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I have checked out the surgeons list on the bottom of the page and also googled bariatric surgeons for my area but I guess there aren't any around. Guess I will live with the miserable side affects.
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Thank you for replying. My Dr did not have me do a liver shrinking diet. I have read so much information here that everything I don't have to do sticks out like a sore thumb. Does anyone know about pro-stat for protein? It is like taking medicine but one ounce has 15g of protein so for immediately after surgery I was thinking about using it. We give it to our residents it is collagen protein but is complete. You can. Also mix it and make jello. I am very fortunate to have found bariatric pal
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Recommend psychologist in the Melbourne, FL area?
lml32937 replied to HolliJ's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I saw Dr. Gayle King and she was AWESOME!!! She specializes in eating disorders so she had a very unique take on the whole situation. Dr. Cotton is who Dr. Fusco uses and he charges $150.00 for the visit- He doesnt have much personality but if you are not planning on going to regular counseling I don't see how that would matter.. Your insurance company should provide you with a list of providers that do bariatric counseling... Hope this helps:smile: -
Hi and welcome, I live in the UK. Well done for making the decision to go ahead with surgery, its a big step. I am currently on the pre-op diet which is two weeks of nothing more than fluids with a few jelly pots thrown in for good measure. Its tougher than i anticipated, and if its a pre-requisite of whats to come then I know i'm going to have to be strong and committed. Like you I was a tubby child that turned into a fat teenager thats turned into an obese adult, I yo-yo'd for years and then I had my son in 2003 and weight just wouldn't shift. I developed Diabetes type 2 and Hypertension, I spoke to my Dr and she made me read up loads on the internet on Bariatric medicine, and here I am 6 months later on my pre-op diet and my surgery is scheduled for next Friday 24th. I wanted to improve my health so I would be around to see my son grow-up and with luck his kids too. This site has proved invaluable for hints tips and information, even in the short time I've been using it. I know it will help you to. The surgery is the easy part I'm sure of that, its the living with the band and its restrictions thats the hard part.:rolleyes2:
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Any Words Of Wisdom?
longer-life replied to happy1957's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I think most of us would be confused and unsure in your situation.It is difficult to be objective when things hit so close to home. Like Isereno said, health risks need to be considered. Your sister and friend had VERY serious health problems that have nothing to do with bariatric surgery. Your sister was saved because of having VSG, so if anything, she is the perfect example of why we chose to do something as drastic as surgery to treat our obesity. Going in to this I knew death and serious complications were a risk (as with any surgery) but inaction was going to bring me the same results, so I went for it. Your sister and friend had no symptoms and nothing came up during all the pre-op testing. Thanks to bariatric surgery they had a chance to fight their liver disease and cancer. When taking risks, sometimes we lose and sometimes we win, but I would rather go down fighting. I hope you choose to fight. Lastly, I suggest you call your surgeon today. He/she can answer some questions for you and can be more compassionate tomorrow. A big hug to you!!!!! -
I also bought the berry Bariatric Advantage brand and hated them! I am NOT a picky person and have had zero issues with nausea until those! I asked the nut and she put me on Flintstones Complete. No more problems:)
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I bought these thru medifast too and theirs were pretty good! I might have to try the brand bariatric choice sells since I order vitamins thru them!
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Ok First off I am Kaiser.. that makes a difference i hear.. I saw my PCP last week and she did my weight and height stuff and ordered my thryoid blood test. And also did my referral to the surgeon office. Today Bariatrics (spell?) contacted me and set my schedule for the Seminar, which is Nov 4. I guess its a 5 hour meeting.. My question, what happens now??
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Frustrated! Plz Read! Sorry, it's long!
