PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

Has anyone selfpayed for gastric bypass in the states if so can you recommend a good doctor that won't break my bank? Sent from my SM-G928T using the BariatricPal App

They just told me I'm anemic and started me in supplements. I am so bummed because I just got approved by insurance Friday. They said anesthesia won't put me under til my levels are normal. Does anyone know how long it could take I've never been anemic before!!!!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Got my preop labs back today. They are mostly within normal range (my cholesterol ROCKS, by the way -- but I'm definitely anemic. I won't hear back from my surgeon about this until Wednesday, most likely. Just wondering if anyone else encountered this issue preop? I'm 3 weeks out from surgery...

My surgeon only ordered chest -X-ray, labs & EKG. I wonder if this is enough?? He feels like it is. Anyone in a similar situation ? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Does anyone have Medicare insurance? If so would it cover? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I went and saw my surgeon for the first visit yesterday. He was amazing. I have been looking at the sleeve. I am a type II diabetic and high cholesterol. I started at 202 and bmi 37 with 2 comorbidities. I have been an insulin for more than 3 years and struggle to lose a pound. My Dr. recommended the I do the Bypass not the sleeve because of my diabetes and how it would more likely reverse it compared to the sleeve, I am nervous about this. I am researching it now. I will have all my check off complete for the Dr and insurance on 2/2. He will be requesting approval for both then I will just need to tell him which one I want to do. Do any of you have input on this…

Okay everyone my insurance company received my paperwork which was confirmed to me today and I'm just waiting for the phone call saying its been approved. I feel positive and I'm remaining prayerful that it will. So keep me in prayer that it will be a yay and not a nay. I have Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield NY Sent from my SM-J700T using the BariatricPal App

"Pity those who dig their graves with their teeth." Sent from my SM-G930V using the BariatricPal App

I'm so confused... the scales at every doctors office I go to are so different that I can't tell if I'm losing, gaining, or staying the same! Family doctor: 216 Week later at bariatric clinic: 206 3 weeks later at Psych doctor: 220 1 week later Pre-op hospital testing: 220 5 days later at bariatric clinic: 209 Seriously?? My bariatric doctor says just go by their scale... but WHY are most places all weighing me so differently? Another thing: Why does my bariatric doctor measure my height at 5' 4" (which I thought I had been since I was 15) but the hospital measures me at 5' 3" and at home I measure 5' 2.5"?? Why do some.plaves measure with shoes on and others …

..today everything was submitted to my insurance they told me 7_10 days I should have my date!yesssss progress starts in the mind

Hello All! I was just wondering if anyone could provide me with information about the first couple of appointments with the doctors. I am going for my first appointment on January 16th to speak with the doctor, dietician, financial advisor and psychologist. I'm lucky that I get to meet with all of them at once instead of having to go back a bunch of different times! I'm not going to lie I am a little overwhelmed with having to meet all these people, but so excited to start this process. I was hoping someone could share their first appointment story so I could know what to expect and what happens after the initial consultation. Will there be a follow up appointment t…

Was wondering if there were any women doctors preforming Bariatric surgery or if you do please put name in United States or Mexico.

So I have my 3 hour appointment with the surgeon, dietitian and the coordinator .. I have to travel about 1hr 1/2 to about 2 hours to go to my appointments .. so I have been staying with family .. and we are a family that social eats .. laugh have a blast.. and my last appointment was last week so i have 1week to lose something and my family also loves to sabotage me .. I do understand I don't have to eat it but is it worth the mental guilt and fighting that comes with it . And everyone I talk to especially family is why are you doing it .. your healthy and you hold your weight great and even the lady at the orientation looked at me and check me out and said how much do…

