actuallylosingit

I just came across this. I didn’t realize so many people had converted over. Thank you!

I follow many people stories on social media and several have brought up a stop in progress. One in particular, was a sleeve patient. For several months they could not lose any more weight. Then was told by the doctor that this must be all the weight they would lose. While being over 100 pounds still overweight. I had my mind set on the sleeve but I would hate for this to happen. Has anyone ran into this before? Would you recommend one surgery over the other?

Thanks for the idea! I didn't realize they offered it over the phone.

Thank you! Did you get in fairly quickly with the team psych? Thank you, and good luck on yours as well!

I go to him next month and he said to complete all my tests and lose thirty pounds. Based on them he makes the decision if i can set a date. Thank you!

Lol your right. I just wanted to see if anyone had been in my position. I'm willing to make the drive if need be but i'd still rather go to a local. I wanted to see if anyone knew whether your average psych has bariatric knowledge or if it was an elective for them. I know its not their specialty. Just curious i suppose.

Thanks for sharing! Mine is typically a two week clear liquid diet so i believe i will be on a 3 week clear liquid. I'm glad to hear the second week was easier. Great job! 40 pounds in 2 weeks is quite a bit of weight to lose.

I talked to the secretary at my surgeons office and was told they didn't know anyone to recommend me to in my area and i could go wherever i'm covered. I called my insurance company and they said i could go anywhere accepting. I just wasn't sure if I should bite the bullet and drive up there just because it is who they typically deal with. My surgeon has brought up several times that the psychologists they typically deal with know the lingo and have a better shot at getting accepted. Opposed to the denials they have from outside psychs based upon how it is written out. I have heard it is either a huge list of questions, surveys, or a quick twenty minute chat. That's funny you say that. At my job so many people say the same thing. At this point in my journey i'm willing to do almost anything for a date to be set.

I need to get used to the idea that so little makes so much difference.

Did your surgeon put you on the 4 week for fatty liver? Or are you going the extra mile? Congratulations on your surgery date! With that prep diet i'm sure your going to do great.

Hello all, One of the final things I have to do before having a date set is my psych eval. This may seem like a silly question, but... Can i go to anyone? During orientation, I remember my surgeon preaching that we go to one of their recommended psychologists. His reasoning was these psychs knew exactly what to say for insurance companies approval. I live close to two hours away from said psychs. Has anyone run into this issue? I would assume they would know what to do with having an order and being a licensed professional. But after hearing about other patients being denied i'm concerned. Thank you! Suggestions/advice?

Exactly! I too have been told about the “third world countries. “ Taking back control over my life is such a huge goal for me. I don’t think I’ve ever fully been in control. I love how you put that and will use that mind set

Thank you! Those are great tells for me to look for. I love the idea of holding out for “high-quality” foods. I know I’m the past I’ve tasted things that weren’t great but ate anyway just because they were there. That’s a great way to look at it.

That is great to hear. I love the idea of having the foods I like the most and are the worst for me to become unappealing. Great job that is awesome progress!!! True statement. Also I didn’t know they looked for such disorders. But it makes perfect sense