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New to this in Dallas with questions and fears...
twobluecats replied to twobluecats's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
THANKS SO MUCH! I feel like this is exactly the way I would feel after the successes (and yes challenges) of losing the weight and having control over my intake. Volume has always been my weakness. I don't drink soft drinks, I don't crave sweets, but whatever I sit down with, I will eat too much. Way too much. I know there is no miracle for this thing, but being able to control how much goes in with one more tool besides my (apparently weak) head and willpower will help. I'm still waiting to hear back from the surgeon's office on my insurance. It's killing me to wait, but I do think I'm going to try to find a therapist that specializes in weight issues in the mean time. -
New to this in Dallas with questions and fears...
twobluecats replied to twobluecats's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Perfect! I'll be home then too! But, I'm all depressed and frustrated right now after talking to my main doctor last night. He's suggested surgery in the past, even when I've lost quite a bit on my own. He's a great doctor (one of Dallas' best), but he told me last night that I've done so well on my own, and surgery isn't the answer. He said I would fail with surgery for the same reasons (behavioral) that I haven't acheived success alone. I was so surprised by his comments as I fully expected him to support the decision. Sure, I know that 90 percent of this battle will be me and my habits, but I just feel like status quo isn't working, and I can honestly say that I've given it my all on many occasions. I just can't get to the goal line!! Incredibly frustrated right now!! -
That's great news! I'm hoping to hear from them this week. I will probably call them on Tuesday if I haven't heard from them. I really liked Dr. Nick, and I'm ready to get this show on the road.
I've never really thought of surgery until very recently--always thinking I could do it on my own. But, I've finally reached a point where I can't face the hard fight and the backwards slide anymore without ever actually achieving a normal and healthy weight. I'm terrified of surgery, but I feel like my odds are against me if I continue at this weight.
Please keep me posted on your progress, and I'll let you know what they say when I call (or they call) this week.
Theresa
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Hello! Just checking in with you to see how you are progressing. I LOVED Dr. Nicholson, and my husband enjoyed the seminar too. I think he felt more comfort after hearing all the questions. I'm hoping to hear something next week regarding my insurance coverage. My family (parents and brother) are still very apprehensive and worried that we don't have enough information about this procedure, so hearing of other peoples journey makes it easier for me to know this is the right thing for me. If 10 years worth of medical notes from my doctors that cadidly document my weight ups and downs don't show the need, then I don't know what does. I think it's hard for folks who don't live in this skin and who have not fought the battle for years to completely understand.
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An Article I just read on OH re: VSG and Leaks
twobluecats replied to LAN2k's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm also hoping to have surgery in early 2010, and my radar is up on this article simply because it states that the leak rate is 9 percent; however, every other stat that I've read says .5 to 1 percent. What gives? -
New to this in Dallas with questions and fears...
twobluecats replied to twobluecats's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
It was indeed a pleasure. I really enjoyed the seminar and Dr. Nicholson. I, too, felt much more at peace with this journey. I believe my insurance will pay, thankfully, but even if they didn't I know that the sleeve is the option for me. I can't wait to hear back to find out what requirements the insurance company will impose. I turned in 9 years worth of physicians notes indicating my struggle with weight, and I also gave them a copy of my Weight Watchers card showing my attendance from January through July. Hopefully, this will be enough to get the ball rolling. In the meantime, I'll keep reading to lean more, work on wrapping my mind around the new way of eating, and I wish you all the very best. Keep in touch with your progress! Theresa -
New to this in Dallas with questions and fears...
twobluecats replied to twobluecats's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Yah! I'll be arriving around 5:45 with my husband (big bald guy with an arm sling from recent surgery). Hope to be inspired. I got all my records from my current doctor and my old ob/gyn all the way back to 2002. Sad that I was sorta excited to see language about my weight and the ups and downs. I told my father tonight about my possible plan. He was quiet. His first question was whether I've talked to anyone who "isn't glad that they did it." I didn't know how to respond, because there isn't much out there. But, on the other hand, there is a lot of data on folks unhappy with lap band and, while it's got a longer history here in US, I would think that with the internet, we'd be able to find more negatives for sleeve if they were out there. Any feedback? -
Great news Lu! I'm hoping to get more information on Wednesday. In the meantime, I've been getting my doctors (or attempting to) records together, and I confirmed with WW today that my time with them, including weigh ins were from January 13, 2009 through July 21, 2009--just over six months. Not sure if it will help, but with my BMI at 41-42, type II diabetes, high blood pressure, and plenty of years of high weight history, I'm hoping I get approved. Now if the butterflies would all fly in the same direction in my stomach, I'd feel better! It's a hard decision to make.
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New to this in Dallas with questions and fears...
twobluecats replied to twobluecats's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Why did I know someone else was going to be DVC Members? God is amazing!! We've been Members since 2002, and our home resort is Beach Club. We love it! While we don't have children, we will always cherish the memories we've shared with my parents and my grandmother. She passed away in August 2008 unexpectedly, and those Disney memories are in our hearts for sure! Animal Kingdom Lodge was our first stay, and it remains one of my very favorite resorts. Just the smell of the place is amazing! I would love to make my next visit to WDW one where I didn't focus so much on food! I think I found a special place here on this forum! -
New to this in Dallas with questions and fears...
twobluecats replied to twobluecats's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
We will be at Walt Disney Word (yes, we have no kids, but we are Disney Vacation Club owners and are big kids ourselves I suppose!) from December 18-27, but home the week between Christmas and New Years. I suspect I will be waiting until January to have surgery, that's if insurance is the way I go. My husband has two more shoulder surgeries scheduled this year, so I don't see me fitting another in. That said, if the ball rolls fast, it would be nice to start the new year knowing I was already on my way! -
New to this in Dallas with questions and fears...
twobluecats replied to twobluecats's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
That's a fabulous idea! It's so nice to know that you aren't in this all by yourself. Thank God for the avenues we have these days to connect to others in the same proverbial boat as we are in! -
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From the album: Me!
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Hello! You mentioned that you will be traveling up from Austin on Wednesday. Are you flying? Which airline? I work for Southwest Airlines, and I'm gonna be killing some time after work before the seminar. If you are interested we could meet for coffee or something before the meeting.
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Grr! I am attending a seminar this Wednesday, and I know that our United Healthcare Choice Plus will cover weight loss surgery, but I forgot to ask about the presurgery requirements. I attended Weight Watchers meetings from January through June this year, and I'm still involved with the online version. I wonder if WW records from that timeframe would be considered adequate? I'll report back what I find out from United Healthcare tomorrow.
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New to this in Dallas with questions and fears...
twobluecats replied to twobluecats's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Wow! Such speedy replies, ladies! Thanks so much for your offer of help, Linda. It's great to know that you used Dr. Nicholson too. From your ticker, it looks like you are doing great! Awesome!! I will definitely check back in with you after the seminar. Barbannn--look forward to meeting you on Wednesday! We should plan to "meet" there. I'm really getting excited/terrified/nervous about all of this. I'm calling the insurance company back tomorrow to find out more about the presurgery requirements. But, if they stall, I am prepared to pay out of pocket too. Lord knows I've spent that sort of money on far less important things over the years!