Hi! New to Forum. Considering lap band in Houston

[jen0517]

Hi,

I'm Jen. The Lap Band procedure was recommended to me by my endocrinologist. I'm 42 yrs old and I've had myasthenia gravis since I was 19. I've been on prednisone none stop for the last 15 or so years and it has wrecked havoc on my system. I'm overweight (ok, I'm obese), have high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, sleep apnea, and other problems that are probably related to obesity.

I attended a seminar for the Lap Band procedure last night. The surgeon was Dr. Richard Collier in Conroe. He seemed knowlegdable and nice enough. I probably will want to see some other seminars just to know what my options are.

I found this forum on the internet and I'm hoping it can answer some of my questions and provide with me with more information.

[TexGal]

Hi Jen
I too am having my surgery in Houston (Friday) with Dr. Garth Davis. He is the Dr. who does the TLC show Big Medicine. I would really recommend him and his team. If you need anymore info just pm me, and I would be happy to help. Good luck to you with whatever you do.

[jen0517]

Thanks TXGal - good luck on Friday!:biggrin2: