Question:
I know I want RNY I'd like it LAP but will take it open. At my BMI (62) having

hard time getting doctor to do it LAP. In the long run I just want it done soon and can't bear the thought of trying to lose enough weight to have it LAP. And believe me I know the surgery is just a tool but but I've used everyother tool in my tool box and nothing works. I want to get started on my new life soon. The waiting is driving me nuts.    — Jill E. (posted on August 26, 2000)

August 26, 2000
I don't regret having an open RNY BMI 45. I just wanted a very good surgeon and I wanted it now. Yes I have the scare but I have lost the weight and inches and that's more important for my new self image. I have a vertical scar from 4 c-sections and an abdominal hysterectomy so I figured one more isn't going to hurt. I'm 10 weeks post-op and already the scar is fading. It' all worth it went to go shopping and are able to put on a size 18 witch you haven't seen in 23 years!
   — Sandy W.

August 26, 2000
I was Open it was MY decision , I don't regret it. I was able to take a few months off work (I do a lot of heavy lifting and pulling) I knew what to expect I had a good surgeon , and a good hospital (I also didn't take my face out of the Bible for 2 weeks!) so I had little fear. Good luck , what ever you have you won't regret it.
   — Rose A.