CarStar
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2 years has passed since you registered at LapBandTalk! Happy 2nd Anniversary CarStar!
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Thank you for the response. It took me about a year to get my surgery. I had to deal with the insurance company and I had to lose lbs before I could get my surgery scheduled. I was not really into workout at first but once I started to I am really getting into it. I tried out a few gyms before I decided on which one I want to join. Some of the gyms around me are kinda stuck up and that is not for me I wanted to find a place where everybody said Hi and the staff was friendly and helpful. I now have a personal trainer that I see 3 times a week. You should try checking out different gyms keep up the good work and keep in touch.
Kevin
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Welcome to the Kaiser Richmond group! We don't have anyone who is going through the Fremont program, but you can keep us up to date on all things Fremont! I know the Fremont orientation is pretty RNY oriented, but if you know you want the band stand your ground and don't let your doctor force you into gastric bypass. Stick with the program and you'll do great! Feel free to join us on the pre-op board too!
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Thank you BrooklynGirl, It is a very big decision, but I feel like I need this change in my life. I know the death rate is around 1% but it is always a fear with any surgery, especially a voluntary one!
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trying everything in my power to speed up this process
CarStar commented on czarina's blog entry in Blog 70256
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So, since my referral from my doctor, I have already received and information packet in the mail with my orientation date. It will be at the end of August, that's only in 2 weeks! I feel like things are moving faster than I thought. I am worried most about my heart rate and passing the physc portion. I mean what do they want to hear? I know the truth but then I know they could easily try to say someone is not ready mentally! I mean of course you have an eating disorder if you are over weight. I feel like there are alot of obsticales to get past first before I can trully feel like I am going to have the surgery. I am also scared of going under with such a high heart rate, an average of 90-100 bpm when at rest. I know they will be safe but at the same time it will suck if they do not want to operate on me :eek: has anyone had this done with high blood pressure and heart rate? I guess we'll see how things go after orientation. Any adive? :wink:
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So, since my referral from my doctor, I have already received and information packet in the mail with my orientation date. It will be at the end of August, that's only in 2 weeks! I feel like things are moving faster than I thought. I am worried most about my heart rate and passing the physc portion. I mean what do they want to hear? I know the truth but then I know they could easily try to say someone is not ready mentally! I mean of course you have an eating disorder if you are over weight. I feel like there are alot of obsticales to get past first before I can trully feel like I am going to have the surgery. I am also scared of going under with such a high heart rate, an average of 90-100 bpm when at rest. I know they will be safe but at the same time it will suck if they do not want to operate on me :biggrin: has anyone had this done with high blood pressure and heart rate? I guess we'll see how things go after orientation. Any adive? :sad:
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Do not be scared to lose the lbs. just try walking for 20 to 30 min a day to start working out. I got my surgery date as soon as I lost my weight. The doctor ask me when do I want to do the surgery. I said as soon as possible and that is when he gave me the date. I know you can do it. You just have to set your mind to it. good luck you can contact me anytime. if need some one to listen to your problem you may have or if you have any questions.
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I totally know how you feel... all though I am in the begining phase, I still have to go to orientation and lose 10% of my weight. How long did it take you to get your surgery date?
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So, after my last blog, when I attended the information class, I decided to move forward with it. I had to pass a physc exam first though, but I guess it's part of the process. I passed the exam, but then my doctor was worried about my high heart rate and blood pressure. So, she has a couple of test for me to do, but, I believe everything is so high from my weight. But she called me 2 days ago and said the refferal was sent! Next stage is orientation and losing 10% of my weight, Which means I have 22lbs. to lose. I am down 1.5lbs. and I just started 4 days ago! Next phase... orientation. :frown:
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So, after my last blog, when I attended the information class, I decided to move forward with it. I had to pass a physc exam first though, but I guess it's part of the process. I passed the exam, but then my doctor was worried about my high heart rate and blood pressure. So, she has a couple of test for me to do, but, I believe everything is so high from my weight. But she called me 2 days ago and said the refferal was sent! Next stage is orientation and losing 10% of my weight, Which means I have 22lbs. to lose. I am down 1.5lbs. and I just started 4 days ago! Next phase... orientation. :thumbup:
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Well, Monday was my information class. The first step in this whole journey. I am getting my surgery done thru Kaiser and so far so good. I learned alot at the class... somethings that motivate me and somethings that scare me! Also, giving up alot of my favorite foods and drinks... like popcorn... white rice.... white bread... pretty much any starch! Also... all sweets, processed foods and carbonated drinks! Even asparagus... which i love as well and found kind of odd! I guess it's all part of the process if you want to reach a "healthy" weight. Apart of me also is scared about the surgery it's self, but I think since I have already had about 1/2 a dozen surgeries.. I am almost used to the whole process. Now, of course the "healing" portion and the after effects of this surgery is something I will not be prepared for. Getting blown up with gas?? gas moving to your shoulders and causing sevre pain? plus, let's not forget that your stomach was cut open!! But, I am hopeful that it will all pay off in the end. Today I have my first doctors appointment and then 2 weeks from now I will have orientation. I have to lose 10% of my weight before the surgery. I guess I need to get busy.... I will keep you posted on my progress!
