Whether you are exploring the possibility of getting a lap band or have decided to get a band and are preparing for surgery, this area of the Banded Living™ community is designed for you.

Follow the links below to find inspiration, information and support:

• Exploring
• Preparing
• Weight Loss Surgeries
• Surgical Practices

Here you will find links to the ten most recent articles about Exploring and Preparing published on the Banded Living™ website.

Exploring What Will Weight Loss Surgery Cost Me? By: Troy Hopper, Allergan Health Weight loss surgery? Really? For me? Why? What'll it cost me? Perhaps a better question is: What'll it cost you if you don't? . . . keep reading Lap Band Procedure Cost By: Gloria Samuels Is lap band surgery covered by my insurance? Where do I start to find out if my insurance will cover weight loss surgery? What are my out-of-pocket costs? I don't have insurance and want to know what it will cost if I "cash pay" to see if it's really an option. Is there financing available? What are after-care costs? These are a few of the frequently asked questions about the cost of lap band surgery. . . . keep reading How My Lap Band Works -- Hungry No More, Really! By: Gloria Samuels, From gloriasbandedliving.com I recently had the opportunity to talk with hundreds of doctors and nurses who care for weight loss surgery patients. They were interested in my experiences with how my lap band works to control my hunger. I am convinced, that controlling hunger is the difference for me between yoyo dieting and finally being able to maintain a normal weight, and feel like a normal person. . . . keep reading BLIS Surgeons are Uniquely Able to Provide Weight Loss Surgery Patients with Financial Protection and Peace of Mind By: Billie Shellist, BLIS Inc. As a patient, you do a lot of research when you are considering undergoing an adjustable gastric banding or other weight loss surgery procedure and have to ask yourself some tough questions. What procedure is right for me? How do I find a quality surgeon with a comprehensive support program? Will my insurance cover my procedure? How will I pay for my surgery if my insurance doesn't cover it? . . . keep reading How Is Lap Band Surgery Different Than All My Attempts At Weight Loss? By: Gloria Samuels As a long-term successful lap band patient, I am often aske . . . keep reading

Preparing Lap Band Surgery - 7 Things To Consider When Preparing For Surgery By Sandi Henderson Now that you have made a decision to have lap band surgery... . . . keep reading Lap Band Surgery - What to Stock Up on Before Surgery-Preparing for Surgery: What to Have on Hand By Sandi Henderson As you prepare for your lap band surgery you will find yourself getting so . . . keep reading Preparing for Lap Band Surgery - Practice by Eating Like a Banded Person By Gloria Samuels and Sandi Henderson As you are preparing for surgery, you may want to practice eating like a banded person for thirty to sixty days before surgery. This can be a great way to begin developing new habits, and begin preparing your home prior to surgery. . . . keep reading Lap Band Surgery - Who to Tell and Who Not to Tell By Gloria Samuels Deciding who to tell and who not to tell about your decision to have weight . . . keep reading Achieving Success With A Lap Band- Optimizing Results By Learning From Others By Sandi Henderson As you start your journey, whether you are exploring the idea of weight los . . . keep reading