LandieApplebottom
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Anyone else on youtube?
LandieApplebottom replied to bandedjen's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
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Anyone else on youtube?
LandieApplebottom replied to bandedjen's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm on YouTube as well. I too find it therapeutic to talk about what I'm going through. I'm dadutchessofdork on YouTube -
Waiting on approval
LandieApplebottom replied to kmt1973's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
My papers have only been sent 1 day and I am so anxious! I dont know how I am gonna wait! *eek! Meanwhile, August 30, I will have my Tonsils and Adenoids removed and a Deviated septum fixed. Ugh! Lots going on for me.... How will i stand the wait? Starting Out: 211 lbs 5'5 BMI 35 Initial Consult: February 25, 2011 Nutritional Consult: February 25, 2011 1st sleep Study: April 23, 2011 2nd Sleep Study: May 29, 2011 End of 6 Mth Diet: July 15 2011 Psych Eval: July 15 2011 Paperwork Submitted August 15, 2011 Date of Sx: TBA Day of Sx Weight TBA Goal: 140 lbs - 71 lbs to lose -
SO excited and scared. did my Psych eval, passed and papers submitted to insurance!!!! YAY!!!
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I realized today that i hardly ever take full body pics. So i post the few I found. Ill need them when im Post-op! *fingers crossed!!!
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Whats on YOUR skinny list?!!?
LandieApplebottom replied to Farmers Gal's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
(*in my Rob Schneider voice) You can do it! [obscure Waterboy reference, LMAO!!!] But I mean it! you really can. start out slow, learning the game as a non-skating official and then tryout when you feel comfortable. The best part is, there's a Team in almost every city! Even in Australia!!! -
Whats on YOUR skinny list?!!?
LandieApplebottom replied to Farmers Gal's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
OMG I just marched with my Roller Derby team in the Pride Parade, here in Chicago on Sunday. I walked about 4.5 miles!!! I didn't get too winded cause we stopped a lot. But MAN my thighs were swollen and bruised when I got home!!! I had to use cortisone and and ice pack. So I wanna add the thighs to my list. -
has anyone gotten the lapband to loose 50 pounds
LandieApplebottom replied to juicylicious's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Im only about 6 - 10 lbs heavier than you, same height, BMI barely 35. Im getting the band. My goal is about 140-150. I get the same reaction from people who say "your not even that heavy" but im at the same time, people refer to me as "that heavy girl". I love steak, am I am willing to accept the change in what I eat because it is these foods and lack of adequate exercise that keeps me at this weight. So keep that in mind. Ive also been on a diet for the last 5 months and havent really lost any weight. Ive been up and down. Hopefully the pre-diet will help you gradually adjust to the new eating lifestyle. -
Whats on YOUR skinny list?!!?
LandieApplebottom replied to Farmers Gal's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Awesome! You can do it! And you'll have so much fun too! BTW here's my list: 1. Do the Susan G Komen breast Cancer walk 2. Go swimming at least once a month in the summer 3. Ride in the World Naked Bike Ride in protest of oil dependency 4. Become a skating referee for my Roller Derby team -
Whats on YOUR skinny list?!!?
LandieApplebottom replied to Farmers Gal's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I love that you have a weekly sport on your list. For the same Reason, I joined My local Roller Derby team, as an official. I thought is was a good way to be social (Im a bit introvert) and its a good opportunity to do something that is both fun and NOT SEDENTARY. I get a lot of exercise in Derby because it requires you move around. Girls of all shapes and sizes participate as skaters or officials. You should consider the Awesomeness of Roller Derby. -
Had my 5th month appt today. Just have to do my psych eval before July 15th because that is the day paperwork will be submitted to Insurance. Im so nervous...
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Any Chicago Bandsters?
LandieApplebottom replied to jennifer1's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
The only problem I am having is with my psych. Supposedly they are experts at dealing with United healthcare. The website says my eval will be at their office. But I was given a referral to 2 doctors, who didn't take my insurance and costs $300. So I tell them and im referred to two more with the same issue. So I called my insurance for a referral, a giant hassle. I am still trying to get it scheduled. -
Any Chicago Bandsters?
LandieApplebottom replied to jennifer1's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
PS I set email notification ti email me when people respond to things. It's in the settings -
Any Chicago Bandsters?
LandieApplebottom replied to jennifer1's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Wow! How'd it go with Dr Elli? -
Any Chicago Bandsters?
LandieApplebottom replied to jennifer1's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Good luck!!! Let us know how it went -
Any Chicago Bandsters?
LandieApplebottom replied to jennifer1's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi! Im also going to Day One Health, but my insurance required a 6 month diet. Im on month 4 and Dr Elli was really great when I met him. I have heard/read good things about him. Starting Out: 211 lbs 5'5 BMI 35 Initial Consult: February 25, 2011 Nutritional Consult: February 25, 2011 1st sleep Study: April 23, 2011 2nd Sleep Study: May 29, 2011 End of 6 Mth Diet: July, 2011 Paperwork Submitted TBA Date of Surgery: TBA Goal: 140 lbs - 71 lbs to lose -
Bummed out :(
LandieApplebottom replied to natashad's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
OMG i Know how u feel! 3 people at my job with the same insurance plan did not have to do a 6 month. Of course I did. =( i was so sad for abt 3 weeks. Im on my 4th month and i have been researching and getting other stuff done (like sleep studies, pych eval, etc.) you will appreciate this time. I should have all these things in time for my 6 month dietician appt. Dont worry, it will be worth it in the end! =) Starting Out: 211 lbs 5'5 BMI 35 Initial Consult: February 25, 2011 Nutritional Consult: February 25, 2011 1st Sleep Study: April 23, 2011 2nd Sleep Study: May 29, 2011 End of 6 Mth Diet: July, 2011 Paperwork Submitted TBA Date of Surgery: TBA Goal: 140 lbs - 71 lbs to lose -
Dr. Enrique Fernando Elli - Starting out in Chicago
LandieApplebottom posted a topic in Weight Loss Surgeons & Hospitals
I have a consultation on 2/25/11 (the only day i could get off work) through Day One Health, here in Chicago with Dr Enrique Elli but i cant seem to find any reviews on this doctor. Has anyone ever used this doctor? I havent had a physical in a while, should I have a physical, pap, etc now, while waiting for my consult appointment? -
I was diagnosed today. Its bitter sweet because it makes me realize that I am even less healthy than I thought I was. At first i was thinking this makes me definitely eligible for my surgery thru insurance but I may have to have my tonsils/adenoids out as well. We'll see...
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finished 3 months of my six month diet adn waiting for the reslts of my sleep study, fingers crossed.
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Went to my initial consult 3 months ago, and I was so upset that my Insurance (UHC) required that I have 1 major co-morbidity and do a 6 month diet. I was so upset. But I am working through it....
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AHHH! My Consult is tomorrow and I am so anxious and excited. Dont know what to expect.
