ChrisNYC

Whats up everyone my name is Chris. I've been on "the lap band journey" for about 9 months now. During the summer of last year I went to my doctor for a checkup and he asked if I ever thought about weight loss surgery. I told him I thought about it and have done a little research but haven't pursued anything yet. He recommended me to an associate of his who does WLS so after a couple of weeks of thinking about it I gave him a call. I spoke to his secretary and got an appointment for January since he wasn't accepting any new patients until after the New Year. The day of my consultation finally came around after a long holiday season. I did the basic physical(weight/height/etc.) and from that he determined I was a candidate for surgery. Fast forward to today, I'm now done with the Upper GI series, liver/gall bladder ultrasound, stress test/EKG, nutritionist, and psych eval. My last step is to see my surgeon again next week and hopefully submit everything to insurance. If all goes well I will get my date for surgery. Wish me luck. :thumbsup:

Thanks for the kind words.

I also forgot to mention my stats... Starting weight: 410 pounds Starting height: 6'7" Goal weight: Im thinking anywhere between 280-300 is a good start.

Hi, I'm on my journey to have the lap band surgery and I've done most of my testing(GI series, stress test, ekg, ultrasounds) but still need to see a nutritionist & psychiatrist before everything is submitted to the insurance company. My doctor gave me a few names but said I can use someone else since he is not affiliated with any of them. Does anyone have any suggestions for a good nutrionist and psychiatrist in the New York City area that deals with lap band patients? Thanks for your help. -Chris (oops I forgot I still need to make an introduction thread :wink:)

Can anyone who has Oxford United Healthcare tell me how the process was for them. How long approval/disapproval took, requirements, etc.? Im in NYC if that matters. Thanks for the help. https://www.oxhp.com/ -Chris :confused:

Caps Lock :wink: