Search the Community
Showing results for 'renew bariatrics'.
Found 17,501 results
-
Will you're my bariatric Godmother 😍😍 you're amazing!!
-
Bariatric Surgery makes new life out of Nothing At All ( with thanks to Russell Hitchcock and Men At Work)!!!
-
La di da, la di da...COME ON! UGH! Waiting just sucks! Met the surgeon. He had a whole schpiel about Bariatric surgery. My BMI is low enough to make the LapBand work for me but high enough for RNY to be an option. He said he'd go either way with me since I'm not diabetic and my blood pressure is just on the boarderline. So the desicion is still mine. That made me happy! I was worried I was going to be pushed into bypass and I really don't want that... So the Realize Band is the band this surgeon likes. A few days after my appointment, a person from the surgeon's office called and asked about my insurance coverage. She said she was going to request my records from my PCP and send me in the info for approval. I didn't think it'd be this fast!! Who knows though, I probably won't pass the first round anyway, right?
-
when did you start...
cricketcree replied to linda305's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I had to do 6 months also. I started march 22nd and my surgery date is Sept 10th!! Have you picked a bariatric surgeon yet?? If not, go ahead and schedule that. There will be a list of things he will want you to do like nutrition and exercises classes, going to a pycholigist, maybe even a sleep apnea test. It's better to start now to where when u have met tour 6months criteria, you will be ready to schedule!! Good luck!! -
Happy 3Rd Month Anniversary To Me
134andhappy replied to 134andhappy's topic in Gastric Plication Surgery Forum
Thanks Sue. Yes heading back in 3 mos for my check up...I don't trust bariatric dr's that have less experience with this surgery...restriction feels where I would expect it to be. I eat half a ham and cheese wrap from whole foods and I feel extremely full. Still can't get more than 3 -4 max sushi rolls in. -
Hi everyone, I am considering asking my PCM for a referral to see a bariatric surgeon in order to get the gastric sleeve. Are there any other military spouses in the MacDill area that has had success getting a referral? I go to the Brandon Clinic and have an appointment today to talk with my PCM. thanks
-
I just realized I've only been taking half the amount of calcium they want me to take! I ordered some of the bariatric advantage calcium chews and they just arrived. I opened them up and figured I'd give them a try (my insurance nurse thought the chews would be preferable to gummies) and realized I'd have to take SIX to get all the calcium! That means it's a 10 day supply! I paid $38 and change after shipping for three bags. That's more than a dollar a day for calcium alone! I guess I've got to make up for all the food I'm not buying! After discovering that I needed six, I looked at the bottle of the gummies I'd been taking and they were 500 units per serving but a serving is two, not one! OOPS!! I've only been taking three a day. Now I need to look at the B12...
-
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. -
Just a side note: Does anyone else take Calcium citrate!?!?! I just picked up some yesterday and those things are horse pills!!! lol. I am lucky I'm one of the few in my bariatric program to only take 4/day rather than 6 but still, swallowing these bad boys are sounding pretty scary.
-
SLEEVE CONVERSION: Vertical gastric sleeve (VGS) to Mini Gastric Bypass (MGB) ?
berry girl posted a topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Vertical gastric sleeve (VGS) to Mini Gastric Bypass (MGB) ? I was sleeved about 7 years ago in Mexico. The operation added about 90 pounds of weight loss over 18 months. However unfortunately, after several years and a couple of babies, the weight has come back on. I’m exactly where I was seven years ago. 😔 I feel my pouch has been stretched slowly over the years and my metabolism is shot. Not uncommonly, one of the side effects of the sleeve was terrible heartburn. I’ve been taking a prescription grade antacid since my surgery. I recently read that this particular bariatric side affect has been linked to stomach cancer. 😳 I recently consulted with bariatric surgeon in Mexico to see what my options are and he suggested I convert to a mini gastric bypass. He said it would resolve the acid reflux complication and also I would lose the weight I have regained. Has anyone gone from VGS to a MGB that could share their experiences with me? Either here or privately? I’d really appreciate it. 🙏🏼 -
I have blue shield ca HMO and bariatric surgery is excluded and my Dr submitted a referral since I have high blood pressure and bmi of 42, this makes it medically necessary, no issues at all, once submitted I was approved in 5 days. Only had to see a psychologist, no diets. My surgery is scheduled 8/18. It must be the bariatric surgery Dr office that isnt submitting the paperwork correctly. Try again Sent from my SM-G930T using the BariatricPal App
-
Caffeine substitute after surgery
Alex Brecher replied to Tejee's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
How far are you out of surgery? Generally, you're allowed caffeine 30 days post op. Definitely, follow your surgeon's instructions. According to the ASMBS: Q Do I need to avoid caffeine after bariatric surgery? A: Caffeine fluids have been shown to be as good as any others for keeping you hydrated. Still, it is a good idea to avoid caffeine for at least the first thirty days after surgery while your stomach is extra sensitive. After that point, you can ask your surgeon or dietitian about resuming caffeine. Remember that caffeine often comes paired with sugary, high-calorie drinks, so be sure you’re making wise beverage choices. Are you taking your vitamins? -
Yes, I experienced this and realized it have everything to do with the fact that I was not getting nearly enough Water. As soon as I started truly sipping constantly and was able to get a minimum of 48 ounces in, that pain went away. I remember it being scary but after talking with a bariatric nurse who herself had bypass she knew exactly what was happening and how to resolve it.