Hi everyone! I am 3 weeks prior to surgery date of February 8th and I am starting the Liver Shrink diet meal plan. Are there any good suggestions for recipes so I don't get bored with it. Also, is there anyone else who has done this diet and found a good way to satiate cravings for carbs? My nutritionist says we can have a small baked potato with meal but no butter or sour cream... but I hate plain potatoes. Any good suggestions on what I can substitute for it? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Today's PostOp visit went well Lost 27.8 lbs . She said my pain level won't be so severe being that I have lost weight before surgery. The hospital called me today the nurse said I have to be there at 6am on the 24th and I am the first procedure of the day which I am happy about rather be first to get it over with Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I had my first visit with my surgeon today . I was surpised to learn that I don't have to have the endoscopy, and no pre-op diet. I was also surprised and concerned, when he said I need a ct scan of my stomach because I have had high blood pressure from such a young age. He mentioned quite a few things that could cause it, but, of course the only one I heard was tumor. Has anyone else had this issue? Oh, I have a surgery date of June 14!!!! Sent from my SM-G930T using the BariatricPal App

My surgery is scheduled for next Tuesday. Dr. Jay Long at St.Vincent's E in Birmingham, AL is doing my surgery. I'm excited and nervous both. Sent from my TBQG1084 using the BariatricPal App

My gastric bypass surgery is tomorrow. Despite doing a lot of research, being in therapy, and having a supportive family, I'm tremendously nervous. This is normal, I'm sure, particularly since I have never had surgery of any kind before, but still, I woke up early today and couldn't get back to sleep. Too scared. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I have recently seen people who have medical ID bracelets after WLS. Most common I have seen are "No Blind Intubation", and "No sugars or NSAIDS". Are these common? My doctor hasnt said anything about it. Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App

Anyone else going through the classes at Kaiser ? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I have contacted a Gastric bypass surgery Dr. And haven't Hurd nothing yet. I was wondering if you can get approved on Medicaid. I have blue choice? Can any one help.? Thanks I have high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes on 2 different medication for that. Sent from my SM-G935V using the BariatricPal App

Has someone lost more than 100lbs??. In how long?Ok so i went to see my primary physician and we were talking about my trachea and the secretions.. I did tell him that i was just so ready to get this out. Ive had it for 4 months and its been ok but i prefer to get it over with.. I currently weigh 470. I didblose almost 100 being hospitalized. And he said that he wont take it out till i lose 300lbs.!! Im soo sad.. I thought it was going to come out at my first 100lbs.. Which i expected in 3 months max..he said no that was unrealistic the pro to this is that i dont have to deal with the sleep apnea machine.. Soo bummed.in how long do you guys think i will lose 300lbs?? Ple…

Dang.....had an endoscopy before the holidays; don't remember the results. Doc said she called in a Rx, but my pharmacy for some reason didn't get it to me. I went to my appointment today thinking that I was going to get a surgery date.....I instead got handed 2 Rxs for ulcer meds. I've got to take them, then have another endoscopy BEFORE I can be scheduled! ???????????? At least the doc is hopeful that I'll be able to have surgery AND be healed enough to go on my cruise the last week of April 2017. Sad tho ......was hoping to join the LOSERS BENCH sooner ???????????????? Sent from my SM-G935P using the BariatricPal App

First let me start by saying I live in Alaska and our options for Bariatric surgeons is not the most abundant. I believe there are only two Doctors that do the procedure and the reviews/word of mouth on the two of them is not the greatest. After searching for what seemed like forever, I've decided to head to Seattle to the Northwest weight loss clinic in Everette. I will have to make two trips one for the consult and one for surgery. I just bought my tickets and will be flying down Feb 6th for the first 2 appointments and I will get to pick my surgery date before I leave . Is any one else flying out of state or has flown out of state for surgery? How long did it take afte…

Hi. I am (hopefully) having sleeve surgery in June, 2017. I have NEVER eaten well. I have ALWAYS lived on carbs. Pasta, pizza, breads, Cereal. I eat VERY little fruit and the only vegetable I like is corn. I guess that is how I got to this point. My question is, will I be able to be successful? I WANT/NEED this so bad. I will do my best, but I am so afraid I'm going to fail. Was anyone else as bad an eater as me and was able to change and be successful????? Sent from my SM-G930T using the BariatricPal App

I am so excited. I got my referral from my pcp this morning. Going to seminar the 25th. I am so ready to get some help with all these chronic health problems. After all my research, my biggest concern is my age. I am 65, but maybe I will feel younger once I feel better and not like pillsbury dough girl. This cold has really been getting worse, along with the diabetes. Will be on here to share my trip and share yours with you. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Hello everyone! I am new and wanted to introduce myself. I am almost 45 and having surgery in Mexico on December 18Th, 2015. I live in Beaverton, Oregon and I am looking for support groups in my area. Any and all advice will be looked at and considered! Thanks you!

