newbie making progress

[BetterNai88 54]

I faxed in my new patient packet to the surgeons office on this past Thursday, I received a call same day saying they received it and would be sending it to insurance for pre approval and I would hear something back in about a week. Well today (2 business days later) I got a call that the pre approval has been granted by my insurance and my 1st consultation is next Tuesday. I'm excited and nervous and have started to jot down questions.

[Cupcake 801]

DonnaiA. That's great news, have you decided on the procedure you want yet, thus is an exciting time and congrats on your decision to be healthy .

[BetterNai88 54]

Cupcake Thank you so much. I have done the research and compared the bypass and sleeve and have decided to go with the sleeve. I'm excited and nervous but finally came to the realization that I can no longer do this on my own and need a tool to help me jump start my journey towards a better and healthier life.

[Cupcake 801]

DonaiA I was torn between the two and started out wanting the sleeve but decided to yo with the bypass because I do like sweets and this will prevent this . I will be having my procedure done at Henry ford in Detroit , and I smile so ready for this and have great support. I look forward to reading about your progress .

[BetterNai88 54]

Cupcake that's awesome do you already have a date? I will be going through Dr. V and Southeast Bariatrics in Charlotte, NC. My mother had the bypass done 2 years ago and has done excellent with her loss and maintaining and a good friend of mine had the sleeve done last year and is doing awesome also. I know ultimately the choice is mine but I'm interested in hearing the procedure my surgeon suggests.

[Cupcake 801]

DonnaIA I will not get my date until a March 5/14 when I meet with the surgeon unless there is a cancellation, they have a long waiting list. My doctor is dr. Carlin at he works at a state of excellence center in Detroit at Henry ford .