologist, the Cardiologist, and the Pulmonologist and had stemmed appointments from them. I have my last appointment on Dec 20th and hoping to be banded in February. Danbury is only an hour and 10 minutes away. There is a wonderful search engine on here that will tell you who does the lap banding. Good luck! Kristine 283/271/???
thehittgirl
on 12/1/05 3:01 pm - Plattekill, NY
In reading my post...I forgot...I left out the psych visit =) I had to use their psychiatrist! Kristine
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