endlessdreams_x
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Aww! Well I hope that's not the case!! It seems like the wait has been hard enough! Everything is good, I go on the liquid diet starting Monday, I've just been on a restricted diet this week, but I hear you on the weight, even being on a diet, if I even miss ONE day of my thyroid meds it seems I gain like 5lbs. UGH! Maybe you could suggest the liquid diet for yours to the Dr? They're putting me on Medifast or Optifast I believe. It's supposed to drop me 15lbs-20lbs. I'm hoping more towards the 20lb range! :-D
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Our surgeries are just around the corner!!! Good luck with yours! Are you doing the liquid diet too?! It's soooo tough some days!
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I have the same exact surgery date, 10/26/09! It needs to hurry the heck up! Good luck with your weight loss efforts and reaching your goal before weigh in! :tongue2:
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Aww! Good for you
I'm so anxious, I don't know about you. But I agree it seems sooooooooo far off!! I don't start my preop diet till Oct. 12th, but it'll be a strict 800 calorie liquid diet. Yikes! I would definately like to keep in touch! That'd be so cool to know someone with the same surgery date & stuff!
-Jamie
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Things are okay..I'm just so anxious to get there! No I havn't had my surgery yet, it's set for Oct. 26th. I could have had it sooner, but I'm going on vacation what would have been just 4 days later.. so I'm stuck with October! I'm so nervous & excited!
How are you?
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Oh man..I couldn't even begin to imagine dating again! lol. I am so fortunate that I have had a great man by my side this whole time! BUT, I know what it's like. Before I was eligible to get the band, when I was like 16 or 17, I was casually dating a guy that ended up breaking up with me because he thought I was "too fat" and shouldn't wear skirts..and if I'd lose weight he'd go back out with me! He ACTUALLY said that to me!!!!!! So GOODLUCK GUYS&GALS, that someone who doesn't care is out there, I've certainly met mine!!!!
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Just banded 8-24-09
endlessdreams_x replied to amprice4's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Congrats!!! Hope the Hot Tamale train picks you up! (haha sorry, So You Think You Can Dance fanatic!) Good luck with your weight loss! -Jamie -
Went to my Primary Doctor today
endlessdreams_x replied to junbug178's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Thats great you're on top of things!! The best motivator is to know you've got things already working in motion towards a healthier you! At least he agreed you needed SOMETHING! I would have been greatful for that response..needless to say I kicked my doctor to the curb! LOL! -
Went to my Primary Doctor today
endlessdreams_x replied to junbug178's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Hi! I'd go with your gut (no pun intended), seriously..my original primary care doctor didn't even want to discuss it with me, she just said no, like I was asking for her permission. I think to get the best medical opinion on what is right for YOU, you need to start researching surgeons/hospitals that are in network for you (if you're going the insurance route). Most of them have free seminars or consultations that only cost you a copay like a regular doctor's visit. THEY would know best, they'd be doing the surgery after all! Besides, if you're not comfortable with what he "thinks" then a second opinion wouldn't hurt either! Hope that helps! -Jamie -
Somemthing i've been wondering - college students
endlessdreams_x replied to Odjii's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Hey, if you're worried about teacher's understanding, you need to be upfront with them. Although I havn't had my LapBand surgery yet, I did have gallbladder removal surgery (more downtime!) during the middle of a semester last Fall. If you're very upfront with your teachers and keep up with the classes even if just at home, they are more likely to be understanding & aiding in your return and your missed days. Goodluck! (If it helps you're not the only one out there, I'm having mine in October (in the middle of another fall semester!LOL) -
Anyone in df/w??
endlessdreams_x replied to Dreamalways07's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm having it done 10/26! I live in Hurst. And I'm close to your age- I'm 20! Goodluck. Feel free to message me if you want! xo, Jamie -
I think that is very dumb since your insurance doesn't specifically require it. Most of those herdles I've heard were usually at the insurance's request..not the surgeon. And I totally hear ya, I've been dieting all of my life too. But definately don't get it done there if you're not comfortable with the idea of it or the surgeon.
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Dr. David Kim - Dr. Kim
endlessdreams_x replied to WifetoJ's topic in Weight Loss Surgeons & Hospitals
Congrats on the weight loss. That is so great to hear! I was impressed to, but to hear it from someone who's already has the surgery is just another reassurance!! I'll be banded by Dr. Kim on October 26th. I can't wait!!! Good luck with your ultimate goal! -
Found another one! TriCare North - Weight Loss Surgery Insurance - RenewedReflections I know when someone is at a loss for information it can be very discouraging. I really hope these forums help you!
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I can't answer much about the insurance/hospital inquiries..my best help would be try researching on the internet. Research your healthcare plan, find out what surgeons are on that plan THEN research him or her. I know there are other sites out there that are for Lap Band support/information. Also, I'm not sure there would be any reason for your husband to take off work other than maybe the day of the surgery. I havn't had my surgery yet, but my doctor has assured me it's only a week of downtime..and most of that "down time" is literally getting up and down. I was told the incisions are exactly the same as my previous gall bladder removal surgery. One incision especially, which will go through muscle, will make it difficult to get up and down for several days, but you're not totally disabled. Also, I was told even though you won't be able to eat as much, staying away from high fat & sugar content food will make the weight loss process more significant and easier. Hope some of that helps!!
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Newbie & Youngster from TX
endlessdreams_x replied to endlessdreams_x's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
I don't! The scheduling nurse said I would find out about all that stuff this coming week. -
I am new to this forum. I have recently decided and been scheduled for LapBand surgery for October 26th by Dr. David Kim out of Colleyville, TX. I'm anxious & scared..and have not known or seen where someone in their 20's (especially right at the age of 20!) was going through this process. I feel like this will be the final & right tool for me to change my habits - but it would be nice to know people going through the same thing! :biggrin: xo, Jamie
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Any October Bandsters!??!?!
endlessdreams_x replied to SoCalCass's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Yay for October Bandsters! It does seem so far away and I too just found out. I had an option of September 15th originally, but I'm leaving town for 10 days just 6 days after that..so I figured this would work out better! I'm so anxious for that day to come. I hated my highschool graduation cause I was a sore eye amoungst all the twigs, and now at College graduation..I have something to look forward to! :cursing: -
Hey! I'll keep my fingers crossed for you on the whole insurance thing. Sometimes I think the surgeon & insurance nurses make a difference with the insurance companies too! I was originally told that there was a 6 month waiting period since I did not have a "recorded/supervised" history of dieting or whatever, but the doctor I met a few days ago really changed all of that. So goodluck!
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Hey! I'm new, young but ready to be educated!
endlessdreams_x replied to Munchkins's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Sorry my mind was going faster then my fingers! lol. I meant that DO understand! -
Hey! I'm new, young but ready to be educated!
endlessdreams_x replied to Munchkins's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Thanks for accepting my friend's request! I also feel the same, only a select few of my friends know. I know the rest would either not get it or understand my decision. If you need someone to talk to, I'm a great listener! I too have been overweight my whole life. It'd be nice to share that aspect with people that don't understand what it's like to go through that! :cursing: -
Hello! Thanks for the friends add
Goodluck with your surgery and feel free to chat with me anytime! -
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