Maria...congratulations on your surgery date! I'm scheduled with Dr. Lane September 5th, and I feel so good about him and BTC. I've have 2 friends who had surgery with him, one in February who's lost over 100 lbs, and one last week who is recovering well. The last few weeks are going to go by fast. Take time to be good to yourself and spend time with people you love. We're about to start an exciting new journey! Best wishes...