I'm not sure what to make of your reply but I'm leaning towards condescending. I am aware of what type of surgery I had and the alternative. Laparoscopic surgery is a great thing reducing ones recovery time to a mere fraction of what it other wise would've been. The point was the quick discharge time. Sending someone home less than 6 hours after a major surgery defies common sense no matter how well the patient might seem to be doing. When something doesn't make sense then there is only one thing to do to figure it out. Follow the money. I'm certain by your statement that you're not aware of who "they" are. "They" are the insurance company. "they" decided that staying over night in a hospital is expensive so "they" will not pay for it. It's not what's best for you, it's what's best for "they" I don't like being in the hospital any more than they like paying for it. I'd much rather be laying in my own bed with my wife. But I have me in mind.

Welcome to the Kansas board and congratulations on your Lapband. I just had RNY the day after you. Please continue to post and update us on your progress. Steph

Since you were home the same day, you had the laproscopic surgery for your gallbladder. That is a wonderful way to have it done. They use to have to cut you open and a nasty scar was all that was left. Don't sweat the time thing. If they did not think you were ready to go home, they would not have sent you. You will feel better in a few days. Just don't over do it for the next week or two and things will be great! Good Luck, KD

I was in to see Dr. Bersten at Tallgrass last week. She removed my gallbladder on Thursday. No surprise there. Anyway St. Francis has had their on site inspection and is expecting to have their Center of Excellence rating any day now. They're just waiting for the official word. As for gallbladder surgery I'm a bit sore but otherwise fine. Had the surgery at 9am and was home by 3pm. These quick turnaround times still concern me.

Good Luck, Sarah! I was banded 3/16 by Dr. Hoehn at Spine & Specialty Hospital in Overland Park. Things are also going well.......in fact, today I feel great, though I'm starting to slow down a little (but it has been a pretty busy day). Take care! Kelly