phoenix area

[diamond girl 2]

Anyone

[okletsdoit 1]

Hi I live in Glendale. Would love to buddy up.

[Sherry S 103]

I'm in the Surprise, AZ area, pre-op for Scottsdale Healthcare Dr Blackstone.

[okletsdoit 1]

When is your surgery?

[Sherry S 103]

No date has been set. I want the sleeve but Medicare says its on a case by case basis. It will pay for the RNY and band. Other states medicare pays for the sleeve but AZ is one of a few states that might not. Medicare will pay if the pt is under 62 for the sleeve.

[BIG PROBLEMS 1]

Had nightmare effects from Gastric Bypass in Phx. Dr. Alan Newhoff/ Dr Simon. I live in Prescott

[okletsdoit 1]

How are you doing now?

[Susysleever 265]

Dr. N? I had a friend that took care of his pts. post op in hosp (good sam?) walking on day 1. He has retired.

[Ladyzigs22 1]

I'm a newbie and I'm here in the NW Phoenix area. I had surgery about two and a half weeks ago I'm on day 19. My surgery was February 17th done by Dr Juarez. At St Luke's Medical Center. Would love to be a part of the support group.

[bravobentley 55]

im in mesa! would love to be a part of a support group begining stages first appt with surgeon this thursday i have medicare

[Sherry S 103]

1. I'm by Surprise. Had my surgery Feb 17. Doing really well.

[Ladyzigs22 1]

I'm by Surprise. Had my surgery Feb 17. Doing really well.

I too had mine on Feb. 17. I'm doing good too. Here is to learning to do things in a slow.

Take care

[Susysleever 265]

Hi Bravo. I'm in Mesa. No medicare. Going to tj aftet I get my ssdi backpay. I will probably qualify for medicare but I don't want to wait that long.

[Purple Iris 14]

Hi Everyone!!! I live in Chandler and am waiting for insurance approval. I'm working with Banner Gateway in Gilbert and Dr. Podkomeni. Dr. Pod recommended bypass for me because I have acid reflux. I'm pretty sure surgery will be in April at this point as I have to do a 2 week liquid pre-op diet.

Would love to hear from others about your experience with the pre-op diet and what Vitamins you are taking.

Good Luck to everyone!!!!!

[AshleePage 65]

Hello! I'm in Phx as well. I'm currently jumping through all of the insurance hoops & hope to have surgery in August!

Until then, I'm just trying to prepare mentally & physically.

Testing Protein Powder & learning to chew more.

Wishing you all success!