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That would be so amazing!! Especially if we are in the same hospital!!!!

Do you have family in Florida. That is actually where my husband and I are from. So we go back every Thanksgiving to see everyone. CRAZY- I am 5'0" too, I weigh 199 lbs. I am going through insurance. I asked my insurance company if they had any requirements in order to have the surgery and they said no. So I am hoping he doesn't require me to do anything either.

I have had so many surgical procedures for my back, surgery does not scare me. I just had a procedure done every other week for 6 weeks and each time I was put under. I am more scared for my consultation and if he is going to make me complete any requirements prior to scheduling my surgery. I really want to get the surgery ASAP. I want to lose enough weight that I wont be embarrassed to go back to Florida for Thanksgiving. I want them to be shocked LOL Now who is dramatic LMAO

I can understand that, but just think of it as you are making sure you get healthy for their futures.

LOL I will I can't wait to meet him. Everyone says the same things about him, he is soooo nice. He has 5 stars on google which is amazing

Why do you feel guilty? You deserve this!!! I understand the nerves but everything will be perfect.

Congrats keep us posted!!!! What kind of pre-op diet did he give you to follow. I cant wait for my consultation!!! I am so excited for you ❤️

He could have cancellations and they are trying to fill them fast. It happens all the time really. Good luck with everything!!!!!

I use Rogain (for women) it's like mousse for your scalp. Honestly don't know if it actually works.

That is horrible??? My Pain Management Dr's office is just like that. I hate having to double check their work.

I have my consultation on 8/6 so I will be talking my surgeon but I think I am leaning toward the bypass because I have horrible reflux already.

I have my consultation on August 6th!!! Hoping that we can do it this month but we will see. Good luck to everyone.

Hey Y'all - I have my consultation on August 6th and have a few questions before. Has anyone had experience with back injuries which require me to take pain medicine? And because I take medicine I have gastrointestinal problems. I have GERD, Gastroparesis, and Constipation and take different meds for each issue. I was wondering if any had any experience with any of these prescription and if so, how did it affect you? TIA Lauren

UGH that will be tough. I have had 3 cervical surgeries all with fusions. I also have stenosis of the spine in several areas.

Fortunately none of my meds contain NSAIDS. After researching, I was leaning towards the Bypass due to my GERD. I was going to have my gastroenterologist speak with my surgeon if he needed to. And unfortunately I can't move towards PT or other forms of treatment. I do periodically get procedures done on my spine but I need the pain meds and nerve meds on a daily basis. I know there is a lot to cover with my surgeon, I was just curious if anyone had previous experience with these things

My husband works over by Shertz!!!! What a small world!!!! How long did it take from your consultation till he scheduled you surgery? And what was his requirements for you in order to have the surgery. Sorry for the questions!!!! 🤐

I am seeing Dr. Pilcher also. My consultation is August 6th. I can't wait. I am so scared he is going to say "No" Where is San Antonio do you live. I am up in Bulverde.