Looking for BOBs - Band over Bypass

Hi.  I'll be 9 yrs post-op from Open RNY in August, I'm getting banded on June 23rd.  I was 305 pre-RNY, got down to 173 and am now at 246.  I considered a full revision but decided against it as it is MAJOR surgery and I am not willing to take those risks. 

My ct scan and endoscopy show a HUGE pouch and a fully intact stoma. I am using Dr. Marina Kurian in NYC for the Band.  I'd love to hear from anyone who has been banded after bypass.


NOTE:  First let me start by saying that if you have not had a BOB, I'm not really interested in hearing why I should not have a band.  You are not in my shoes, don't know my condition and don't know me.

Just yesterday when I was cruising the Revision or maybe it was the Failed WLS board. I saw someone talking about BOB. You may want to look over there for some information..


This is me not saying a word about how I feel about the band.

I've posted on all boards b****ep chatting with people who tell me to go on all boards.  Thanks for the suggestion 

I know someone who has been VERY successful with her BOB and is always happy to talk about it here. Her user name is LisaBeezee, here is a link to her profile and blog:

http://www.obesityhelp.com/member/lisabeezee/


She is very helpful and has had great success. I'm sorry, but I can't offer you any advice myself since I haven't had the procedure. Just wanted to point you in her direction so you can get some feedback.

Best of luck to you on your journey!


edited to add correct link

Amy, she emailed me already :-)

I thought there was a woman from the IL board who did RNY, then band over bypass, then DS

good luck to you

I don't know anyone here but I know someone in real life and she's been very successful. She got down to her ideal weight and has stayed there. Hope that helps.

No experience here, but the best of luck to you!