PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

I got my consultation on November 29th! My BMI is 45. Anyone have experience with WLS and Aetna? Sent from my SM-N910V using the BariatricPal App

I am about 2 months into the program, my insurance requires 6 months and 11 office visits, at least 18 years old, and bmi 40 and had to have been over 40 for 2 years. Has anyone else gone through the whole program and met all the requirements and gotten denied by this insurance? I would be so disappointed! And ive seen posts with other insurances doing that so i was wondering about mine! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Day 3 of pre-op liquid diet and its really hard, trying to stick to it... Surgery scheduled for 11/17. Sent from my SM-N920T using the BariatricPal App

My surgery date is Dec. 8. How do you change the feelings of panic and anxiety to excitement??!!!

Hey, I just switched over to WellCare because the Surgeon I want accepts it. Have any of you started your journey with this insurance or have you already had the surgery? What was the timeframe from the beginning until post-op? Do you have any tips? Please let me know, thank you! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I just started my weight loss journey .i am almost done with all of my pre op test which should be finishing within the next couple of months. If everything goes well I will be having my sergury in March or April. My online class starts in January for 16wk . I am wondering if I should take the class or wait until next semester which starts in June? Any advice. Sent from my SM-J700T using the BariatricPal App

Does anybody have a list of what I should buy for post op? My class is the Sunday before surgery and I don't want to shop last minute Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I hope this pain is worth it lol. Right after surgery i was in so much pain its really hard to sleep. And still today im in pain and can really sleep. Any suggestions???

Yes!!! I'm on my way and to excited... I need my insurance to clear me ( NJ Direct PPO Horizon BCBS) so if any of you beautiful ppl worked with this insurance please let me know your experience. I know they say you have to be a certain bmi Welll you know I'm 5'5 and 281 pounds so yes I think I'm fat enough... lol please don't take me to serious I'm just silly but seriously what should I expect out of this appointment. Okay of course since I'm soooo anxious I registered for 3 post classes yes before the dr. appointment! lol needless to say they were cancelled but okay that's fine it's on after I leave the doctors office....

I'm so pumped, although this pre-op diet is really tough, it's getting the job done! In 6 days I've lost 11 lbs...what a great motivation for myself! Can't wait to see what the band will do for me! My surgery is scheduled in less than 2 weeks. I'm so excited to get this weight off! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Does anyone else have a WLS dedicated Instagram? I'm RebuildingRebecca if anyone wants to add me. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G935A using the BariatricPal App

So 3 days into my pre-op diet, surgery Nov 23rd. 800 calories, I know it is my fault for waiting so long to cut smoking out, I quit having them on Tuesday this week, just bought a pack on my way in to work a few moments ago. Had a half of one cuz i felt like throwing up. But I am so weak and shaky. I come home from work and sleep till the next day. No energy and today I just feel like crying. I am not going to throw in the towel but holy crap is this normal?? I know I sound like a wimp, some one just yell at me and shake me out of this. Me just venting.

I'm schedule for my sleeve on 12/22. Yay! I know everyone is different in how they heal, but I was wondering the likelihood of feeling well enough to leave the house and go over to my parents on Christmas? My husband would be driving me. Thanks! Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-N910A using the BariatricPal App

I have my Webinar with the Dr. tomorrow, what can I expect? Thanks, Megan Sent from my SM-N910V using the BariatricPal App

Im a littleoverwhelmed dont think i can do it......i want this so bad but im letting my nerves get the best of me.????????????????????

Good afternoon Sleevers, I began my journey on September 14, 2016 the day after my birthday. I attended the mandatory class that every Bariatric patient has to go to, I scheduled my appointment with them to meet with the doctor in 2 weeks. In my persistent nature I kept calling them and they were able to see me sooner, I was seen the following week. I met with the wonderful Dr. Neff for the second time (he is amazingly sweet, funny and knows his bariatric business). At this meeting I received a long list of Pre-Screening Requirements that had to be completed. Medical approval from PCP Lab Work (oh the joy! the drama with my veins) Radiology (boy did that juice…

Wow December 28th is surgery day for me. that is unless something comes up unexpectedly and hopefully not. Sent from my LG-H811 using the BariatricPal App

How much pounds have you lost while you were on liquid diet before surgery??? I started my liquid diet today.. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Is anyone from the Central Valley like Fresno or Clovis, California area? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Sooo I'm 4 days away from surgery date and would like to know what should I expect any and everything anybody could throw out there... help.... getting really nervous lol but really excited as well. Sent from my SM-G930T using the BariatricPal App

