Voices from the Lap-Band® community
The Lap-Band community is full of unique experiences and perspectives. Hear how our program helped these Lap-Band patients find more joy.
Featured stories
Zoey’s Story
Zoey lost 120 lbs with Lap-Band®
“This Lap-Band did something to me that I can’t describe. It just brought out the best person I could be, the best human I can be.”
— Zoey
Debra’s Story
Debra Lost 90 lbs.
“Even after the Lap-Band, you can still be a foodie.”
-Debra
Fiona’s Story
Fiona Lost 103 lbs.
“I knew people who had the Lap-Band and was liking their results!”
Nina’s Story
Nina Lost 220 lbs.
“Since the Lap-Band Surgery, I can run, I can swim, I can play at the park with my son. I can live LIFE.”
Jonathon’s Story
Jonathon Lost 90 lbs.
“If my parents were here today, they would be in tears. They would be happy their son has finally made the choice to get healthy and be around.”
Sandi’s Story
Sandi Lost 250 lbs.
“Best part, my tool is still there helping me. I LOVE MY LIFE.”
Drew’s Story
Drew Lost 145.5 lbs.
“It changed my life for the better. I am having so much more fun in my life these days.”
Ronalis’s Story
Ronalis lost 137 lbs.
“I can finally be myself!
-Ronalis
Tammy’s Story
Tammy Lost 110 lbs.
“Be ready for change, and be willing to change.”
Brighton’s Story
Brighton Lost 100 lbs.
“Before surgery, I was wearing a size 3XL-4XL.
But just this last week I went shopping and bought only a size Medium!”
Debbie’s Story
Debbie Lost 84 lbs.
“Each week that I got on the scale and lost weight…you just can’t describe the joy that you have.”
Jeff’s Story
Jeff lost 85 lbs.
“Before the Lap-Band, I just felt like the big guy in the room, and now I feel attractive!”
Karen’s Story
Karen Lost 145 lbs.
“Was everyday worth it? You bet!
Do I regret my decision to have Lap-Band Surgery?
Not for a single second.”
Mary’s Story
Mary Lost 155 lbs.
“Every week it would be five pounds, six pounds! I still can’t believe this has happened to me.”
Renata’s Story
Renata Lost 66 lbs.
“I look at myself in the mirror and I’m proud.”
Michelle’s Story
Michelle lost 162 lbs.
“Other things I don’t have to worry about since the Lap-Band: ‘Am I going to fit in this booth.’ ‘Is this chair going to break.’ It’s a big deal.”
Onnig’s Story
Onnig Lost 121 lbs.
“I can still eat whatever I want, but now I’m in control.”
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Important Lap-Band® System Safety Information
The Lap-Band Systems are approved for adults with a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 40 or higher, or a BMI of at least 30 with health conditions related to obesity, who have not seen success with other weight loss methods, like supervised diet, exercise, and behavior modification programs. Choosing this surgery means committing to changes in eating habits for the long term.
The Lap-Band procedure is not approved for individuals under 18 yo, those with conditions that may make them poor surgical candidates or lead to poor results, such as inflammatory or cardiopulmonary diseases, problems with the stomach and digestion, symptoms or family history of autoimmune disease, scarring of the liver, individuals unable or unwilling to follow the necessary dietary restrictions, individuals with alcohol or drug addictions, or those currently pregnant. Individuals who become pregnant after band placement may require deflation of their bands.
The Lap-Band Systems, a long-term tool, may need to be adjusted if you get pregnant, sick, or malnourished. Be careful with anti-inflammatory drugs as they could make the band wear away. Like any surgery, placement of the Lap-Band may have complications such as risks from drugs and methods used, general surgery risks, how well your body handles a foreign object, or in rare cases, risk of death.
As with any surgical procedure, there are risks associated with metabolic and bariatric surgery that you and your doctor should discuss. Potential risks associated with the Lap-Band include nausea, vomiting, heartburn, stomach blockage, constipation, swallowing difficulty, diarrhea, abnormal stools, abdominal pain, weakness, incision pain, infection, fever, hernia, chest pain, band movement, stomach pouch expansion, unusual healing, pain at the port site, port movement, and/or hair loss. Additional surgery might be needed. Losing weight quickly could lead to complications requiring more surgery.
Talk to your doctor, and/or visit our website at www.lapband.com/safety/ for more information on its benefits and risks.
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