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Bariatric surgery combined with another procedure
Starwarsandcupcakes replied to jobincole's topic in Weight Loss Surgeons & Hospitals
I had a sleeve and hernia repair done and then 45 days later had hardware removed from my knee. I would have the one that takes the longest to recover from first and then do the next one while still on leave. My bariatric surgeon wanted to wait 6 weeks after hardware removal to do my sleeve but I was able to reschedule the hardware to later as the recovery time for that was only a couple weeks. -
@Seahawks Fan , wish my doctors would let me be 5ft9in, only hope I'm having of my BMI dropping quickly. Even started 1-2 protein shakes instead of meals to see if this flesh would melt. Tired of being the Fluffiest "ewe" in the Bariatric flock of Lambs.😜
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Oh no! Weight gain!
Jefferyc79 replied to Fabstar55's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Have you been working out? And how quick did you gain the 10 pounds? Was it a month? Two months etc. So many different people have different concepts to what their bariatric nurse/surgeons have suggested or required in their program. The program that I am in states that no weight should be gained anytime you go in for an appointment. Every appointment that you have they check your weight and want to see if you have lost any weight. You have to remember that the main reason for the 6 month diet is to so that you can be disciplined enough to stick to a plan (even if you lose 5 pounds over 6 months). I haven't had the surgery yet but from what I hear you won't be able to eat a lot of food like we're use to doing. I have learned to eat much smaller meals. Trust me it was HARD. But, in a short two months I have lost about 26 pounds. I started off by eating what I loved and just eating smaller portions. Then from there I started eating healthier lean meats, rice and veggies. Then I totally switched it up. When I don't have a drink with my food I fill satisfied longer and it's making me not overeat. Try and shock your system and switch it up. You don't want to be penalized for gaining weight and getting denied by your insurance. I'm not an expert at this. I'm new too. But, those things have worked for me. Oh and plus now I'm up to at least 4 planned days of working out. I really wanna be super successful at this. You can do it. You just need a little boost. Distance yourself from your eating buddies, Try not to eat after 8pm. If you are starving and have to eat drink a Protein shake (low in sugar) or eat some Peanut Butter or nuts. It'll help you get through the night. And no matter what EAT BREAKFAST! And try and stop drinking calories. Those things are what I find has made me successful so far! You can do it! -
I just need to vent for a moment. Nearly everyone I've told about this surgery thinks they have some way to relate. What is it with people? If they've dieted, they think they know the same issues, or had another surgery, or ate baby food. Has anyone else had this? I'm glad I limited who I've told. This is annoying.[emoji36]
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I agree with what the others are saying. Look at reducing some of the Protein bars and shakes. I am 11 months post op and achieved my weight loss in 7 months. I lost 20 pounds pre-op and 80 pounds post-op for a total of 100 pounds. (I had a RNY which is known for its rapid weight loss.) I now weigh 160. Part way through the process my weight loss went into a standstill. I looked at my caloric intake and decided at the time that I was getting so little protein in my meals, the problem must lie in the protein supplements. So I dropped from 3 protein shakes a day down to two and I began to loss weight again. As the volume of my meals went up, I was able to derive more protein from my meals. Presently, I think I am consuming around 50% of my protein requirement from my meals. This means that I can reduce the amount of protein supplement I am taking. When I hit my bottom weight, it allowed me to experiment. So I completely went off my protein shakes. Today for my protein supplement, I have one large cup of hot cocoa (Nestle "No Sugar Added") in the morning and one homemade large berry smoothie in the afternoon. I have discussed my meal plan in "How I survived Bariatric Surgery" which is available at http://www.breadandbutterscience.com/Surgery.pdf
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Hello - I used East Coast Bariatrics - Dr. Joel Sabastein .He is in Daytona Beach. He and his office have been amazing. I was living far from the office at the time and his office was great about sending me to local doctor for some of the pre=op blood work and test or he scheduled multiply appointment so I was not travelling a lot. Now I live close to his office (which is why I went with him - I knew long term he would be closer to me) I have been VERY happy I was banned in Dec 2010. His office also offers monthly supports groups. Very supportive staff and a few on his team have also had different WLS so they exactly what you are going through. Good Luck!!
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@@lilyrose245 I had to see my primary Dr first and be referred to the bariatric surgeon.
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Dr. Lily Chang, Virginia Mason Bariatric Group Seattle, WA.
