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Wannabe Bander in NYC
FutureLawyerModelMama replied to FutureLawyerModelMama's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Ok thanks! i have checked the Health Plus website and can't find any providers for bariatric surgery...so I've got to call them which I will be doing TODAY!! lol thanks for the advice and when r u getting your surgery done?! congrats! :bolt: -
Wannabe Bander in NYC
QueenCyn replied to FutureLawyerModelMama's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
GIRL!!! I'm waiting for my insurance card too. I have HIP medicaid as far as providers you have to go onto the Health Plus website and look up participating hospitals and providers for bariatric surgery. I am getting my surgery dome by Dr.Nishamura South Nassau Hospital (LI). -
Wannabe Bander in NYC
QueenCyn replied to FutureLawyerModelMama's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
I don't know when I'm having the surgery I am going through all the pre surgical testing but i hopr before the end of the year. I had a set back because i lost my job and insurance so I have to start all over again with the new insurance medicaid. I don't know If you close Health Plus when you applied for medicaid but it's better to pick United Health Care or HIP ad managed care because they have many bariatric surgeons who accept them. -
Whatever you Celebrate I hope you have a great HOLIDAY SEASON In 2016 I am going to: Get a better electronic scale - one that measures body fat. Get a Bod Pod reading done - I was supposed to go last week to get a baseline body fat % but my mom got sick. REACH MY GOAL WEIGHT Be consistent with exercise Be outside more with my nieces and nephews doing things like taking walks, biking, hiking, etc. Do a zip line tour Take my Vitamins and supplements EVERY DAY Continue to attend my follow up appointments with the bariatric team Continue to attend my monthly support group Help my mom through the process of getting a surgery date for herself That's it for now!
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@@capricec It's great that you are trying some of the steps that will take place after surgery. Most of us before surgery have struggled on diets and exercise.We have seen the yo yo effect of weight loss then gains over and over. With bariatric surgery I looked at food differently and felt satisfied. Food no longer ruled my world. Just know the changes you make with the surgery will become your new normal. My behaviors before surgery put me in a place where I was not living my life the way I wanted. Making changes both physically and mentally with bariatrics is so worth it. I have a sleeve. Understand I can eat what ever I want. I have had to make a choice. My food addictions and bad habits. Or to make changes to get healthy to live and enjoy life. I am at goal. Yes I can have a treat now and then. But I know I have to workout even harder to not see the scale reflect that food choice. With the sleeve you do not get dumping syndrome. Some of the other surgery types will get dumping syndrome after eating sugar. I had my doubts before surgery if I was strong enough to be successful. You have a lot of support on bariatricpal. Try not to think of the never going to be able to do.....and think of all the things you can get back in life if you are willing to make changes. I wish you the best, Jenn
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Had my sleeve done Monday the 6th by Dr. Fernando Garcia Govea at Hospital CER via Tijuana Bariatrics. Honestly, I was so nervous beforehand that I truly believed I made the wrong choice. However, after everything was said and done I believe it was a great choice. The hospital was cleanly (honestly, I don't know what I was expecting), but it was way above my expectations. I honestly haven't felt the urge to really explore Tijuana though. I don't really have the energy, lol. How long did it take everyone to be 100% and ready to return to work?
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Recommended Bariatric Surgeons in Los Angeles
s2dm posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi All, I have the Sleeve about 16 months ago and had an overall good result, lost about 55% of my excess weight. I was pretty surprised though that I really never had much feeling of restriction after the surgery, never got sick, never felt overly stuffed, and my hunger only decreased moderately. I kinda felt like most of my weight loss was really attributable to the lifestyle changes I made associated with the surgery, although it definitely helped some. I recently was diagnosed with an inflammatory spine disease for which the only real treatment is aggressive weight loss and moderation of inflammation. I'm considering having a revision of the sleeve or conversion to a bypass and would really like to find someone great in the Los Angeles area. My previous surgeon was fine operatively but didn't really listen to me and I'd be hesitant to discuss my current situation in that setting as this feels like a really big decision given my recent diagnoses. I'm considering Dr. Feiz and Dr. Dorwaiswamy. Any other great people I should consider who are great surgeons but also willing to spend a minute listening to concerns? -
Found out today that my insurance "renews" at the 1st of June and I will not meet my deductible to have my insurance covered 100%. I have my insurance through my parents so I went to their house to talk to them about it. My parents are being so super supportive my mom has been paying the out of pocket expenses for the psych eval and the nutritionist visit. They told me come hell or high water they will figure out a way to get my surgery done.... From my parents that means they are going to tap into savings to pay the $2,500 or they both are going to start going to the doctors for every ailment that they haven't taken care of yet..... Which means time off work and still money out of their pocketsI am so extremely thankful but I feel like its too much, that I shouldn't allow this big of a "gift"... I'm so upset right now I'm in tears... :'(
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Happy Mothers Day!!
angyplus5 replied to Apple203's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Happy Mother's day to all my bariatric pals!!!! Sent from my SM-G930VL using BariatricPal mobile app -
I second keeping busy and getting rid of all the temptations. I ordered adult crafts from Amazon but you could do anything. Read a book, binge watch Netflix, organize a cabinet, literally whatever you have to do to distract yourself from food. If it’s a serious problem you may want to discuss with the bariatric therapist but if it’s just mild head hunger you can just keep busy.
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Regarding your family who says you don't need to lose weight....doctors figure your 'need' for weight loss based on your BMI (body mass index). (google BMI calculator)....at 4'9" and 235 lbs your BMI is 51....that is classified as "morbidly obese." So, yes, you do need to lose weight. I'm betting you are quite young and look really cute and cuddly right now, especially to your family. But along with obesity eventually comes poor health....we don't retain the cute and cuddly when the health begins to go. Your family loves you like you are, but you love yourself enough to want to be the best you can be in the future and to have a long and happy and healthy life. Dallas is a great place to find an experienced, competent weight loss surgeon....some of the most respected ones are right there - Dr. Wade Barker, Dr. Richard Benevides, Dr. Joseph Cribbins, Dr. Steven Hamm are all very well thought of - as well as others. Methodist Hospital and Presbyterian Hospital are both Centers of Excellence for Bariatric Surgery and have outstanding programs and staff for weight loss surgery. However, none of them work for free....not many people do. You say you don't have insurance or any credit at all....are you on Medicaid by any chance? They cover weight loss surgery. If not, you need to begin trying to establish credit of some sort....just a credit card or a store account with a small limit is a beginning - making payments, never be late in making payments (that's the key) to getting a good rating. I hear your frustration about dieting. It's easy to diet, easy to lose weight - and even eaiser to gain it back ....I 'dieted' myself up to 350 pounds.....so much yoyo dieting that my metabolism went haywire and eventually only went one way - UP- on the scale. I hope you can find a solution to your weight problem soon, whatever it may be. Best wishes to you.......
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Emotional Rollercoaster
laurileet replied to BritneyMc2017's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I've been playing the insurance game for 2 years and had to switch hospitals/programs as well. My current insurance company is a royal pain to get info from, so I've had to fight for everything. At one point I was ready to give up just from the frustration of insurance, but my husband gave me a pep talk and thankfully I have renewed vigor to get what I need. It's not the fast lane, but baby steps are getting me through the process. No surgery date yet.. but getting through the requirements one by one. -
I am going to Cancun May 4th, post opts on the 6th and sleeve surgery on the 7th. I have been researching on line continuously for about 3 months only after doing the same thing 4 years ago but then not being able to go through with the surgery. Over the past 4 years I have attended 3 seminars on bariatric surgeries. Many of you have responded to my questions and I have read many many posts. I think I am well educated and ready to get to the "other side" no matter how scary it is! Thanks to all who have sent emails and posted comments. I look forward to my journey and having a community on line for support, encouragement and information. Any advice or comments will be appreciated. Brenda
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My surgeon/ endoscopic person wanted me at 90-120 for ulcer healing, 1/2 9f my goal weight would be approximate a. little less than 90, wasn't getting it P.O. so I am on TPN, working it all out. And how long this all goes, in the hands of the bariatric Gods, the Saints in Heaven, my doctors, my body's reactions. This is. a story📖 still being written📝, a lot of plot twists and I have no clue how it all resolves.💻
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Has anyone been banded by or heard anything about Dr. David Rohrer, Dr. Amy Elizabeth Martin, or Dr. Dale Mortenson from Benifis Bariatric Institute in Great Falls Montanna? I'm from Alberta and waiting to get in to a Dr. here, but concidering self paying if the wait is too long. How long did it take to get in and how much $ if you did. thanks, Marie
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To Baby or NOT to Baby
PattyGirl66 replied to sweetsam2005's topic in Pregnancy with Weight Loss Surgery
My pamphlet instructions from my bariatric surgeon said not to get pregnant for a year! Oh dear lord, I can't imagine getting pregnant at 49. I am already a grandmother to a almost 7 year old, LOLOLOLOL. You want my old opinion sweety- enjoy your new life being banded first, enjoy your new marriage, enjoy eachother 'first' ... take it from someone who got pregnant as a 'teenager' and missed out!!! -
Northeast?? Need a VSG DR.
Tiffykins replied to Curvyjudy's topic in Weight Loss Surgeons & Hospitals
You can check out Dr. Gagner on Obesityhelp.com He was in Florida for a short time, and then went overseas to teach the sleeve and other bariatric and lap procedures to surgeons in Europe. I believe the last I saw on the Florida forum, he is now practicing in NY. He's one of the best, and has a phenomenal reputation. I have zero personal experience with him. But, his name came up during my research for my revision. Unfortunately, he was already in Europe when I was able to get my insurance stuff figured out for revisions. I liked his stats, his patient testimonials, and the sheer fact that he is a well rounded surgeon, not just for bariatrics. I did independent research as well on him as I did with many US and Mexico surgeons. And of course, there is the Weill Cornell Medical Hospital in NY, New York. Again, no personal experience, but their guidelines, stats, and reputation for bariatric procedures are well respected and documented. Best wishes in your research. I know one member here (bushidomaster) is having his surgery in NY, but I don't remember his surgeons name. You could find him through the member list at the top of the forum, and possibly shoot him a message. -
Post Surgery Vsg Of 10 Years +.
Pookeyism replied to Thinkpad.'s topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
http://asmbs.org/ This is the web page for American society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. There is a bit of reading to do but you have an amazing amount of information in this site. Good luck, -
Wow, it sounds like you have been dealing with a lot of life. As far as your post-op food plan, can you get another copy from your surgeon? Try googling "Bariatric Center of Excellence manual" and you should be able to find some examples. I would suggest you make an appointment with your surgeon and/or NUT to discuss your health issues (especially your use of steroids). A good bariatric NUT should be able to help you get back on track. It's never too late.
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My band, doctors and my NEW life.
heatherlynnTX replied to Lapbanded2005's topic in Weight Loss Surgeons & Hospitals
My name is Heather and I recently had Dr. Spivak perform the lap band surgery on me. He came HIGHLY recommended from friends and clients. Dr. Spivak and his full staff are completely professional and loving and caring people. I am still in awe that i finally DID it!! I have had full confidence in Dr. Spivak because of his background and experience! I am so glad to be able to begin a new life full of energy and to be able to be ME, who I have always been on the inside trapped inside of this body of mine. I highly recommend Dr. Hadar Spivak for anyone who is considering bariatric surgery in Houston, Texas or the surrounding areas. You will not be dissappointed! Sincerely, Heather Banded Friday May 23, 2008 -
Hi-- I was also banded on 10/07 and these first five days have been a bit of an emotional rollercoaster! Last night I was in tears, I think just because of a combination of discomfort, hunger, and emotions-varying from excitement, fear, shame... and I don't know what else...... However, this morning I feel better physically, and the scale shows 10 lbs lost since surgery, so I feel renewed. Anxious to make friends to share this journey with--- and equally anxious to have some cream of wheat or applesauce or scrambled eggs! LOL Going to go look for how to add a ticker!
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Chike - anything but banana...and they have a really good iced coffee! Bariatric Fusion - all have been good so far Syntrax Nectar - especially like the iced tea, lemonade and fruit flavors...nice change from vanilla/chocolate
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Therapy And Counseling After Surgery?
Lissa replied to Butterflylegacy's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
aleach, I'm glad you found a therapist that you like who is also a good bariatric support person! I don't like the one who leads our support group, but I can tolerate her for the length of the monthly meeting. I found someone else who is a better fit for me, which is what we all should do, IMO. Find the person who makes you comfortable. -
I don't have any experience w/Medifast. I am 11 days post op and have been using Bariatric Advantage and like that. I heard Unjury was good, my nutritionist said it was adequate, the BA had more B vit. I think nwhatever works. Good luck !
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I have mercy insurance and it covers bariatric surgeries but only from Mercy doctors. Dr Elizabeth Ann Hooper is the only surgeon I found that does bariatric procedures but I cannot find any reviews on her. I know all the facts on her (when she graduated, where she did her residency) but no personal reviews. Any help?
