notsochubbybritneyspears

Thanks Beading Nurse.

I already had a shrink so for this it was 20 minutes. No test. That MMPI test is not accurate -- its used for a lot of other things as well. Usually your bariatric doctor will have a list of doctors for the pysch eval.

http://www.borderlandbeat.com/2011/01/wounded-man-slain-at-clinic-in-juarez.html Just do some research............... I asked someone today and he wouldn't go anywhere near Mexico, but he said Tijuana is "safer" then any of the other options.

I am about to go through this now. I have my letter from pysch and intermal med doctor. I am almost done with the 3 months of class requirement. I also don't smoke or had any substance abuse. My paperwork should be going forth second week of May. What surgeon are you using?

do a little googling, you will see it is one of the most dangerous cities in the world and it is. Also go to www.ice.gov - and put in Ciudad Juarez in the search results. Although I am no advocate for Mexico - the girls and guys here have had a lot of success with Tijuana and Mexicali. Tijuana is more touristy then any of them. Good Luck and Be Safe.

I have been tracking Ruby for awhile on her show and while I admire her working out and eating right. I wonder to myself why she doesn't have the Sleeve Surgery? Thought?

Google Ruby and style channel. She was once over 700 pounds. She is down to 350. Its a reality show about her struggle with weight.

Google Ruby and style channel. She was once over 700 pounds. She is down to 350. Its a reality show about her struggle with weight.

Yeah that trainer situation was bad. I think she needs a lot of psych help -- she seems to get it, but I am thinking not for her. She is a lovely person and I would love to see her happy. She just seems like someone everyone should be friends with. The response about the money -- sooooo true. She has a house in Savannah and Los Angeles -- interesting.

Which Blue Cross do you have? I have the federal and I only have 3 months. Maybe your doctors office can help you? I would defintely fight it.

Maybe try some Alli -- its the pill that basically makes you go number 2 liquid style. Its a temporary solution that might help you get there.

Good info Tiffy - as always you provide really helpful info - thanks

I had emergency surgery for my kidney and my nails were on..................... My thoughts are first ask your hospital, second if they can control it with the polish/acrylic/gel on in an emergency I don't think its an issue I could be wrong. :devil_smile: :devil_smile:

I started my 3 month nutrition thing last week and insurance doesn't cover it, but requires - WTF anyway, I submitted the receipt for the first 50 dollars and they denied it needing further documentation. Anyone else experiance this?

This is not showing up on their research site anymore, however I am going to call them tomorrow.

My doc said one year for alcohol.

I have depression and anxiety issues and was cleared. They want to make sure you understand what you are doing and to make sure you are not suicidal.

Had my consult and I love my surgeon - he is fantastic! I love all the office staff as well. So, BCBS Federal tagged on a new requirement that StacyS had mentioned but I wasn't told when I called. 3 month medically supervised diet crap. Which delays me to June to get surgery. My advice when you call your insurance companies, talk to at least 3 different people to see what they are telling you. I was told old requirements. Sigh.......oh well I am just happy to be on my way to better and healthier me.

I never had the tube with gallbladder

Interesting you posted this, because I had my consult today and my surgeon said the sleeve will be similar to the gallbladder just an extra day. He said the major complaint he gets is nausea. Which they will treat. So, I was happy to hear it was like the gallbladder. I had mine out in 2000 and don't miss it.

My weight has been up and down since I was 18 - and I really for some reason never had a problem getting a boyfriend, I lowered my standards a bit. I was told basically I am a chubby version of Britney Spears - nice right? lol However, after this surgery, my concern like in the environment I work in now is 85 percent men - what if the hot one I always secretly liked now all of the sudden wants to talk to me because I am now "acceptable" by stupid man standards. I don't think I could go out with someone who knew me before and now that I would be thin they want to date me. A few of my friends have asked me about that. While I think my self esteem will improve - I think I am going to wonder is it my body or my personality.

Adding a little Humor - What you would you like to say goodbye to? Write an Eulogy to the Cadbury Egg - all in this thread. I said goodbye to Thin Mints Today.

I am literally addicted to Diet Dr. Pepper. Has anyone weaned themselves off, any sugestions? My doctor said no soda or alcohol for one year post sleeve.

yikes.....wonder why they make most go through all of that. We are all obviously there because diets didn't work. Sillyness, happy you have one left.

your weightloss in inspirational and I hope you are writing your story for a book. I love reading your posts!