kgetslim 7 Posted January 27, 2014 Hey everybody! I have been lurking in the different forums and I have learned alot from you all. Now that my time has come to hopefully join the losing team I want to introduce my self. I'm Ke, 30 years old female and from Louisiana. Tomorrow I will be going to my consultation to meet with the dietitian and surgon. I have taken my first step in the WLS process by finding out my insurance will cover the surgery. My insurance says that with 40+ bmi and a mental health screening the surgery should be approved rather quickly. I know that during the consultation I may have other barriers to arise but I'm covered there as well. I just saw my PCP recently and he recommended me for the surgey. Anyhow, I am super excited right now and cannot wait for tomorrow! I won't be to extreme today. I'll wait to be high strung tomorrow when I can tell you guys how it went. XOXO 4 RJ'S/beginning, is it just me, gmanbat and 1 other reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Beach Lover 1,084 Posted January 27, 2014 Welcome to the forum and good luck with your visit to the surgeon. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RJ'S/beginning 5,358 Posted January 27, 2014 Welcome! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Catherine707 253 Posted January 27, 2014 Congratulations on taking such big steps to a healthier you! Good luck with your appointments tomorrow! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Schmincke 118 Posted January 27, 2014 Good luck tomorrow! This is so exciting. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DestinClair1983 72 Posted January 27, 2014 Welcome to the forum, and I hope everything goes well with you on all your appts Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
is it just me 80 Posted January 27, 2014 Congrats......... And welcome....... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MrsVanderbilt 29 Posted January 27, 2014 Hi Ke! I'm 34, from Louisiana, and my appt is this Wednesday with Dr Lavin in Covington. Good luck tomorrow. Let us know how it goes! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kgetslim 7 Posted January 27, 2014 Mrs V. I've heard great things about Dr. Lavin. In fact I have a friend who had her lap band done by him. She raves his services. Dr. Gachassin in Lafayette will be doing my sleeve. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kgetslim 7 Posted January 28, 2014 Good Morning Folks! Yesterday was my consultation which went well. I was worried that I would be thrown a cruve ball but to my suprise it was smooth sailing. I have the the freedom to be flexable with my surgery date so right now its May 27. I know that seems far away but the way time is flying it won't be long. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
loveelaura 52 Posted January 28, 2014 Welcome! Congrats on making this decision to a healthier life! May will seriously be here before you know it! I started my process in August and was shocked when January came around and it was my turn! Definitely stick around the boards-- you'll learn tons! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
arenea 61 Posted January 17, 2016 Mrs V. I've heard great things about Dr. Lavin. In fact I have a friend who had her lap band done by him. She raves his services. Dr. Gachassin in Lafayette will be doing my sleeve. Hi how was your experience with Dr gacchasin? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JessicaSmith 9 Posted March 7, 2016 Hi Kgetslim! I'm having my surgery with his partner Dr. Eschete on March 15 in Lafayette, but Dr Gachassin in will be assisting him. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites