typin56mom

If it is something you REALLY want and want to commit to lifelong changes, then go for it!! I am 14 months post op and will be 62 next week. My only regret is that I didn't do this when I was younger. I had the bypass (which is a totally different story) but have NEVER regretted it. Good luck!

My surgery is in the morning. I just read this and it helped a lot!! Thank you.

I am in Plano and having bypass 7/16. Where are some good support groups?

I am so glad I found this thread. I too am 60 with 85 lbs to lose. I have been jumping thru insurance hoops since December but finally have a date of May 7. I am looking forward to this life changing event!

Does anyone have any experience with Dr Hodges ar Barker Bariatrics?

I posted here previously singing Dr. Nick's praises. Those of you who are happy with the staff are you self pay?? I have insurance and it takes days (literally) to get a return phone call. Does cash talk faster ??? I am thinking of finding someone else because of this. All input is welcome!!

I have used CPAP since 2006. I have severe claustrophobia so I have a piece that just covers my nose. No mask for me! If you have never used one just give yourself time to get used to it. You will be glad you did. I wake up knowing I had a good night's sleep. I don't worry about the sexy part as my hubby is on CPAP too. It is quite a sight in our room at night. I am still jumping thru insurance hoops so surgery won't happen until late March or April, but I am looking forward to no more CPAP. Hang in there!!

Thanks for all the info.

Thanks for the feedback.. I'm curious why you went there instead of the other places Dr. Nick goes to--was it financial.? Someone in hid office told me they charge a fraction of what insurance would pay for if you paid up front. Your thoughts????

Thanks. Dr. Nicholson is my surgeon but not yet scheduled due to insurance hoops. Is your surgery going to be there? If so, I will be interested to hear about your experiences there.

Does anyone have any information on this place?? Their website looks great, but I am interested in personal experiences! Thanks.

I will be having surgery by Dr. Nick in April. Does anyone know anything about the Microsurgery Institute? He is now doing procedures there. It is down by UTSW but I haven't heard anything about it. Any comments?

I have also given this much thought. I am still in the process of jumping through insurance hoops, but will have the surgery in April. Other than my hubby who is supportive, I will tell my adult children when I get the date. I have decided to tell only my sister who is a nurse and my supervisor to explain time off. Otherwise, my story is the one doctors recommend for weight loss...... Diet and exercise. It is nobody's business how or what I do. Let them surmise, I really don't care.

I too will be having my surgery by Dr. Nick at the microsurgery institute. I have been looking for info also. I will be interested in what we can find out from others here. Good luck with your surgery. I will be scheduled in April.