I am looking into getting the gastric sleeve. My bmi is 39.5-39.7 so I do not meet the bmi requirement but I do have preexisting underlying conditions. I have pcos, osteoarthritis in my knees, migraines, acid reflux, fatty liver, mild mitral valve regurgitation, tricuspid valve disorder, and I am getting checked for sleep apnea. I have tried for years to lose weight with healthy eating etc and due to pcos I can't lose weight. Anyways is there anyone who got approved with a bmi under 40 with some of the comorbidities I have? I really want the sleeve surgery but am worried about being denied. I have bcbs California Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I have been looking into the lap-band procedure since June 2010. I went through the whole process (physicatrist, dietician, wellness) when I found out the my hospital has a max BMI they can operate at. The can't do the Lap band for anyone over 50 BMI. I was then 53. I tried for several months to lose the weight, but nothing worked. I kind of gave up for a while, but then got a call from my surgeon's office in April about where I stood. I told her I couldn't lose the required weight. She had me come in and meet with the bariatric dietician (the first was a general nutritionist). They gave me some pointers and really stressed that I need an exercise routine. So, I…

So I had my gastric sleeve done yesterday at noon After I few unforeseen issues i was given the option of rescheduling I decided to get it done . I was really nervous going in wondering how bad the pain and nausea was going to be . I woke up groggy and in very minimal pain. No nausea! Best was to describe it is sore your abandon is sore . I'm only taking pain meds cuz why not ? But I would be ok with nothing.what hurts the most is my throughly because of the tube . I sore and painful to swallow but seriously other then that this gal feels great ! thank you RWJ hospital Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

My date is Dec 14th, which is the exact date I wanted, I even have photographic proof of my handsome doctor I am a teacher. That gives 19 days off of work. I have to miss the last three days before Winter Break, which is fine by me. He did say that I could go home that day, like outpatient. Which seems REALLY weird. I will think about that some more. I would prefer my bed, but I worry about going home after something so major. We. Will. See. Now to find out the final total I owe (I have to pay $5k Out of Pocket PLUS my deductible) and other stuff. Sucks Big Time. Months ago I asked my Dad for a loan and now it is time to put up. He wanted me to try to diet and exer…

Anyone that's had the VSG have issues with lots of access skin???? What about loosing your booty??? Most of us hope to loose the most in our bellies of course we dont have an option. Sent from my SM-G930T using the BariatricPal App

My surgery is scheduled for next Thursday. I just learned about vitamin patches. What brand/type is best? I need to order it from Amazon so it gets here quickly. Thanks in Advance.

So my surgery is November 21st and my fiance and I were sorting through our closet last night and she was telling me to get rid of all the summer clothes, I seriously started to freak out because I guess I am afraid that I will still need them. Kohls had a sale last weekend and I found 2 size 14 jeans that were only 3 bucks, my fiance told me to get them. I am in a size 18 now, but even then I was scared to get them because I am scared that I will still need my 18's. Needless to say she convinced me to get them and I am happy. But how do you all deal with clothes, do you wait until you're out of that size for good before you throw away, have you bought clothes that you wi…

I will be honest iam starting to get very very nervous today is my surgeon consultation and that means today i will find out my surgery Date !!! Any HELP on how to keep myself from being anxious and nervous .... It's like my brain is so full of every emotion right now from why did i ever let myself get this obese to I'm ready for this new life.... food i Divorce you !! Sent from my LG-H811 using the BariatricPal App

What should I expect? Should I bring anything...Insurance card, past weight loss program documents, referral? I feel this is going to get the ball rolling....just not sure how to be prepared Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App

OK so has anyone used plain unsweetened almond milk for the Protein shakes? I can't stand the texture when I make them with Water, it makes me gag. So is it a big deal to use almond milk instead of water ? It's only 30 cal and like 0 fat. So just curious if anyone else used some forms of almond or cashew milk ? Sent from my SM-T330NU using the BariatricPal App

Thank you all for your support and feedback! Paul12677

I am down to the final appt. For the surgery. Is any having their surgery at Denver Health? As time gets closer I am becoming more nervous. I think I'm in need of a help buddy. Sent from my SM-G920T using the BariatricPal App

So went to the doctor and gained weight due to depo and being off my lasix for 2 months. He wants me 3 pounds under my start weight before surgery scheduling which leaves me 10 days to lose 8 pounds. Started my low carb high fat and Protein diet today and back on my lasix.......anyone have any other suggestions for losing quickly to move on to surgery????? Sent from my VS880PP using the BariatricPal App

Finally confirmed with insurance company that they received all the documentation required for surgery. Now the waiting game begins...I'm super stressed and nervous but at the same time happy it's almost over with. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G935A using the BariatricPal App

So I have an upcoming appointment with my surgeon in 2 weeks before they schedule my surgery. After that they'll call me with my surgery date and I'll have to start my pre-op diet. My pre-op diet consists of 2 weeks of 3 Protein shakes a day and 1 small dinner. Which can consists of 3 oz of meat and veggies or a lean cuisine or smart choice meal. I believe they also want me to start taking my bariatric Vitamins ahead of time. So my question is how much did everyone lose on their pre-op diet. I've heard of people losing like 20-30 pounds alone just on the diet. Any feedback will be greatly appreciated. Also, what kind of Protein Shakes did you use? My doctors o…

Whats everything I can have on a liquid diet is Soups ok?? Im going to be on it for 5 days and how many Protein shakes should I have? Sent from my SM-G920R4 using the BariatricPal App

Yessss! My surgery is Nov. 9th in a little more than 2 weeks also, Nov. 9th is my sons birthday . But due to payroll i chose that date. The surgeons office told me since i have a low bmi i only need to do clear liquids 10 days but i am choosing to do the 14 days. Wish me luck !

The day has finally come. I'm currently sitting in the waiting room at the hospital getting ready to head into preop. I'm so excited and nervous. I've been through such a wild ride so far, and I know it's just beginning. Managed to lose 17 lbs on preop, and 111lbs since my journey began in January. Here's to the new start of the rest of my life! HW: 374. 1/15/16 SW: 263. 11/10/16 Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Okay so I'll get straight to the point. I'm 34 2 kids and I'm 5'5 281 pounds. I've been heavy my entire life but my norm was 180 before kids. But I was happy what should my goal weight be? And if you lost weight and your 5'5 please post pics I would love to see what I may look like under 180. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G928A using the BariatricPal App

I just wanted to know once I have surgery, when is it "safe" to drive? I have to take my nephew to day care every morning. Thanks in advance!!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

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Hi everyone, This is my first post here, I've just started to get the ball rolling and I've decided to go with Dr. Michael France as I have heard nothing but great things about him. I have my initial appointment with Dr. Nancarrow on the 12th of January 2017 and was curious to know how long people waited between that initial appointment with her and their surgery with Dr. France? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Day five on liquid. It is so hard and I am hungry I made the other day and I have lost 5 pounds I hate hope after my surgery that the hunger is it so bad and I can't wait to have real food my niece who has a 15 month old baby took me to pre-register Tuesday and I got to spend time with my great-niece and remembered why I am doing all this I want to be able to enjoy her and see her children please pray for me and give me ideas about the hunger Sent from my VS425PP using the BariatricPal App

So surgery is this Sat. The liquid diet has been OK. The hardest has been smelling really good food as I pass some places. And also not being able to eat Just drink.

I am 7 days out and I was wondering what people did the day before surgery (required by the surgeon or for your own zen) Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I just wanted to say I absolutely love that I am able to be on this site and all the information that you all share.. it's really wonderful..good questions and answers I'm learning so much.,. Sent from my KYOCERA-C6742A using the BariatricPal App

Hey everyone, I'm just in the beginning stages of hopefully getting a gastric sleeve. I have tons of questions and need a BCBS buddy from Alabama!! Anyone willing to help a girl out!!?? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

HAS anyone gained any weight during 6 months nutrition visits that has been denied ? Sent from my SM-G360T1 using the BariatricPal App

So about two years ago, when I started to put on my last 40 pounds. I developed like severe lower back pain. I can't walk long distances without wobbling like a pregnant woman from this pain. My ankles are like in constant pain from carrying this extra weight. Every morning I wake up and wince at the pain, because they're sore from the day prior. I just wanted to see if anyone post- op out there has experienced the same level of pain and discomfort and how are you managing if necessary at all. I'm really hoping that with the more weight loss that it removes a lot of the stress the extra weight has put on my joints. Making it more comfortable. I'm only 23 and I ha…

Second surgeon consult and my insurance rules changed! Lucky me now I have to wait 3 more months. She said she will try and submit it now and see what happens, but most likely I'm looking at Feb/March Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App