Lap band surgery for me?

Yes, I have tried hard for years but unless I can find another way to "lose my appetite", I think Lap Band is the only option left for me. My self-esteem is at an all time low. Has anyone had this and if so, how much does it cost and do you know of any financing through a general Loan Company rather than the doctor?

Answers:

Many patients travel from United States of America and UK to get low cost Lap Band Surgery in India. One of the most frequently asked questions when considering the cost of Lap Band Surgery is “how much?” and “what is the cost of surgery in India?”
Oftentimes, patients choose their surgeons on the basis of cost.
The cost of Lap Band Surgery-is very affordable in India and costs are much lower when compared to the United States, UK and other countries. However, since the success of your surgery is largely dependent on your choice of surgeon, cost should not be your main consideration for your decision to undergo Lap Band Surgery in India. I checked out the website of Forerunners Healthcare –which is the premier most medical tourism company in India offering low cost surgery in India to International Patients. They have served more than 300 International patients from across the globe (especially US, Canada, Australia and UK) to get low cost affordable surgery in India at the best Hospitals and Medical Institutions. And the general price of the Lap Band Surgery is India is almost a quarter of the cost in USA.

Source- http://www.forerunnershealthcare.com/


In India, any licensed General Surgeon can perform Lap Band Surgery. To avoid unsatisfactory results, it is best to choose a surgeon who has completed an accredited residency-training program in Lap Band Surgery. He should have extensive experience in the procedure you will undergo. That’s when a company like Forerunners Healthcare comes into picture-helping you get the best surgeon for your surgery at the most affordable prices in the best Hospitals of India.

Your surgeon’s skill can make all the difference between a good and an average result. Thus, although it is understandable that cost is one of the considerations in your choice of surgeon, it is important to remember that the main consideration should be your surgeon’s professional qualifications and experience.

Besides that you should look into other issues related to traveling abroad, which is your visa, passport, climate, cultural issues and language barrier. Although language is not a problem in India –as most of the people are well verses in English. But you should make sure that you have a reliable hand holding person to guide you through the various steps of getting medical treatment and surgery in India.

http://www.forerunnershealthcare.com/

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I did it. It's definitely a big decision and has to personally work with you and your lifestyle. It's not as invasive as gastric bypass and it's day surgery. Some people get it confused with gastric bypass and I wonder if some of the answers you have gotten from people are confusing it with such an extreme surgery.The cost is around $15,000 unless you have medical insurance that will cover it 100%. I wasn't that lucky but you can get financing. Your doctor’s office should be able to give you a list of companies that offer financing. However, it has almost been a year and I have lost 5 sizes (from a 20-12) in clothing. I was not an extreme case. People who are bigger lose a lot more weight faster. I just saw myself heading down a road of no return. I kept dieting and gaining it back plus more. It was a horrible cycle for 20 years. I wasn't an overweight person when I was younger. After I had kids, it kicked it into high gear. I recommend you attend a seminar to get better informed about Lap Band surgery. They will be able to answer all your questions.

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Have you considered the option of going overseas for your treatment? In countries like India. You can get your treatment for much less than what you are quoted in the US.I got my lap band surgery in India some time back and saved almost 80% of what the doctors in the US quoted and that included my air tickets and all