Should I?..Do I have to?

[CheleLynn45 615]

@HalloweenBaby24 $125 for a follow up visit?? I didn't pay anything at my first follow up at 2 1/2 weeks and I have my next apt on Dec 30th. If anything I should only have to pay my copay which is $35.

My appt on Dec 30th is with the NP and I really like her. She listens, she is involved and I do not feel rushed. I have had no issues really either but I do think the follow up is important.

It's sad that some on here seem to have great docs and others not so much. Some have great support and some nope. It is great that there is a place like this where people can go and share and ask and advise.

I am 7weeks post op and I am on here basically everyday. I try to offer advice and encouragement when I can.

I am glad to hear your aren't having issues that is great!!!!

Edited December 16, 2014 by CheleLynn45

[vincereautmori 323]

My surgical group calls for 2 week, 3 month, 6 month with bloodwork and finally a year with bloodwork. They said as long as there were no issues and weightloss is on target, see ya in 3 months. If I do develop issues or begin to struggle there are support group meetings I could go to. I hear you though, every month, especially when you're paying for it, that's a hardship and maybe not necessary.

Best of luck.

I meant to add, are there support groups nearby? Could be helpful if you need it.

Edited December 18, 2014 by vincereautmori

[Wendyfm 494]

It is three weeks, four months, eight months, twelve months,eighteen months, two years and then yearly for me. I see a Nurse practitioner and a nutritionist each time. I believe it is blood work at four, eight, twelve and then two years and yearly after that. I did miss my four month check because of car problems, so messed up my cycle.

[kikicoates78 220]

I would say not monthly. I haven't seen my surgeon except 2 weeks PO. Won't see him again till 3m PO. Then he want 6m and a year. We will see if I need to keep those ones. Lol

[kikicoates78 220]

Your PCP can also do your routine lab work. Mine does it anyways. Not just for WLS.

[vincereautmori 323]

Your PCP can also do your routine lab work. Mine does it anyways. Not just for WLS.

They are supposed to keep up with labs, to be sure there are no nutrient absorpton issues, mine does them about every 6 months.