Wow Cassie I am so proud for you. That is great. I have not been banded yet, but I have been saving my money and it won't be long until I get to meet Dr. Ortiz and the crew! I have been wanting it for the past couple of years. I am now 17, 6 ft 1 in, and 300 lbs. I have actually wrote in to Oprah and Ellen before trying to help me get the funds to get the surgery. I will definetly be watching Oprah on Monday. It would be great if you could tell me about some of your experiences. I hope you are blessed and have a great remainder of the week!!! -LEAH