Question:
Has anyone had lap-band?

I'd like to know your results and if your insurance covered it. I am also searching for Dr in Md, D.C N.Va. who does it. Thanks    — lisa G. (posted on July 11, 2002)

July 11, 2002
I had the DS, but I do know that Dr. Elariny in Alexandria, VA is doing the lap-band now. He has a great track record with other bariatric procedures, but he's just started doing the lap-band very recently. I did hear him mention that it's the easiest of all of the surgeries he does. I had a wonderful experience with him as my surgeon for the DS. I would recommend him highly to anyone.
   — Tally

July 14, 2002
You can find a lot of bandsters at www.spotlighthealth.com There are also some good Yahoo! groups of people who had ABG.
   — Danna B.