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[LatteMadonna 25]

Dr. Thomas' office. There was a computer in the exam room and after my consultation with Thomas, his nurse put the psych eval quiz on the computer. It took maybe 15 minutes and was $50. Consultation was $150.

[MK1986 78]

Dr. Thomas' office. There was a computer in the exam room and after my consultation with Thomas' date=' his nurse put the psych eval quiz on the computer. It took maybe 15 minutes and was 50. Consultation was 150.[/quote']

did u use the met, slidell, or covington office?

[LatteMadonna 25]

Covington office, but had surgery in Metairie at Crescent City Surgical. Great facility.

[MK1986 78]

Covington office' date=' but had surgery in Metairie at Crescent City Surgical. Great facility.[/quote']

Thanks for responding!

[LatteMadonna 25]

Sure - ask anything.

[MK1986 78]

Sure - ask anything.

Do remember your psychs name?..lol they gave me a list of psychiatrist but none of which are in the office.

[LatteMadonna 25]

I didn't have to see one - my eval was on the computer. But I do see a nurse practitioner at Life Net in Mandeville on 190.

[MK1986 78]

My surgeon is Dr Thomas' date=' but he is in the same group as Lavin. Best of luck to you.[/quote']

Do u remember how much your surgery was? My ins pays all but 10% ...just trying to get an estimate

[LatteMadonna 25]

No problem. It came to $13,800 for me, self pay.

[lovietobeme 45]

I am in the Houma area and from my fist call to my surgery date which is Feb 6th is has been one month! tThey are amazing!

[MK1986 78]

Danielle P was my advocate. She was great and got back to me quickly when I called or emailed.

Hi Danielle what was the post op diet like? How long were u on liqiids?

[LatteMadonna 25]

Hi Danielle what was the post op diet like? How long were u on liqiids?

I had Clear liquids for a few days, then yogurt, creamed Soups, then full liquids - full liquids is anything that is a liquid at room temp - so applesauce, yogurt, Italian ice. I got tired of sweet things. Mushy foods were hard for me bc I love a crunch. Now I'm at week 7 and my nut says I can have almost anything (no steak, drier meats for four months). I chew a ton. You will know quickly what your stomach doesn't like!

[MK1986 78]

I had Clear Liquids for a few days' date=' then yogurt, creamed Soups, then full liquids - full liquids is anything that is a liquid at room temp - so applesauce, yogurt, Italian ice. I got tired of sweet things. Mushy foods were hard for me bc I love a crunch. Now I'm at week 7 and my nut says I can have almost anything (no steak, drier meats for four months). I chew a ton. You will know quickly what your stomach doesn't like![/quote']

Oh ok...i was going to a wedding a few weeks after surgery and wanted to know what to expect. Thanks

[lovietobeme 45]

If you want to come to Houma my Dr is Dr Schwab and my entire process was one month! I called for information on Jan 5th met with the surgeon on Jan 10th did my phyc eval, meet with the NUT, sleep study, and got my paper work from my PCP within the next week and a half and they did EVERYTHING let me know where I needed to go and when. I just got sleeved yesterday an I feel amazing! I am in my own huge private room with cable and free wifi happy as can be!

[heavensray 18]

lovetobeme,

I started my process early this week and was told to expect approx 1 month for surgery from my appt. I started with a doctor in New Orleans but I live closer to Houma... What was the name of the doctor that completed your Psych eval? The doctor in New Orleans that was recommended is holding up the process since she won't be able to see me until the 18th. Also, where did you do your sleep study? If I can speed those two things along, I may be able to have everything done as planned!! I may also look into switching surgeons to complete my process in Houma if it doesn't mess up the process that I've started! Take care and wish me luck!