Any banders in Fargo area who would like to meet??

Hi everyone, I just found out this week that I have been approved for Lap Band surgery!   WAHOO!!  I am scheduled for July 24th.  Would LOVE to meet others who have had this type of WLS for support and friendship.  I live in Fargo and am available between noon and 6:00 pm (I work evenings 6:30 to 11:30 p.m.)  Thanks, Dyanna

p.s. if you pm me I will send you my email address. 

Hey Dyanna!

I think I remember reading that you had been denied by BCBS ND, right? Did you get your appeal approved!?!?! If so, CONGRATS!! That's great news (and could you just give me an idea of what you included in your appeal?)

I haven't been banded, but congrats on your approval!

Amanda

Hi Amanda, I just pm'd you a copy of my appeal letter.  This has been a difficult decision for me in terms of having any kind of surgery at all.  But after extensive research, Lap Band is what I felt most comofrtable with.  I also had to really look deep inside to look at all sides of this for me.  I decided that if I was to have this surgery, God, Love and my angels were going to have to clearly show me that this was what I needed.  I thought about talking to my PCP again (but truth is I reallly do not have one that knows me well).  And I decided I would be my own best advocate.  Also writing the letter helped me see things VERY clearly!  So in the end, I am glad that it took as long as it did and glad I chose to write my own letter.  Good luck with yours my dear and do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions etc.  Dyanna

p.s. My BMI for the past 3 years has been between 35-39 and the only medication I take is an antidepressant.  I sent my letter on Monday and the decision was make by Wed!  and I feel SUCH peace about it.  It is right for me at this point in time. 

Hi Dyanna--

Thanks so much! That's helpful....I sent in my appeal letter in last week, but haven't heard back yet. I'm so hopeful, but am trying not to get excited. I included much of the same type of information as you did, so at least I feel like maybe I included the right things in my letter!

I'm so happy for you and am hopeful I will have the same luck!

Best wishes on your upcoming surgery!! And thanks again for the insight!

Amanda

Congrats!
I responded to your post on the other forum, didn't know you had cross posted until now LOL
Wishing you the very best and just think only............19 more days!
Wehooo for you
Kelly/tink

Dyanna, I had lap band by Dr. Smith on January 5, 2009. I live in West Fargo. I will pm you my email address. I normally work 3-11p. Feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns. You will do great!!!
Steph