I recently went to a new doctor and noticed he was located in something called the Professional Building. I felt better right away.
Here are 2 web sites that have to do with gastric banding and Type 2 diabetes. If you do decide to go ahead with this procedure, I would be interested to hear from you, since I know several people that are thinking of having this done as well.
http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2008/01/080122165647.htm
http://www.healthcentral.com/diabetes/c/110/19576/gastric-banding/