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I have my consultation with him on 1/18. Any opinions from anyone who has dealt with him recently??

Thanks girls! What a relief! And one more answer to the 8 billion questions I have!

As anyone seen any surgeons in the south jersey area?? I am going to a seminar tomorrow and I have a meeting with a different center Friday. Just wondering if anyone has any experience with any local docs. Thanks!

Hello! My name is Melissa and I'm from New Jersey. I've been struggling with my weight since college and finally decided to do something about it. I'm 32 and I have two small children who I would like to keep up with! My BMI is about a 35, and I have sleep apnea and depression. Ive tried diet and exercise but nothing seems to work for me. I'm going to a seminar on Tuesday and I am so scared. I'm scared about the pre-op diet, the surgery itself, post-op, EVERYTHING! I'm wondering what holidays will look like after I've had the surgery.... Will I be sitting in the corner with some applesauce while everyone is enjoying the turkey and stuffing?? I love food!!! I guess I could just use some words of encouragement. I'm so glad I stumbled on this website!

I just found out that it doesn't look like Aetna is going to approve my surgery. My BMI is 35, but I don't meet the comorbidities. Apparently, my sleep apnea is not severe enough, it's considered mild. I don't have high blood pressure or diabetes....yet. I am beyond disappointed. My three year old is asking why I am crying. I hate insurance!

Thanks luci! I've been doing a ton of praying! My husband said before the bad news that God would work it out, and I do believe that. Even if we do have to go out of pocket, I believe there is a reason. Like you said, I am fighting for my life, and I am not going to give up!

Thank you so much guys!! My husband told me today that if we have to self pay, that's what we will do. I am EXTREMELY blessed to have such a supportive and understanding spouse. Now I am going to look into self pay options with my surgeon. Hopefully they offer some sort of interest free payment plan for at least a year or so!

Yay!!!!!!

Congratulations!! I am going to my first seminar tonight, and reading your post got me even more excited! Good luck on your journey and please keep posting! I can't wait to hear about your progress!

I have my seminar scheduled for tomorrow night and I can't wait!! Is there anything I should know before I go? Anything you wished you brought/asked/did before your seminar?? Any tips are appreciated. I feel like I am going to be overwhelmed with information, so I want to be as organized as I can be!

Thank you so much for your kind words everyone! While my husband is supportive, he doesn't really understand what I am going through. It's nice to have a place full of people who really get it!