Bariatric LapBand Surgery & Your Support

StillHere

OK I've done a complete 180 on the lapband vs. RNY surgery.
After attending some group sessions, meeting with surgeon, surgical team, support team, etc., I've come to the awareness that LapBand is NOT for me. It's not for cheaters. And I am a cheater...when it comes to food.

I was seriously misinformed. I thought that RNY (gastric bypass) was the same as stomach stapling. It is Not. That's an entirely different procedure called the sleeve. I am spending a lot of time talking to those who have had various types of bariatric surgery, and I've researched, researched, researched. In the end, I feel that the RNY Gastric Bypass is the right solution for me.

I hope you can stick with me. I am afraid of chickening out at the last minute. Surgery scares me. Anesthesia scares me more. No need to tell me, I spent a career as a nurse, and I know its safe. I also concentrate on the bad outcomes I've seen, as few and far between as they are, since, well, its ME. And when it comes to ME I'm nervous. So if you hold my hand, I'd be grateful.

I have chosen some of the best surgeons on the East Coast. Here is a link to learn more: http://www.slhn.org/Conditions-Services/Weight-Loss.aspx I'm happy to say that my surgeon is Dr. Leonardo Claros.

Thanks for standing with me.

If you are interested, Here's a link to the new post. I thought since I've changed directions, I should probably change the whole thing up. http://community.pearljam.com/viewtopic.php?f=14&t=219115