First Doctor Visit Soon - How Long A Wait Is It From Then To Surgery?

[MaribelNYC 0]

Hi,

I will be having my first visit with the nutritionist and surgeon and will also have a physical done that day, The appointment is in 2 weeks. I am excited and nervous at the same time. Can anyone tell me how long after this first visit it would take for the surgery? I am having the Lap Band done. I've been a little worried because I am thinking about the excess skin once the weight is lost. I have been reading posts here that some people have surgery for this to be removed. I don't know if I'd be able to afford this; I'd probably have to have some kind of payment plan. I know I am getting ahead of myself but I am just thinking and would like some feedback. What should I expect this first visit?

[B-52 7,113]

A lot will depend on what your insurance requires, and what your surgeon requires.

[honk 780]

The time between consult and surgery can depend on whether your doctor wants you to loose weight before surgery. Mine wanted 10% body weight loss.

I have lost 160 pounds (pre and post surgery loss) and on have loose skin under my chin. I do however have another 70 to loose.

[flab u less 45]

Do u have insurance? Where r u from? I am self pay in CT

[highland 168]

I was a self-pay so it was really quick! I had surgery 1 month after my initial visit. Good luck!!,

[coachshalyn 17]

I have very good insurance, so they respond pretty quickly. My surgeon's requirements were extensive. It was like the medical clearance Olympics. I completed all the following in 5 weeks

With a lot of running around: pulmonary Dr., upper endoscopy, psychological, nutritionist appt., cardiologist appt with EKG., ultrasound, blood work, attendance at a lap band support group, and follow-up with surgeon. All well worth it! Now I need to get pre-surgical testing from the hospital, final clearance from my primary doc and consent from surgeon within 1 wk of surgery.

[MaribelNYC 0]

Thanks, everyone. I am in NY and have straight Medicare