LeighaMason replied to rn_82's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
Is DR 1 and DR 2 in the same practice? Have you gone for a second opinion (from a Bariatric surgeon)? At this point I would feel pot committed. You have spent so much, what if a good surgeon could just adjust the band correctly and everything would be fine? Dr Kim in Colleyville did my surgery and I think he is technically very good. Also I don't think he is just a "puppy mill" type. (You know the type, only interested in the money and just runs everyone through like cattle.) It probably wouldn't cost much to go see him and let him look. Plus if the band was placed wrong in his opinion it might help with recovering some of your money. Good luck, I'm sorry your having so much trouble. -
Hi everyone! I'm just starting my process. I received my referral from my PCP and have an appointment for the seminar and a "bod pod" test on March 2nd. I did call me insurance who gave me their requirements. I see that alot of you had to see several specialists. Is that a requirement of the surgeon? I have BCBS of IL and it states I need a psych eval, but not cardio, etc. Also, this is a part of requirements for surgery thru insurance: Documentation of active participation in a comprehensive, non-surgical program of weight reduction for at least six (6) months, occurring within the twenty-four (24) months prior to the proposed surgery and preferably unaffiliated with the bariatric surgery program. (NOTE: The initial BMI at the beginning of a weight reduction program will be used to meet the BMI criteria for the definition of morbid obesity used in this policy.) A program will be considered appropriate if it includes the following components: Nutritional therapy, which may include medical nutrition therapy such as a very low calorie diet such as MediFast and Optifast or a recognized commercial diet-based weight loss program such as Weight Watchers, Jenny Craig, etc. Behavior modification or behavioral health interventions. Counseling and instruction on exercise and increased physical activity. Ongoing support for lifestyle changes to make and maintain appropriate choices that will reduce health risk factors and improve overall health. I have been seeing my PCP every month since OCtober and my weight has always been discussed and she gave me her advice on how to lose weight, etc. Will that qualify as the first 5 months in 6 month participation or is more required?
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The amount of protein that you get per tablet is only 1 gram....so if you look at the serving size for the bariatric chewable, you need to take 6 just to get the 6 grams that they're referencing in the nutrition panel. I, personally, don't do shakes either, but I would never be able to take tons of pills everyday just to get protein either. I'd rather just deal with the extra carbs and have a glass of milk. I also didn't worry about my protein intake while on the liquid portion of the post-op diet and just made sure I kept myself really well hydrated.
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United Healthcare Chioce Plus
queenv1505@hotmail.com replied to dolphinz's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I have UHC Choice Plus and they do not cover any form of bariatric surgery at all in the state of Florida. I was s sad, but I saved the money all year and will self pay. My consultation is 3/20/09 -
APPROVED FINALLY!
wannaBthinsoon replied to simply_Me's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
YAY you!!! I wish I could say I was that day, but sadly, I have to wait till after Jan 2nd to enroll in the Bariatric program. Best wishes, and keep us all posted! -
Hi Lou I'm also a WA country girl to be banded on 17 April by Dr Cohen at Mercy Bariatrics. I don't see his name on this site. Any reason why? I'm doing two weeks Optifast pre-op so running out of days right now. Pretty nervous though but I've learnt so much since discovering this site. I agree its great to see the way everyone is so supportive. Well done! SusieP
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Not sure if this has been posted before or not, but this is probably the best article that I have read since having surgery. http://www.bariatriceating.com/2015/03/why-everything-in-moderation-is-bariatric-baloney/?utm_campaign=Everything_In_Moderation_Support&utm_source=Facebook&utm_medium=Social&utm_content=3-10-16 Prior to surgery, I thought that I would be able to be an "Everything in Moderation" kind of person, but knew right away that that would never work for me.
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My 8 wk diet ends this week. Scared...
Rosey posey replied to Raynbolite's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Thanks Babb's my point of reference for such will hit at holidays, since I'm still pre-surg but I'll take it to heart. And To Rayolite you're a shining star to those coming into Bariatric land. Keep on keeping on *Rosey Posey Sent from my S55 using the BariatricPal App -
I went through the Kaiser Options program as well. As much as I am not a fan of Kaiser in general, for their bariatric pre-surgery stuff they are awesome. I hope you got to do the classes... I hope all goes well with you. Also, keep in mind that at every stage of this journey we all have something to learn from and to teach others so don't be a hesitant to post. Your voice is valuable now, too. Peace
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Overwhelmed & feeling uncertain about all the food changes?
woo woo replied to Hugs :)'s topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
We do it like @@JamieLogical described. I don't expect my husband to follow the same diet as me, nor do I think that would be fair if the tables were turned. There are literally thousands of bariatric friendly / low carb recipes available for free on the Internet and many many cookbooks as well. Do some research, you will be pleasantly surprised at the variety of tasty foods that will be available to you, even after surgery. -
February 1st, I see a nutritionist not associated with the Bariatric Program at UPMC Magee Hospital. February 11, I go to a Bariatric Support Group meeting (not required) February 23, I go to the first of five or six Bariatric Classes to meet insurance requirements. February 24, I attend the first of 12 weeks of Healthy Lifestyle classes (not required) February 24, (later that same day) I have my initial Consultation with Dr. Carol A McCloskey who will likely be my surgeon Also, I am signed up for the UPMC Body Changers program (not required) but the February schedule won't be available until tomorrow.
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Ordered some protien drink samples
LeticiaHuggins replied to Crkrjax76's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
If you order through Bariatric Advantage you can use validation code KAISER and it will knock you cost down by 20% and also give you free shipping. You don't have to be a kaiser patient. Well Im sure they would like you too.but they never question you for you medical information. ~Leticia **SW: 259**PreOp: 216**SURG: 3/21/13 **Discharged @: 221**4 days post op: 211** -
I got my surgery date! May 26th! Now I have a question- Optifast 2 week diet
ellieschad replied to cindyt's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi everyone. I'm starting the same adventure. May 26 Date, go for my pre-op info on the 6th. Very nervous and try to research all the info I can. Would like to stay in touch and know what apps are being used for tracking. I found one caloratio that was developed by a bariatric surgeon. Has anyone tried it? -
Finally sent in to BC for approval...WAITING!!!!
Blund replied to Blund's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
NikkiD, I called BC a few weeks ago to ask how long the pre-service review took and they told me 5 days max. (REALLY??!!) When I told the surgeon's bariatric coordinator she made a face and looked like she didn't believe it either. I guess I feel confident, since I was told by 2 different BC people. And it IS BC of California. Maybe they have a big pre-service review dept since everyone and their brother wants cosmetic and/or WLS!!! lol ;D (I live back in Michigan now, but my DH still works for his CA company and thats why we have CA ins.) Lets hope its true!! -
Afraid to go to psyc appointment
Baggio replied to Long2BFree's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I had mine today and was a little freaked out too. I really enjoyed it. I took basic question tests and then we talked for about an hour about my habits, support system, have i thought this through that type stuff. I felt really great when I left having one more person confirm I was doing the right thing for me. In fact she told me a couple of times she was very excited for me and hoped I would keep in touch with my progress since she specializes in bariatrics. -
Yes there are nutritionists who specialize in bariatrics. Your doctors office would be a great place to ask for recommendations.
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My wife has been in Dr. Davis's program since the first part of this year. We have Aetna and they required the 3 month program along with medical records from the last five years, a letter from her primary doctor, etc. Unfortunately, Dr. Davis's office has not been much help in this process. His office staff seems overwhelmed. Basically, my wife gathered all of the info they needed and gave it to them. They have botched the internal process every step of the way. Dr. Davis has changed office managers and other key employees at least once this year. The change didn't seem to help. They consistently assure my wife that things are being taken care of (like submitting the paperwork to Aetna for final approval) only to find out a couple of weeks later that they have done nothing. It's very disappointing that Aetna has chosen Dr. Davis as the only bariatric doctor in the Houston area. I am sure they wouldn't be happy with his performance if they knew. His whole program is very impersonal. The patients get treated like a number from day one. It seems that the entire goal of Dr. Davis's office is to process patients through the system (mental health visits, nutritionist visits, & all the other things required by insurance) in order to get them approved rather than really creating a program that educates the patient on what they need to know pre & post surgery. If you use Doctor Davis I believe he probably does a good job on the actual surgery but everything else about his practice is greatly lacking. You'll need to do your own research to equip yourself properly for the aftercare program. If my wife had a choice she would take her business elsewhere. Repeated calls to Dr. Davis's office to resolve these issues fall on deaf ears. It seems he doesn't really care if he has a disgruntled patient or loses one here & there. After all, he's got a line of 'em out the door waiting to get in. Its kind of like Wal-Mart losing a customer....so what, who cares? There's more where they came from.
