regain

hello..first time on the boards,

i have regained after 11 yrs with RNY (about 75%)
i am 3 bmi points from qualifying for a lap and have no intention of gaining more to qualify

my question is...a california doctor will conduct the surgery without insurance coverage ( i pay)
however, I would prefer someone in Michigan or the midwest

the doctor out west is reputable (carnies doc)
i would prefer someone here who is not a hack

thank you to anyone who can help
Lu

Are you saying that you are working towards having a band over bypass procedure?

If so, you might get better feedback on the Michigan state board.

My best advice is to research, research, research and make sure that a BOB is your best option (as opposed to VSG or DS) and then to find someone local.

The band DOES NOT work without consistent follow up and a significant number of fills.

You need to be SURE that you have local follow up care and that it is affordable for you.

Some doctors will. It fill bands that they did.not place.... Especially if you have had multiple surgeries.

If you have already experienced regain, it is important to know that the band will not usually keep you from eating ... You might be only able to eat small amounts, but you can eat all day if you want to .....so, if you have not addressed those issues, you might consider a program or therapist to support your efforts.

Best of luck.

Just b/c he's Carnie's doc does not mean he is reputable. In fact, a lot of reputable Drs. have ceased doing the Lap-Band b/c it has such a high failure rate. But if you do want it done, you don't have to go all the way to CA to get a Dr. that will do self-pay.

Carnie Wilson?? 

Yes DM. It's Carnie Wilson.