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One Year Surgery Anny 9-4-13
Brighteyes replied to shuhnaynuh's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
Congrats! You look great! -
3 months post-op***down 80lbs***
Brighteyes replied to taraallenrn's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
Way to go! You look great! -
Down 119lbs and counting! 7 months post op
Brighteyes replied to Nicole Chavez's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
Great job! Such a difference! -
Way to go!
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Way to go!
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The few co-workers I have told have been surprisingly supportive as well. It's great when people surprise you!
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okay, now i'm just angry - psych eval failure1
Brighteyes replied to vanishingirl's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
If you think an appeal is worth doing then do it! Don't be afraid to advocate for yourself. I started to see a therapist before I even knew I wanted weight loss surgery. I haven't been on meds (personal choice). I have been treated for mood disorder (depression and anxiety) and PTSD. My therapist is also making me keep a mood journal because she believes I might be bi-polar II. She is using EMDR and talk therapy to help me out and it's made a significant difference. My 530 question test showed I had low level anxiety and depression (no surprise there). The psychologist was insistent that I should be medicated but I reminded him that he wasn't the best person to make that decision. He also had some other disorder diagnosis to which I replied 'I am sure if there is something I slightly struggle with then there is some disorder diagnosis to go with it.' I intentionally redirected our conversation multiple times to 'how this would effect my ability to be successful in surgery.' In the end he cleared me as long as I had a letter from my therapist supporting the fact that I could be successful for surgery. Don't be afraid to stand up for yourself. -
I am still pre-op but had some fitness goals I wanted reach prior to surgery. I found a personal trainer and work out with her at home. If I could have found someone to work out with then I would head to a gym. So until I do the personal trainer was the best thing for me.
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10 things that will happen to you when you start Cross Fit
Brighteyes replied to gamergirl's topic in Fitness & Exercise
I love crossfit! I started it two weeks ago (still pre op). But today I noticed I wasn't as winded walking around, I've had more energy than normal and my back hasn't been bothering me as much. My whole core feels stronger. Still a month out from surgery, but hoping this change will help me recover a little easier. -
Pre- pre-op diet
Brighteyes replied to readyforchange101013's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
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Did you ask surgeon about his technique?
Brighteyes replied to Mrs.FullerRN's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Ditto on asking. My surgeon explained each step of the procedure to me with a photo portfolio he kept. Nothing was left to the imagination and it made me feel well informed. -
New here! Never did i ever......
Brighteyes replied to longtimecoming7's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Sounds like you are on a roll! Way to go on quitting smoking too! It will only help the healing process and you'll feel a lot better once you have stopped for awhile. -
I have BCBS federal. It specifically says I have to do 3 months consecutive visits with my PCP for supervised weight loss. The PCP can't be associated with the surgical facility doing my surgery. It's a tough blow. I have had a few set backs myself because of a bad PCP so I understand how disheartening it can be. Talk to your insurance company, have them go over the requirements with you over the phone and send you a copy of your benefits package that explains your coverage. Good thing is you'll still get to have the surgery even if its not when you wanted.
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Worried about post op pain? Me too
Brighteyes replied to Belize's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Here is my philosophy of pain meds. Being in pain causes stress to the body and thus hindering the healing process. So take the pain meds the doctor prescribes to take the edge off. You'll be fine. You've survived so much already. -
I paid my $25 co-pay for my pre-surgical consult. I haven't had anymore fees and I am finished with all my pre-surgical requirements.
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Insurance Approval
Brighteyes replied to pjackson0523's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I have consistently heard from multiple people that it generally takes three days. My doc office tells me 7-10 days. Haven't submitted yet so I don't know for sure. -
So I have my final set of doctors appts today before all my paperwork gets submitted for insurance approval. An old habit of mine was to self-sabotage when loosing weight for purely psychological reasons. I have been in therapy for the last year to manage this. But here I am, procrastinating getting ready for these appointments, and finding reasons not to drive to Nashville.
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I am struggling a little bit today, so I wanted to take a minute to remind myself of what I have to look forward to. I promised myself that once I hit my weight goal I would take a trip back to Europe. I haven't been there in several years. I want to be able to get around and not be the token 'fat American.' What reward do you have planned once you hit your weight loss goal?
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Returning to old habits
Brighteyes replied to Brighteyes's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
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How Did You Find Out About BariatricPal.com?
Brighteyes replied to Alex Brecher's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
My surgeon, Dr Spaw at St Thomas at Midtown in Nashville, referred me. He told me about this site at my first surgical consult and highly recommended I get plugged in. -
18 months & 175# lost (photo)
Brighteyes replied to BenisaMartim4's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
Way to go! -
I love the idea of pumpkin spice....I am going to have to pick some up today....love most anything pumpkin. Thanks for sharing!
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I get plain non-fat Greek yogart. I put local honey, lemon juice or stevia in it.
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Putting my affairs in order......
Brighteyes replied to JudyMay14's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A