MsVeDub

I live outside of Frederick, MD - having surgery at Frederick Memorial Hospital w/ Dr. McKenna

JMO....but why are so many people afraid to tell the truth. This is our lives - not theirs. This is one of the biggest personal decisions you will make - and you should stand proud. Not telling people shows you are hiding. Be proud. Stand tall. If people aren't supportive, tell them that you respect their opinion, but this is your life. Period. I have been very open. Some people try to tell me that I should try this or that, and I have a strong reply to each of them. "I have dieted for 14 years. I will not waste another moment. This is my decision and my life. If you aren't going to be supportive, then don't talk to me about it. I need all the support I can get - keep the negativity away." Many blessings to all of you!!

I would ask your surgeon about that. I am thinking it through, and I don't see how you would have *much* of an issue. I would definatly wear a bra always to help keep them in place (like you did when you first had surgery - assuming you did) - for awhile until you can start working out. I would also suggest working out your chest now more pre-surgery to help build new muscle, so you won't go too far backwards. Does that make sense??

congrats!

Hello all. I’m new to the forum. I am half way thru my 6-month weigh in’s and hoping to have surgery in Jan 2013. Does anyone here have United Health Care? I am trying to figure out how long it takes to get approval. I am hearing so many stories and most of them are scary. Also – I understand that I need to write a letter. Does anyone have advice on what to write? Should I pull on heart strings or just state facts of my diet history? TIA~

My insurance does cover and I do meet all of the criteria. I also have to go through the 6 month weigh ins and have a few tests done. I was just wondering how long it takes to get through the process. I'm worried about that part - also worried about for some reason getting the run around.