Crcopleycasey posted a topic in Weight Loss Surgeons & Hospitals
I am having my gastric bypass surgery on Aug. 24. I have been on my pre op diet for almost 2 weeks. Nothing but clear liquid on the day before surgery. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App -
Alternate Day Fasting
Darktowerdream replied to AZhiker's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I’ve never followed a diet but inadvertently do intermittent fasting, as well as alternate day fasting to some degree, some days just wind up much lower calories than usual especially with doctors appointments, errands or laundry. I might go from 6pm dinner to 12:00 lunch except for tea in the morning I like yogi slim life caramel apple spice with a bit of ripple milk. Every so often I switch things up. And might vary my calories a bit. I do stick to low carb even though post surgery I haven’t counted, for now it’s protein and calories. And track what I eat. Daily weight. And maybe a note for the day. Like if I’ve had a dr. Appointment. I have to manage things as best I can without the benefits of exercise. Which due to my chronic illness isn’t possible. Just basic things like a shower, laundry, dr. appointment, errand, is like a triathlon to my body. Sometimes just getting up in the morning is equivalent to a workout. i think adding things like IF can be beneficial to Better utilize the tool that is bariatric surgery. It helps solidify the reality that our bodies don’t need as much food as we think. also I have to say @FluffyChix always has awesome advice.- 1 reply
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PCOS, BMI of 35.5, Cary/Raleigh Area
LisaJane replied to Palmer's Moma's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi there, This is my first time posting and I too have PCOS with the same BMI, 35.5 - 29 yrs old. Type 2 Diabetes also runs in my family . I contact my insurance company (empire blue cross bs) and they said the surgery would be covered if the doctor deemed it medically necessary, up to 85%. I was worried if I lost 5% of my weight for pre-op that I would no longer qualify, but I contacted the bariatric coordinator and she said that if my BMI goes below 35 before the surgery, I would still be covered by my insurance, since it's based off of your inital weight when you first see the bariatric specialist. I would definately call your insurance company . I am on yaz and 200mg spironolactone and have been gaining weight steadily. I haven't had a real period in 6 months since the weight has been creeping back on. I excersize regularly but I struggle with keeping weight off. I worry that if I want to have kids - what will happen to my body if stop taking the spironolactone. Plus, I'm sure that I am doing damage to my kidneys taking such a high dose day after day. Anyways, I have an evaluation appointment with a bariatric specialist and I know that PCOS is a definate comorbidity. I pray that getting off this excess weight will help keep the pcos in check. I think lapband will help. Also I like the idea of lapband bc it's not as permanent as actually changing the shape of your stomach by cutting it and sewing it back into a different shape. -
Dirty lil secret or business as usual??
GraciesMom replied to JustAskinThx's topic in Weight Loss Surgeons & Hospitals
Hi JustAskInThx, (and everyone else), This has been a topic that has been discussed in other posts here at LBT with much the same responses. $200-$300-up to $500 seems to be the acceptable amounts for the "extras" aka "program fees" , but in the thousands, that is definitely off the charts. There is no excuse for those types of costs, and to me they simply reflect a group of greedy doctors who are taking advantage of the obese and their great desire to lose weight. After all, if those costs were really necessary they would be covered in the insurance costs. It appears to me that those "mandatory" costs are all subjective, and come with a various list of pre and post surgery avantages, but none that seems to be worth 1/3 of the actual surgery costs (approx.). Personally, I am very leery of any surgery program with those outrageous add-on costs, as I know there are wonderful surgeons that have developed their own success based programs that involve all the pre surgical and follow-up post care you will need at the rates I listed above. My surgeons were suggested by my insurance company and are the required "Centers of Excellence". I would suggest that would be ones first prerequisite when searching out a surgeon, check with your insurance and see who they list on their websites as surgeons that they recommend for any bariatric surgery. -
My surgery to remove loose skin is approved!
ArmyOfMe replied to Jerrie Ann's topic in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
I love Tricare South. They are easy to work with. My Bariatric Coordinator has the easiest time with them out of all insurances. After being done with children, I plan on submitting for skin reconstruction, as well. -
Hello fellow Bandsters! I had my surgery almost 2 wks. ago on 3-28-06! I had it at Edmond Medical Center, in Edmond Oklahoma, a suburb of Okla. City! They have a small Bariatric unit and I had wonderful care. Dr. Philp Floyd was my surgeon. Very kind and reasurring. I am on pureed "food" and protein drinks at this time and of course lot's of water! I haven't had any problems to speak of. My Dietician has been a HUGE help. I will have my first post-op visit on Tuesday. I'm excited to see if I've lost any weight. The biggest surprise since the surgery is that I'm really not hungry. I think it is the 1st time in my life I've experienced this! I'm so happy I was lead to this website!
