Louisiana Sleevers?

[DanaInNewOrleans 513]

I'm from Jonesville, La. And I used Dr. Charles Bellows in new Orleans. I was sleeved on 8/23

How are you doing Shan?

~Dana

[mjrevel 101]

Dr. Norwood did my surgery on 08- 08. He is excellent. So far so good. His diet is stricter but I'm okay with it . I'm from Monroe.

I've had no problems. I have followed Dr Norwoods diet plan and it's working great for me . I started at 251 I was at 237 survey day and today I'm at 223.5 I'm so happy and feel ten years younger already.

[Newbeginning 12]

Hi I'm from Denham Springs and had surgery 8/13/12 by Dr. Andrew Hargroder at Woman's Hospital.

All is well. Getting stronger every day!!

[DanaInNewOrleans 513]

I've had no problems. I have followed Dr Norwoods diet plan and it's working great for me . I started at 251 I was at 237 survey day and today I'm at 223.5 I'm so happy and feel ten years younger already.

That is great! Congratulations! I cannot wait -- I'm chomping at the bit. November can't come soon enough.

[daniele160 20]

Hi!

My name is Jenny' date=' and I live in Denham Springs, La. My insurance (Humana) covered my sleeve at 100% so I was limited as to where I could go. In the Baton Rouge area I would find a Surgeon, but then the hospital they used was not "hospital of exellence". So I had to go to Layfayette which was a pain (the drive to and from), because it was a 8 month process. I used Dr.Chu, and she is great and REAL. I've only seen her twice. Once for a consult, and once the day after my surgery. Of course I saw her during my surgery but I wasn't awake for that. I'm a little disappointed that no one has called from their office to see how I am doing. I had my surgery on Thursday, June 28,2012. I think the real star of the show at that clinic is Kate Roundtree the Nutritionist!! I love her and she has helped me so much. I feel like I can ask her anything. Just yesterday I emailed her a creamy blackbean Soup recipe and she looked it over and oked it for me. Love her! Because I just recently went through this surgery I'll be happy to answer any questions. I had a wonderful experience, have experienced no pain and am so ready for some mushy foods!! I would love to have a close to me support group if anyone is interested.

Jenny[/quote']

Hi Jenny.

I am from Livingston and am waiting for a date for my surgery right now. I'd love to have a local friend to visit with!

[daniele160 20]

I live in Livingston! <img src='http://www.bariatricpal.com/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/smile.png' class='bbc_emoticon' alt='' />

I am in Livingston as well, but have not yet had the surgery.

[DanaInNewOrleans 513]

Hi Jenny.

I am from Livingston and am waiting for a date for my surgery right now. I'd love to have a local friend to visit with!

Hi Jenny,

I'm in Mandeville (Northshore of New Orleans)....I'm hoping for surgery in late November....

~Dana

[GeauxForIt 659]

Well, Aetna has the paperwork from my surgeon, it's all "peniding" and now the agonizing wait is ON in earnest.

GEEZ, I think I'll go crazy waiting!!!!!!

[shanbutler 15]

Im from west Monroe and Dr Charles Bellows in new orleans did my surgery on 7/25/12. So far no complications and I feel great. 20 pounds lost so far after surgery. 112 lost before surgery.

Did dr. Bellows leave some stitches on your incisions? I go back the 18th so I guess he will remove them then but scared my incisions will be closed up. I am having to wait 3 weeks instead of two to see him because of the hurricane

[shanbutler 15]

How are you doing Shan?

~Dana

I'm doing good, still have some sort of pain in my right side but will ask next week what it's from. Other than that I'm great. May I was 258 and today I'm 221. Good luck on your surgery.

[shelly31167 1]

Mawtam we are in the same parish!! LP!!

I'm LP too!!!

[shuhnaynuh 142]

Ladies of Livingston we need to get together for dinner! Doesn't matter if you're sleeved or not-- will give us all the chance to talk about it

[Michelle66 5]

I was approved today! Yea!! Tentative surgery date of 10/9...waiting on the Ok from my boss. If not 10/9, it will be 10/23. I can't wait!

[GeauxForIt 659]

Great news!!! I'm jealous...still "pending" for me! >

[daniele160 20]

Ladies of Livingston <img src='http://www.bariatricpal.com/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/smile.png' class='bbc_emoticon' alt='' /> we need to get together for dinner! Doesn't matter if you're sleeved or not-- will give us all the chance to talk about it <img src='http://www.bariatricpal.com/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/smile.png' class='bbc_emoticon' alt='' />

Agreed! My date is scheduled for 10/31!