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Hi @@Newme4113 I too am a patient of Dr. Paragi !!! I'm so happy to finally find a local person on this app ????. I'm not sure what you mean about the emptying test ? Tell me more cuz my brain is foggy, and I can't recall going for something like that. I have done all the "required testing " and I was in the office Monday, and Dr Paragi scheduled my sleeve for May 10th. In excited and anxious. I just am praying the insurance company approves it. I just finished my nutritional visits and received my pre surgery liquid diet from Jen the Nutritionist yesterday. I wish you all the best and please keep me and all of us updated !!

@@Deb_o64 I wish !! I have to stay one night in the Hosp.. That's awesome news for you !!

Hey Everyone!! Congratulations to all May sleevers ! I'm on board. I will be Sleeved May 10th in NJ ????

You lost 18lbs in 1 week ? Can you please give me the details!!??!!! Thank you in advance

Thank you ! I have been thinking about starting to try to different Protein Shakes, Thank you again ! Sent from my SM-G920P using the BariatricPal App

Hi Everyone! First, I have to admit, I have for months stalked this sight religiously, and have literally devoured every ounce of information, advice and feedback that so many people have benefited from, it seems like a real community here ! So I finally worked up the nerve to ask a few questions. A little about me .. I'm turning 35 in June, I have two kids. As Cliche as it may sound , I have struggled w/ my weight for the last 15 years or so (after giving birth). My highest weight 274lbs almost 3 years ago, and today I'm 237. I used phentermine for 8 months and lost 75 lbs. However I have gained 37 lbs back since being off of Phen since August of 2014 , and I hate it. I started the process for weight loss surgery through my insurance ( NJ Horizon Health) in December with Dr Paragi in West Orange for the Sleeve. I have completed ALL the necessary testing, minus the test for sleep Apnea test which I'm waiting to be called for by the sleep center (they are waiting for insurance authorization). I have sooo many questions but I'm going to just ask a few today in hopes not to overwhelm anyone that can offer any help.. I appreciate you and your time in advance. Thank you ! First, Has anyone used Dr. Paragi from West Orange ? What was your experience from beginning to end? A more important question, is I have to lose 10lbs quickly ... To be considered for the sleeve , any advice ? pleaseee ..How did you do it ? Thanks again everyone !! Sent from my SM-G920P using the BariatricPal App

I really hate these Drs that make people jump through extra hoops, and "earn" their surgery and "prove" their dedication. It is just an ego trip for the Drs. The fact she already lost weight on the pills before should be enough. Her weight is so low, she is going to lose and get denied by insurance. They are professionals being paid for a service, the fact that some of them try to treat their patients like children or pets, is so annoying. I agree ... I'm so worried of being denied since I only have the high BMI .. I'm going to do everything I can despite my Doc's ego but I do sure wish he wouldn't give me this pressure. Thanks again ! Sent from my SM-G920P using the BariatricPal App

Thank you so much !! Sent from my SM-G920P using the BariatricPal App

Thank you so much for your help !! The Doc wants me to lose the 5lbs because I gained it while in his care and he says, since its documented the insurance may believe that his efforts were not valued because I gained and thus can gain after too , which could result in my denial. Sent from my SM-G920P using the BariatricPal App

Thank you soooo much !! Sent from my SM-G920P using the BariatricPal App

Thank youuu !! I initially didn't have weight to lose .. My BMI is 42 now, and i have no comorbidities. But since the process began , unfortunately I put on about 5 lbs, the Doc wants me to lose just the 5 by next week ! March 29th to submit the paperwork to my insurance .. I say 10lbs to demonstrate to him and me that I can do it and will be successful after the wls. Sent from my SM-G920P using the BariatricPal App