Jump to content
×
Are you looking for the BariatricPal Store? Go now!
$99 Yearly Supply Alert! 🌈 "1 per Day!" Bariatric Multivitamins

New Jersey DS members

Bama2012

Recommended Posts

Bama2012    76

Bama2012
Posted

Anyone recommend a doctor that can assist with my blood work so I know what Vitamins and supplements to take? I am having trouble finding a metabolic doc.

Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Share this post

Link to post
Share on other sites

Bama2012    76

Bama2012
Posted

Hello where in NJ are you?

Sent from my SM-N920P using the BariatricPal App

Hi I live in North NJ in Westfield Union County

Share this post

Link to post
Share on other sites

Missayisha    5

Missayisha
Posted

Ok cool my daughter's Dr.just referred her to one she's in Summit. They sent her paperwork and she filled it out and sent back waiting for an appt. That's how they work here's the info let me know if this helps.

Lissette Casas

Database Coordinator

Weight and Wellness

Main (908) 522-5794

Share this post

Link to post
Share on other sites

Bama2012    76

Bama2012
Posted

Excellent thank you so much!!! Is your daughter post op or pre?

Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Share this post

Link to post
Share on other sites

Missayisha    5

Missayisha
Posted

Sure anyway we can help each other. Neither she went to the seminar with me but once she went to her Dr. for the referrals to start pre op she advised her to try their program first because she's still young. I'm pre op for the sleeve, who was your dr. for your surgery?

Sent from my SM-N920P using the BariatricPal App

Share this post

Link to post
Share on other sites

Bama2012    76

Bama2012
Posted

Sure anyway we can help each other. Neither she went to the seminar with me but once she went to her Dr. for the referrals to start pre op she advised her to try their program first because she's still young. I'm pre op for the sleeve, who was your dr. for your surgery?

Sent from my SM-N920P using the BariatricPal App

Thank you, I used Dr Bilof in Millburn at Garden State Bariatric . I chose the DS over the sleeve and he has a lot of experience with the DS procedure.

Who are you currently seeing for your sleeve and when do you think you will have it?

Share this post

Link to post
Share on other sites

Missayisha    5

Missayisha
Posted

Dr. Paragi in West Orange, he's affiliated with Barnabas Health. Garden State doesn't accept my insurance. I just started the process my first appt was June 24th I did my bloodwork and chest xray today. I see the Cardiologist Wednesday and the Nutritionist the 26th for the first time, I have to see the Nutritionist 3 times for my insurance. I got my pulmonary appt the end of Aug because I have rem apnea and asthma so I figure sometime in Sept he'll schedule me if all goes well so far the office is on top of things and every Dr. comes to his office I don't have to go around to get things done which is convenient.

Share this post

Link to post
Share on other sites

Bama2012    76

Bama2012
Posted

That's great not having to run all over like I did. I just had my procedure done June 8th. So far so good very minimal pain and going on a month. If I can help answer any questions about anything don't hesitate to ask. Nice too meet you. My name is Trever

Share this post

Link to post
Share on other sites

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now
Go To Topic Listing Duodenal Switch Surgery Forum

  • Trending Products

  • Trending Topics

  • Recent Status Updates

    • Lizette1122

      Lizette1122

      Anyone had the TORe procedure? How did it go? How much weight did you loose? 
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • LadyVeteran1

      LadyVeteran1

      Sleeve surgery is on April 14th.  I am counting the days!!  Can't wait!
      · 3 replies
      1. Brookie2shoes

        Brookie2shoes

        Me too girl!! Are you in the full liquid diet right now? It’s sooooo hard!

      2. LadyVeteran1

        LadyVeteran1

        Not yet. I was told I only have to do 24 hours of a liquid diet. But I have my pre-op tomorrow so I’m going to confirm if I need to do longer.

      3. buildabetteranna

        buildabetteranna

        Your so close now! It's gonna be great :) Wishing you a speedy recovery and looking forward to seeing how it goes!

    • buildabetteranna

      buildabetteranna

      Down 33 lbs and slightly stalled, but I'm gonna reevaluate and push through. I started back to work last week after 2 years of being disabled due to mental health as well as my weight. It's a great job and I'm just so happy to have this opportunity at a second chance at life. Hope everyone is having their best journey ❤️ Together, we got this!
      · 2 replies
      1. DaisyChainOz

        DaisyChainOz

        Great work Anna! Keep it up 😁

      2. buildabetteranna

        buildabetteranna

        Thank you ❤️

    • Bashbee91

      Bashbee91

      Hey guys new to the process looking forward to this new life. 
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • Bugg

      Bugg

      Hi everyone! I’m brand new here. I just went through all my pre-op requirements per my insurance company and now everything has been submitted and I’m just waiting for final approval and my surgery date. I’ve been doing research, watching YouTube videos, TikTok’s, ect.. trying to prepare my mind and what to expect so I’ll be ready for the surgery. I was so sure and so set and so ready and excited. However, now that I’ve done everything & it’s almost here, I am sooooooo scared! I know why I want it bc I’ve tried everything and I just don’t feel like I can lose weight by myself. I’m tired of being overweight my entire life. I’m miserable, but I keep psyching myself out afraid of GERD bc I know how that can be and I don’t want to have to get a bypass after already gaining the courage to even get VSG. I’m scared of complications like I’mgoing to regret doing it and be depressed that I didn’t just be more disciplined and try again to lose the weight on my own even sitting here typing this knowing in my mind i just can’t and don’t possess the discipline. I’m also afraid I won’t be able to handle the restrictions of the sleeve. What do I eat? I don’t know how to eat healthy really and don’t enjoy healthy food. I don’t know how to do this! I feel so defeated!Someone tell me they felt anything similar to this or am I not ready? I thought I was. I am so tired of being sick and tired and so tired of myself and so tired of being stuck and stuck in this body and somebody different on the outside from what I feel inside. I just want to ball up and cry.
      · 1 reply
      1. stevieoriole

        stevieoriole

        Am feeling this right now. My surgery date is 4/1. Sign the consent tomorrow. I feel like I overloaded myself with too much info, too many opinions. Got to the point where I was wondering if I should do this. Then I thought of my reasons for taking this step and that settled my nerves. Still get moments of doubt but am striving forward. Am just going to follow my book from the surgeon. Joined this because I was told by my dietician that I should do this for support

  • Recent Topics

  • Hot Products

  • Sign Up For
    Our Newsletter

    Follow us for the latest news
    and special product offers!
  • Together, we have lost...
      lbs

    PatchAid Vitamin Patches

    Bariatric Forums

    For Patients

    Health Professionals

    Search Surgeons

    Bariatric Surgeons: Want to research a weight loss surgery surgeon? Enter their last name below to start!

    ×