-
I Need Some Advice From Someone Employed In The Medical Field
B-52 replied to Fishersindy's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
First of all, lying will always get you in the end, one way or another. Just ask for the week off. Everyone is entitled to time off for work and it is not really anyone's business after the fact. As far as your medical information, by law it is illegal to to share information, but it does happen. But they would have to go digging for it, in a dept. or area other than where they have any business and that will not appen. If they were Bariatric Surgeons also, practicing at the same hospital, it would be very easy for them to access. But why would they? Whay take the risk? Also, if they are friends with your surgeon. Lets face it, when people in the same profession get together, they always talk shop. Especially the humorous stories or the S.O.B. cases. Normal day to day cases go un noticed. Can get very detailed, just NEVER mention names or anything to give away your identity. Happens everyday! Example: 2-3 Docs at the Gym playing racquetball. One Doc says "Boy, talk about nut cases, I have a patient who has undergone the surgery last week and she actually told her employer it was an Emergency Appedectomy! What some people wouldn't do to make excuses." Doc 2 says: "this person wouldn't be female, about yo tall, weighs such and such, would it?" Say no more or we'll get in trouble,but I think I know exactly who you are talking about." Also, I hate to admit it, but there are patients who become "Persona non grata" and law or no law, somehow they become widley known. -
Bariatric Support Group for Outdoors Enthusiasts
BusterBunker posted a topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
https://m.facebook.com/groups/1084442391681472?view=group&_rdr -
Welcome welcome. We hope you'll hang around and get to know us better. There are people at all levels of the weight loss journey, newbies like yourself, pre surg like me who have or are in the process of finishing up requirements, ones whose surgery dates are shortly coming up, people who have just had their surgeries and are in the process of recovering and many seasoned veterans who are still active. We[emoji173] them especially as they mentor the rest of us. We treasure their advice for they have walked the walk ahead of us. Ask any questions you like,if I don't have an answer somebody else on Bariatric Pal will. We all may be having different approaches and viewpoints but we are unified in wishing you well and hope we can ease things for you. Welcome again, we think you'll find yourself at home here. [emoji14] Sent from my VS880PP using BariatricPal mobile app
-
I am 4 weeks post op. I renewed my gym pass. Before surgery I was taking phentermine 37.5 (appetite suppressant, energy booster) so I'd be able to work out for hours. On phentermine I would push hard and burn lots of calories. I loved what the pill did for me. But my doctor no longer wants me on it because of the long term risk. Going to the gym without my energy booster is awful. I can barely do 10-15 min on the elliptical at a low resistants. And the treadmill is just a joke. I can barely get to 5 min. Can someone please help me... Is there something out there that will help me in the gym? Get me going.
-
I started my journey on feb 22 with a consult to a bariatric surgeon. My preop requirements were: 6 mo dr monitored weigh ins Psychological exam Pulmonary clearance Cardiovascular clearance Sleep study Surgery seminar Support group participation X-rays Blood work Dietician consult Letter of medical necessity I was one of the lucky ones. I had already seen my PCP monthly since dec for unrelated concerns and since I was weighed at those visits, those counted toward my 6 month dr monitored weigh in. Because I was on this app, my surgeon released me from the support group requirement and due to my previous research and binder I brought with me to my consult, he cleared me from the seminar. My NUT told me it would take a good 6 months just to get me in since she was so busy, but she had a cancellation within a week and because of my preparation, cleared me that same appointment. My psychologist didn't accept my insurance so I thought I was going to have to pay out of pocket, but all of a sudden another psychologist called and said they'd get me in and use my insurance. I had already done a sleep study within the previous year due to unrelated concerns so the dr accepted that as completed. So here I am a bit blown away by how quickly this went by. In 2 1/2 months, I completed everything and just got a call today from my surgeons office to select a surgery date (may 26th) and preop appt (may 16th). I was hoping for less than 6 months, but as of this week, didn't think it would be earlier than the 2nd week of June. I'm surprised my surgeon got me in so quickly for surgery. She said the only reason why I have to wait 2 more weeks is because that's allowing the insurance to approve. She says she calls them almost daily to push for answers so they can get their patients in within 2 weeks of clearance. Had a twinge of fear when I heard may 26th just because it seems so soon, but this is what I've worked so hard for. Anyone else on May 26th??? I'm going to go through this alone since my husband is working and no one else knows. It would be nice to have a buddy. [emoji4]
-
Newbie looking for advice in Staten Island
woo woo replied to Dawnygirl's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Use google to find SI or Manhattan (if you want) surgeons. You can then research the ones that seem convenient for you and then make appointments for seminars or consultations with the doc or docs that appeal to you the most. Once you select a surgeon, they can pretty much set you up with whatever else you need from there for the surgery and for your insurance, including a PCP for the supervised diet and etc. I am assuming you have already checked with your insurance provider to see if your policy covers bariatric surgery. Welcome to the site and good luck to you! Let us know how things go. -
scales at a standstill
monken replied to madenkorea's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
me too! it will start again no worries:-) HW 250/1st Lapband 198/2nd Lapband 232/Pre conversion 2/6/13 to bypass 232. Currently 206 Bariatric GW 134, Realistic GW 150 -
Anyone familiar with the healthy indiana plan?
920amy replied to VSG4aHealthierMe's topic in Insurance & Financing
It looks like Obesity Help has some people that got Bariatric surgery through HIP in 2010, plan may have changed. I tried to google for you and found this old forum, maybe you can directly contact some of those members and ask about their experience? Good luck to you!! http://www.obesityhelp.com/forums/IN/4251154/Healthy-Indiana-Plan/ -
hi, I have just found out that my op will bee in 4-5weeks time and I am really happy that I know the approx date. my first appointment was in March 2011, I attended the seminar in June, then I had all the test, physiology etc and then a sleep apnea test, I had sleep apnea and got my cemap machine, which I hate wearing. I had to wait 3months to see if the treatment was working, it was ans the specialist would send this info off to the bariatric surgery team, only, he didn't. finally after no contact from anyone I asked my dietician if she could find out what the delay was. 3 weeks later was told they were waiting for results from apnea clinic. I felt abandoned and depressed that it was one delay after the other. finally in May got an appointment for signing the consent form, it was horrendous I had put about 5 lb back on and was told that i could not sign the consent and would go to the back of the list, devastaed is how I felt. I got an appointment for another consent signing In 6 weeks, and at this one had lost 12 lbs, so was able to sign consent. I had to have an endoscopy and they remove 2 small polyps from my stomach, at which point me and hubby decided I would go for the sleeve rather than the bypass.At the meeting tonight we e sat next to a man who had the sleeve last Oct and he was 22stone on the day of his op and is now 13stone and was very encouraging, I asked him dozens of questions as did hubby, lol, and we came away happy that we have chosen the right op for me.I cannot exercise due to fibromyalgia and other health issues at this weight, but will be going swimming as soon as I can. to get fitter. It has been such a long wait and at times felt like I had to jump through their hoops, but now only concerned with getting as much weight of as i can before the op.that is it for now . x
-
I was told to look for something that was 100% whey protein isolate (because it's better absorbed than whey protein concentrate and other protein forms). Personally, I like the Unjury brands, but you have to buy them online. You can jazz them up by adding things like PB2 (powdered peanut butter), unsweetened cocoa powder, a tablespoon or so of sugar free pudding mix, or sugar free syrups like they use at coffee shops (you'll see a very few flavors, usually Torani brand at grocery stores, places like Cost Plus World Market generally have a bigger selection of the sugar free flavors, or you can go crazy and order online). When I was trying things out, I ordered a bunch of single-serve packets. BJs Bariatrics does single packets of the Nectar brand. Vitalady.com does single-serve of a bunch of different brands.
-
Just curious about this one...I see some bariatric sites peddling for both kinds. Wouldn't a high Protein meal replacement with low sugar and carbs be better because of the Vitamins and minerals it has? Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-N910A using the BariatricPal App
-
So the time is coming around again for the Canadian Bandster bash out in Mississauga. I am a member of the planning committee and we have rounded up some great people to come and speak. The organizers are all bandsters, but we wanted to open up the bash to all bariatric patients so we are changing the focus to wellness this year. I got involved after going to the first bash and learning so much, and having so much fun. We have some great people confirmed to speak to us including Monica Ganz of Obesity Help, Julie Janeway of Little Victories, Dr Barry Simon and a ton of others. We are focusing not just on the newly banded/WLS patients but on people in all stages of banding weight loss, maintenance, thinking about WLS etc. How do you take off the last little bit of weight, how do you maintain. How do you get over body issues all sorts of stuff to help out all sorts of people. If you are interested the website and registration is located at the following site. I can't say how much it helps people to meet others who are going through the same stuff they are and who understand. Besides we always have a blast hanging out together. www.canadianbandsterbash.com If you have any questions let me know. Hope to see you there. Heather:clap2:
