Richmond California Kaiser? anyone

[lachellove 486]

I'm feeling pretty normal, unless I'm eating something. Not too tired, which is surprising to me. I was even able to run my usual 2 hour support group without feeling like I needed a break. I commute to SF for work and my stomach hurts a little when I get out of the car... That's the worst of it right now. I'm also struggling a little to make myself eat and I'm not up to 48 oz of Water yet, but Im close:). Can't wait to weigh myself, cuz these close are getting loose!

Everyone seems to rave about Dr Baggs.

That's a mellow recovery.. Loose clothes are the best lol never thought I'd love baggy jeans...

[SweetPotato 142]

It feels like a mellow recovery. I've always been a fan of tight clothes, but I like what the loose ones mean:) I didn't expect my skinny jeans to be baggy so fast...

[hlzg1224 0]

I was wondering what kind of bariatric surgery does richmond kaiser generally do? Do they give you a choice?

[heidikate 49]

The Kaiser in Fremont likes the Sleeve the best.

They do Bi pass if needed and rarely if ever to Lap band

[SweetPotato 142]

Richmond offers sleeve and bypass, no lap band. They'll do the duodenal switch for people with a BMI over 60, too.

[hlzg1224 0]

Thank you all for replying, how did you guys decide what one to choose ?

[heidikate 49]

I started out wanting the band bc it can be temporary.

Then found out that there are tons of complications. It can slip, many don't lose all there excess weight, there are more food restrictions and you have to have an access port..

Then I wanted the sleeve and still do.

Less food restrictions later on. Better nutrient absorbability. Less complications if you follow the rules.

[SweetPotato 142]

I went through a similar process. I don't like the malabsorption aspect of bypass, especially since I take daily thyroid hormones. I wanted to make sure that I wouldn't have issues with my pills.< /p>

[hlzg1224 0]

Thank you good to know

[hlzg1224 0]

Does anyone know if kaiser can deny you having the surgery even after being referred? Just dont wanna get my hopes up if they deny people. I have bmi of 42 and have pcos

[lachellove 486]

Does anyone know if kaiser can deny you having the surgery even after being referred? Just dont wanna get my hopes up if they deny people. I have bmi of 42 and have pcos

only time you get denied is if you don't follow thru with their specific requirements. Like the pre op meal plan or if you gain over 10 pounds pre op they are going to think you unable to make the lifestyle changes needed to be successful.

[hlzg1224 0]

Ok good to know thank you ????

[hlzg1224 0]

Did anyone have to have documented proof of trying to loose weight within the last 2 years?

[ready2droppounds 40]

I didn't @hlzgl224

[hlzg1224 0]

Im so excited tomorrow is orientation ????