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Wellmark Blue Cross/Blue Shield Insurance?
carcol54 replied to AshleyRN's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Hi, My insurance with Wellmark went through in just one day. I am very pleased with them. I have had the best care with Dr. Teresa LaMaster's and her office team. She is with the Iowa Methodist bariatric center. I would love to share my experience with you if you want more informaiton. I had my surgery on August 14, 08 and have had 5 fills so far. I think one more fill and I will be right where I need to be. If you have any questions, just ask. carol -
Wellmark Blue Cross/Blue Shield Insurance?
carcol54 replied to AshleyRN's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I am working on getting everything ready for the insurance company. I attended a 3 hour seminar, met with the surgeon and nutrionist, went to two appointments with a counselor, had my doctor send over 3 years of records, attended a bariatric support group. Now my bariatric surgeon wants a letter from my doctor to the insurance company. I am hoping this is the last step. The big thing your insurance company is looking for is information about diets and converstations your doctor has had with you in the past 3 years. Go for it. carol -
Dr. Gutierrez/Trinity Medical
sharonintx replied to Holly Mahan Wilinski's topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery
Did you look here: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Trinity-Medical-Bariatrics Just in case you haven't seen it. -
Checkout Bariatric Eating - Protein, Vitamins, Gastric Bypass & Lap Band Info, Post-op recipes, and Help. There's lots of info on there . . . I've not ordered any of the products - but always like more information! Chris
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There is a group in London for all WLS patients http://www.london-bariatric.com/ or London Bariatric Support Group on Facebook.
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Well, just came from my PCP's office and I am a fuming!!! He just informed me that he considers my weight loss surgery a miserable failure and he's not going to recommend it to anyone else. I've been hovering between 216/217 For the last few days. Well, I didn't take my normal water pill that I take daily because I don't like to take it until 'm home and near the bathroom. Anyhow, I weighed 220 on his scale this morning which of course I was upset over as well. I was OK until he called me a failure at this WLS and he also said it's ridiculous if you have to keep going for fills and you're still not losing fast enough. Well, I had enough of his negative talk and blasted back that I am not a failure and considering when I first saw him many years ago I was 289. I started my lapband journey at 267 on 12/28/12. I said I've still lost weight and that is what counts. Last time I saw him 3 months ago I wanted to cry because he felt I had not lost weight fast enough (at that point I was down 37 lbs. according to his scale I'm ONLY down 47 lbs and that's not good enough. I should be losing 2 lbs a week, every week according to Dr. "DOOM"! Anyway, I didn't feel like crying this time. This time I wanted to scratch his eyes out. I've still lost 10 lbs in a 12 week period. I still haven't taken my water pill yet but taking that pill makes me lose 4 lbs like in a 12 hr period. Hey, I'm proud of my weight loss and I'm not going to let anyone steal my thunder especially my PCP! I've had many NSV's as well like fitting in smaller clothing, being able to walk more in the stores, etc . If my PCP knew how serious I am with my calories etc., maybe he'd get rid of that negative attitude of his. As far as I'm concerned my PCP is the failure! Not me! I'm still fuming but I'll calm down after awhile. They say 3 strikes and your out. Well, considering the fact he's not a BARIATRIC doctor, I'm giving him one more chance. In Nov. I'll have my 3rd visit with my PCP, if he so much as suggests I'm a failure again, that will be my last visit with him. I already have a new PCP in mind and he's about a mile from my house so I could walk there Just letting everyone considering the lapband, that I love my my band! I may be a slow loser but at least I'm losing. Don't let any doctor talk you out of it. I think all PCP's should all take a course in bariatric medicine before they judge anyone.
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I'm just about done with my two week preop diet regime of two Bariatric Advantage Protein Meal Supplement shakes and one "sensible" meal per day. I don't mind the flavor of the shake; I ususally mix it with crystal light lemonade or add cinammon with the powder. I blend them with ice to make a cool, frothy and filling shake. Only issue is GI upset since the first day of the shakes. After a week of running to the bathroom, I got some Immodium and things seem to havve slowed down. Anyone else have this experience from the Protein Shakes? Wanda
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Are you having bariatric surgery or a baby? Those small serving freezer containers are actually a really good idea!
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Christmas Round-Up
sleeved2win replied to Apple203's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
I'm having surgery next week. I got some unflavored protein powders, Bariatric Advantage chewable vitamins, vitamin patches and comfy clothes for the days after surgery. Plus a few gift cards for new clothes when I need them. -
I found my nutritionist’s pre-op notes and read the following unflavored powders: 1) Designer Whey Isolate (contains 1g added sugar…deal breaker?) 2) Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard (1g added sugar) 3) Inspire Bariatric: 24g scoop, 92 calories, 20g protein, at $2.10 per serving (expensive) 4) Syntrax Nectar Unflavored Whey Protein Isolate: Calculated to compare to others, 22g scoop, 20g protein, at $1.02 per serving (reasonable) Has anyone tried Syntrax Nectar Unflavored? Taste, smell, texture? Thanks!
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i have to agree with missbs.... Bariatric Advantage Calcium chews in chocolate r delicious!!!!!!!!!!!!! i couldnt believe i was eating something good 4 me...my mom sneaks and eats them...lol...
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As usual, check with your surgeon (first) and your PCP on any medication related questions. Tylenol is a good start but NSAIDs like ibuprofin, aspirin or naproxin are generally acceptable with the sleeve - the no NSAID rule comes from the RNY side of the bariatric world (the RNY has specific problems with such medications which doesn't apply to the sleeved stomach,) but many surgeons aren't yet comfortable enough with the sleeve to recommend them to their sleeve patients.
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