I started my research by looking up which hospitals and doctors accept Aetna. I found an Aetna Bariatric Center of Excellence within a few miles of my house. I googled each bariatric doctor in my list, looked at their websites, watched some of their youtube videos and researched their credentials. I found a doctor who I liked, my appointment went well, the staff was very nice and they've been very organized. The doctor assured me he's done "thousands" of these SVG surgeries. He's also been rated as one of "NJ's Top Doctors" for the past 8 years in a row. Everything sounds good at this point. But still, I do wish I could find an independent source that could confirm…

What did you bring to the hospital? Is there anything that you bought for home use that made you recovery better? Thanks in advance. Sent from my SM-S920L using the BariatricPal App

Ok so my insurance Aetna says no Net gain. I am almost 10 pounds from my starting weight, but afraid I gained 1 or 2 pounds for my last weigh in today. I still have a loss of 8 pounds but will the 1 or 2 pounds gain hurt me?

Ok, I received a letter approving a hospital stay. Is that the only letter that comes, or did I miss one. I see some received a letter stating the exact procedure. How do I know if i have to do any other requirements? Sorry if I sound stupid but I'm so confused right now. BUT WAS EXCITED TO SEE APPROVED!!! I was like, we'll why would they approve a hospital stay, if they didn't approve it. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G928A using the BariatricPal App

I'm new to all this and just wanted some insight. I have my final nutritionist appointment on the 31st. I was told after that i will be scheduled to meet with surgeon. I was just curious what goes on at that appointment and how long it typical takes after that to get in for surgery? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

My doctor said yes starting all my appointment. Now bcbs has to say yes. Ugh I hope they do... ❤

I noticed on Aetna's policy topic about bariatric surgery that it says "no net weight gain". What exactly does that mean? I am going to a nutritionist and I have been twice. I gained 3 pounds. Not sure if it was water weight or what but it was 3 lbs higher than my first visit. I am concerned because the scale at the surgeon's office had a completely different reading also. Can anyone provide some clarity on this subject?

I was told by my surgeon today if I don't get 64oz of liquid pre day I'll end up back in the hospital. It just feel impossible right now I'm 5 days out. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hi my name is Karen. I am 36 years old and my husband and I are going to be getting the sleeve done sometime in August. I can not wait to get started on this journey. Does anybody know if there is a snapchat or anything about people's journeys Sent from my SM-G935P using the BariatricPal App

Hello all, I am supposed to have Lapband surgery next month (waiting on cardiac clearance), but I am stuck between lapband and the gastric bypass (no final decision has been made as to which one I want yet). Initially, I was aiming for the bypass, but changed my mind because of the drastic weight loss it causes. I am currently 222lbs with hypertension and I am wondering how much of a drastic change it would be if I considered doing the bypass as oppose to the band? Any feedback would be appreciated. Thank you. Sent from my SM-N910T using the BariatricPal App

I was supposed to be in a 2 weeks liquid diet. I have failed.. I was told by my surgeon one day is ok but i ate thu. Fri. And today(on thu 2 quesadillas, friday tilapia w steamed veggies, tosay i ate some Beans with somebpork skins.. .. How do i resist? What do you guys do? Please help.. I do not want them to cancel mybsurgery which is on friday 1/20.. 2017 get ready for Me!

I have Aetna Choice POS II. After jumping though hoops for three months, my insurance coordinator submitted everything on Monday. Does anyone else have this plan? Are they easy to get an approval from? How quickly did you get your approval? I'm just so anxious about the possibility of getting denied. I can't sleep and I'm overeating. After various diets, pills, and fitness programs and still gaining the weight back, I want my weight loss efforts to actually mean something!

It's only day 4 and I'm starving ! Surgery date is 1/26/17 but I'm Starting to wonder if it's even worth it! These shakes just aren't cutting it. I really want to eat a salad or a nice low calorie dinner. Whyyyyy all liquid! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hello! I'm new on here. In a few weeks from my big date! Anyone else getting SX in February?? I was excited but not I'm all over the place Sent from my SM-G935T using the BariatricPal App

Hello all, How is everyone doing? My lapband surgery is scheduled for February 10th and I'm really nervous and scared. I was thinking of switching to the bypass, but it may be too late to do that since it's been approved already. I'm going to get off topic, but has anyone experienced any negativity from friends, significant others, family about bariatric surgery? That's all I've been hearing from everyone and it's so annoying. My boyfriend, well now ex (as of today) broke up with me because of it. I hope I can succeed through this because I feel like I don't have any support whatsoever. I hope you all are doing great. Sent from my SM-N910T using the BariatricPal Ap…

I am 4ft 11in and weigh 187lbs. I have always worked out (spin, boot camp etc..). I eat healthy and not a big junk food eater. My problem is I have to eat very tiny portions to see any results. Does not even matter what the food is. If it's not a minuscule portion I will not loose anything. I had a trainer for a year and see a nutritionist once a month. I have done Jenny Craig, Weight Watchers etc...It all comes nack to my portion size. 1 cup of anything is too much for me so i have to weight and measure everything. It's been years of up and down and a struggle. Because of my height and weight I qualify for the surgery. The date is set for April 13th. DR. Wants me to loo…

Has anyone gained a lot of weight prior to starting the liquid diet before surgery like did you eat everything that you know you wouldn't be able to eat after surgery? Sent from my LGMS330 using the BariatricPal App

How come I can't see any pictures? Is there a switch I need to set? Sent from my SM-G930V using the BariatricPal App

Hi guys! Hope your all well and relaxing (it's 2345hrs here in Scotland). I start my preop classes tomorrow with a meeting with my surgeon on Friday morning - very excited, terrified and whole jumble of other emotions since this has taken me 10 years working the programme to get to this point. Anyway enough babbling from crazy Scottish person lol I'm making a list of questions for these classes and surgical team and had a good browse via forum for similar topics - I'm just curious if anyone had any major wacky questions to ask but forgot at the time? Wishing you all the best! Fridge Pickers Wear Bigger Knickers ????

.... for authorization to have a consultation with the surgeon. I just finished my 6 month pre op process that is required by insurance and apparently I have to go through 2 authorizations. When I see the surgeon ( if that gets approved) we'll go through everything that's needed to get approval for the actual procedure. So that's kind of a bummer having to go through an approval process twice. Sent from my iPhone

Ok, among a few other things i'm scared about one of the main ones is after surgery. I've read articles where patients who undergo gastric bypass don't report feeling as full as they think they should. With a smaller stomach you should feel full with 4 ounces of drink/food, correct? I'm scared i won't feel that feeling of being full and overeat again, not lose the weight and be back in the same boat. Anyone that can help me shed some light on this?

Hello Pals! Today is my LAST nutrition visit. I have been struggling with losing weight this whole time. My weight has fluctuated up & down but I am 7 pounds down from my initial consultation. honestly, I feel like a failure. I tried REALLY hard but only got 7 pounds down in the end?? smh. Nervous if they will still approve me. Idk what to even say when I step into her office today lol. I guess it is what it is! & proof that I really do need this tool. The struggle is real. How much did your surgeon require you to lose? How much did you end up losing by your last nutrition visit. Thanks for any responses! I will update this thread later with what happened at th…

Ok, i'm sorry but i really need to vent about two things. First, today is day 1 of a 10-day liquid diet and i'm admittedly miserable. I'm at work hating everyone and everything, i know this is necessary and will benefit me long-term, but i really just needed a bitch session. Also, secondly i had sleep study as a pre-op guideline from the surgeon and found out i had sleep apnea, this was Halloween night. I've been fighting to get a C-PAP machine since, if it's not one thing it's another. First it was my insurance, then it was my doctor sending in the wrong forms, or leaving out his first name causing chaos and making the process not run smoothy. At my pre-op, my doctors sa…