I am also 6' 1" and my weight before surgery on Feb 13, 2008 was 219. I decided on the gastric bypass. I am glad I did. I have been told that after about 5 years both seem to be at the same place in weight loss effect. However, the down sides I see are that you loose it much slower with the lap band. Also you need to go to the Dr. every month or so to fill your band. Which is more than I wanted to deal with. It is also expensive. Up to 300 or so for each fill. Not covered by Ins. I don't think. Anyway Both seem to do the job. I am happy with my results. It has been very easy for me so far. No complications, very little pain after surgery. Start weight 319lb-current 261-goal 205. 58 pounds in 77 days...gone , gone , gone...
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