reeniemay 64 Posted August 5, 2016 Same here, really no problems. I've kept everything down, no dumping (haven't pushed it) so excited about the future!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tosha-248 21 Posted August 5, 2016 I just found out my doctor's office did not submit my paperwork yet and they had it since 8/1/16 Sent from my LGLS992 using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shelbys mom 70 Posted August 10, 2016 Are there any Michigan sleevers that going through the process I just started went to my seminar at Beaumont schedule all my testing for July 14 Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Henry ford dr. Gawnau consultation 8/31???? Sent from my SM-N920P using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Candygyrl 637 Posted August 13, 2016 @@sassysleeved hey girl, I'm doing good. Some days are better than others in terms of meeting my Protein and Fluid goals but I'll keep working at it. I've had no issues really, just learning to work with the sleeve I have to remember to slow down. I get that lump in my throat feeling sometimes usually when i haven't eaten in awhile. I'm now 6 weeks post op I'm down 29 lbs, I have an appt Monday so im hoping for another 1-2 lbs for an even 30. I started regular foods yesterday so I'm happy! I'm glad to see the Michigan board still going strong I'll be here more often. How are you doing? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Saturn 17 Posted August 15, 2016 Hello! I'm still working my way through the process...... I'll be having my surgery at Henry Ford Hospital with Dr. Carlin. I've completed my blood work, psych evaluation, lost the weight to meet surgeon's goal, met with my surgeon, surgical clearance testing done. I already have the insurance approval. I only need at this point to meet with the GI doctor and get an EGD done. My surgeon said I didn't need to meet with him again before surgery and that I could see one of the nurses to go over everything because I'm on track with everything else. So..... Just waiting. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sassysleeved 20 Posted August 15, 2016 Yes I'm glad the MI board is active. Let's keep it that way! I have hopefully my last weigh in with Beaumont on 8/24. I was approved to meet with the surgeon so that's on 8/29. If all goes well my surgery should be at the end of September! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
melindakreeger 9 Posted August 15, 2016 Had my 1st appt with the Dr. at Beaumont in Rochester last Friday. She said she expedited me seeing the psych dr & to get the results so hopefully I can have surgery Possibly October, if not, November. Really nice office staff. I came in with clearance from my primary care Dr & from my cardolilogist as well as previous testing I've had done. Also, 4 of my family members have had this surgery so I told her I've been ready to have this done & with Medicare you don't have to have the 6 month weight loss under a physician so with all that said she expedited my Psych appt & the results to get from those to her as that is what takes the longest she said. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wonder woman 12 36 Posted August 15, 2016 Hi ladies, I had my sleeve at RO Beaumont with Dr. Krause on March 25, 2016. It's been a little over 12 weeks and I'm down from 215 to 164. I feel great but the mental part of this journey is NO JOKE. I still struggle with the "loss of my coping mechanism"- food. My relationship with food has totally changed (it had to). It's no longer all that fun to eat, it's more of a necessity to fuel my body and brain. Good luck to all of you! That's funny what you say about Rachel- I met her for the first time last month and when she asked me my goal weight, I said 145 (I'm 5"3") and she said, " that's way too low". That's the first time anyone on the ROB team ever said that to me. Anyway, I'm doing me and losing what my body allows, I'm not focusing on a number or what she said. also I went thru the St. Clare Shores Beaumont team for my 6 month diet/nutrition appts. It was closer to my work and easier to go straight there after. I went to RO w/ Krause because that's who a coworker went with and he was pleased. I'm very happy with Dr Krause.Congratulations on your success Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-N910A using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shelbys mom 70 Posted August 20, 2016 Hello! I'm still working my way through the process...... I'll be having my surgery at Henry Ford Hospital with Dr. Carlin. I've completed my blood work, psych evaluation, lost the weight to meet surgeon's goal, met with my surgeon, surgical clearance testing done. I already have the insurance approval. I only need at this point to meet with the GI doctor and get an EGD done. My surgeon said I didn't need to meet with him again before surgery and that I could see one of the nurses to go over everything because I'm on track with everything else. So..... Just waiting. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Im also going through HF. I have dr. GANAW. how was the consult with Dr. Carlin? Mine is 8/31. Im excited bet nervous. Sent from my SM-N920P using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
even11 27 Posted August 20, 2016 Hi Everyone! Im scheduled for the sleeve September 23rd with Dr. Hawasli. I feel comfortable with him as my surgeon but I am self pay so he is performing the surgery at the Dearborn Surgery Center to keep the cost down. He brings is own surgery team with him there. Anyone have any experiences here? Sent from my SM-N920P using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Saturn 17 Posted August 20, 2016 Hello! I'm still working my way through the process...... I'll be having my surgery at Henry Ford Hospital with Dr. Carlin. I've completed my blood work, psych evaluation, lost the weight to meet surgeon's goal, met with my surgeon, surgical clearance testing done. I already have the insurance approval. I only need at this point to meet with the GI doctor and get an EGD done. My surgeon said I didn't need to meet with him again before surgery and that I could see one of the nurses to go over everything because I'm on track with everything else. So..... Just waiting. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Im also going through HF. I have dr. GANAW. how was the consult with Dr. Carlin? Mine is 8/31. Im excited bet nervous. Sent from my SM-N920P using the BariatricPal App It was great! I really liked him. Very easy to talk to. The 31st was my original appointment with Dr. Carlin but there was a cancellation and since I was done with the pre req stuff they asked if I wanted it. My friend and coworker had Dr. Genaw years ago. She said he was awesome! Funny and so down to earth. Did you write your letter of intent? How about your food journal? I have an appointment with the GI Dr. on the 30th. I hope I can get the EGD done soon. I feel like that's what's slowing me down. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sgc 538 Posted August 20, 2016 Hi Everyone! Im scheduled for the sleeve September 23rd with Dr. Hawasli. I feel comfortable with him as my surgeon but I am self pay so he is performing the surgery at the Dearborn Surgery Center to keep the cost down. He brings is own surgery team with him there. Anyone have any experiences here? Sent from my SM-N920P using the BariatricPal App I had Dr Hawasli and my surgery went very smooth and I have had zero complications. I had my surgery done at St John so I'm not familiar with Dearborn surgery center. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sw87 3 Posted August 21, 2016 @@Ladyt1021 I'm just north of GR. Who was your surgeon? My sleeve is tomorrow!!! How are you doing? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sw87 3 Posted August 21, 2016 @@Ladyt1021 I'm just north of GR. Who was your surgeon? My sleeve is tomorrow!!! How are you doing? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Janey B 28 Posted August 22, 2016 I'm from Muskegon Michigan, I'm having surgery on September 19. 2 week pre op diet starts September 5. I'm so excited to get this done! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites