Slight Freak Out

[Chaotic.Silence 0]

Haven't actually posted yet, and figured I should because I want to strangle a pillow or something ._.

I went to two seminars over the past couple of years and officially met with my surgeon in like... May I think. He got me started on the 6 month nutritional visits and resigned after the first month so I started meeting with his partner. I was supposed to have my last visit before everything goes to insurance to be approved 2 weeks ago, but they canceled and scheduled me for this coming Friday. Just got a call that he resigned now. He's the last one in that building so now I have to find another one. So been crying and kind of freaking out a bit. Trying to calm down and convince myself that this wasn't the bad thing I've been dreading after letting myself be positive and happy for once.

I just have to keep reminding myself that it doesn't change how far I've come so far, and my biggest fear is having to start all over and be disappointed again. I started at 321 lbs, and that surprised me. I hadn't used a scale in years and I never thought I got over 300. Right now I'm at 271 and I guess I still don't see a difference. I know I haven't been at this weight since early in high school at least, so I feel like I've done something at least. The other problem I have is my father and sisters hate that I want to get the lap band and they try to talk me out of it at every opportunity. This forum helps, even if I haven't posted before. Just reading so many perspectives and hardships and successes reminds me that I can do this.

So yeah... I basically used this post just to get everything off my shoulders. Also, if anyone has read this far I have a question. Do I need to lose another 10% after the 6 month nutrition class things, or do they count from when I had my first meeting? Maybe it's a dumb question.

[Corrigan 75]

If you have the chance, find a ACS Center of Excellence. I guarantee they won't flake out on you.

They have the best, most comprehensive program you'll find anywhere. I had my surgery at one

(Cedars-Sinai) and I've never had better care anywhere. I came away with no pain or problems

of any type. Even if you have to drive a bit, You're going to have this the rest of your life, so you

might go with the best. Whatever you choose, good luck.

[Dulci 108]

Usually the 6 month supervised diet is a requirement of the insurance company, not the surgeon. Get a complete copy of your medical records from the clinic/dietitian so you will have the documentation of meeting the 6 month requirement.

I agree with Corrigan's recommendation to find a Center of Excellence in your area. Centers of Excellence must meet a lot of specific criteria regarding the surgeon's experience with performing bariatric procedures and they must have a comprehensive program.

I can only imagine how stressed you must be feeling. Relax, find a surgeon at a Center of Excellence and continue on your journey to good health.