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I got my date! July 13th!
Emmyandlisa replied to ohjul's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Congrats! My date is June 9. Good luck! -
I work a full time job during the week and I have a part time job on the weekends. I'm having surgery on a Tuesday, do you think I can make it to my weekend job on Saturday? It's a desk job and I have no leave. Thanks.
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How long were you out of work?
Emmyandlisa replied to Emmyandlisa's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
It's gastric bypass that I will be having. Thanks, it sounds promising that I might make it to my weekend job. I know I'll be tired though. -
Surgeon appointment !
Emmyandlisa replied to honeysmash's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
It depends on your coverage and dr. I just saw my surgeon and am scheduled for surgery June 9. Good luck! -
June 9th and now am freaking out even though I've waited so long to get a date.
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The scoop on poop
Emmyandlisa replied to gorilamom's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Are we allowed to drink tea that helps that problem? Like Smooth Move? -
Diet and exercise--that's what I'm going to say
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I have Kaiser in Oregon. It's taken me 4 months and I'm ready to meet the surgeon. Good luck!
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I have nice clothes for work for sale, size 18
Emmyandlisa posted a topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Hi, I have several jackets in size 18 for sale. I would like to use the money to buy smaller clothes. These are really nice, hardly used jackets, great for work. Email me if interested: emmyandlisa10@juno.com Thanks! -
How open are you with your employer re:surgery plans?
Emmyandlisa replied to MaureenVA's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
Kaiser puts out a magazine of classes they offer so when you go, ask for it. -
How open are you with your employer re:surgery plans?
Emmyandlisa replied to MaureenVA's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
It's free -
How open are you with your employer re:surgery plans?
Emmyandlisa replied to MaureenVA's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
If I were you if sign up to attend the bariatric support group that meets monthly. -
How open are you with your employer re:surgery plans?
Emmyandlisa replied to MaureenVA's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
Yeah but then I have to see the nurse and nutritionist a few times, then meet the surgeon, do blood work, then pick a date. -
How open are you with your employer re:surgery plans?
Emmyandlisa replied to MaureenVA's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
Lol it's the wait that is gonna kill me. -
How open are you with your employer re:surgery plans?
Emmyandlisa replied to MaureenVA's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
Yep though they give the disclaimer that they can unapproved you if they feel necessary but I'm not worried. Also with the Kaiser by me there is no set amount I have to lose and no psych eval. -
How open are you with your employer re:surgery plans?
Emmyandlisa replied to MaureenVA's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
PEBB changed the rules. I got denied last year but was approved this year so I bet u will be fine. I'm not diabetic or anything. -
How open are you with your employer re:surgery plans?
Emmyandlisa replied to MaureenVA's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
What do you mean by stats? Like height and stuff? I'm 5'7 and I weigh 269. -
How open are you with your employer re:surgery plans?
Emmyandlisa replied to MaureenVA's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
Me too, I was told by Kaiser that the average is 8 months but I think that I will be done in 4. -
How open are you with your employer re:surgery plans?
Emmyandlisa replied to MaureenVA's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
Oh my gosh, and I thought I had it bad lol. -
How open are you with your employer re:surgery plans?
Emmyandlisa replied to MaureenVA's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
Sure and let me know if you have any other questions. I'm almost done with the 8 week class, then I meet with the nutritionist. -
How open are you with your employer re:surgery plans?
Emmyandlisa replied to MaureenVA's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
Ok I'm in Salem OR. From what I've seen on here your area is good. People get their surgeries pretty quick. Good luck! -
How open are you with your employer re:surgery plans?
Emmyandlisa replied to MaureenVA's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
Where do you live? -
How open are you with your employer re:surgery plans?
Emmyandlisa replied to MaureenVA's topic in Gastric Bypass Surgery Forums
All I did was ask my doctor to refer me and she did and I was approved right away. What takes so long are the classes etc. good luck! Kaiser has some of the best surgeons! -
Qualify for surgery with prediabeties as comorb?
Emmyandlisa replied to MrsB2007's topic in Insurance & Financing
My BMI is barely at 40. No other conditions. -
Qualify for surgery with prediabeties as comorb?
Emmyandlisa replied to MrsB2007's topic in Insurance & Financing
I'm pre-diabetic and just got approved so don't give up!