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I moved this from pre-op to post op based on some good advice there----I'm trying to find out who has lost 100 pounds or more. Also, who was your doctor and how far out since surgery are you? Also, what was the doctors personality like? Last part, how long did it take you from intake to surgery date? For these question, Im mainly looking for responses from people who have had surgery inside the United States. The reason why Im asking is because now that I have insurance, its time to pick a doctor. I want a doc that has a proven track record for success, and not from reviews on their website, but from real live people on the boards. I do know that I will have to also extensively research on my own, but Im trying to find out who has worked for YOU! Im hoping that I get LOTS of responses! I am on here EVERY day and hope you all can guide me in the right direction! Thanks in advance!!

Hey azquilter-- how much weight have you lost? Thanks for giving me that info, I will look into Dr. Welle. Is he from AZ?

First, a little about me... I am a 28 year old woman in North Carolina. I have the ability to go absolutely anywhere within the US as Im a certified travel agent. I also understand that the majority of weight lost mostly comes from the patient, but I have noticed a trend. Alot of times (and hear on these boards) I see that people who share the same surgeons are closer to the same %of weight lost. BKmama-- I do agree that asking about complications and mortality rates would be beneficial, but thats been done on other threads.Also, I know that majority of the work is on the patient, but thats why I want to hear the success stories about patient as well as doctor. I believe that with the help of this surgery, I will be among them. Im willing to do the work. As far as insurance, I have United Healthcare which only requires a 5 year weight history from doctors (which I already have).

I'm trying to find out who has lost 100 pounds or more. Also, who was your doctor and how far out since surgery are you? Also, what was the doctors personality like? Last part, how long did it take you from intake to surgery date? For these question, Im mainly looking for responses from people who have had surgery inside the United States. The reason why Im asking is because now that I have insurance, its time to pick a doctor. I want a doc that has a proven track record for success, and not from reviews on their website, but from real live people on the boards. I do know that I will have to also extensively research on my own, but Im trying to find out who has worked for YOU! Im hoping that I get LOTS of responses! I am on here EVERY day and hope you all can guide me in the right direction! Thanks in advance!!

anybody??

Thanks!! I appreciate the info!!

Thanks anyway!!

I will be starting a new work at home job on the 25th. Benefits start day 1. YESSS!! I got the email about the benefits today and called the provider. The benefits are UHC choice plus. I called them to find out if they cover the sleeve and they do. The only requirements are a 5 year weight history and my out of pocket maximum is $3333( I know, right?). They also offer a FSA for up to 5000 bucks. So, I have two questions: If I get the FSA, can I use that to pay my deductible and expenses up to my out of pocket max/ 2.) Can I get weights from emergency rooms or does it have to be more substantial? Thanks everyone in advance!!!

Probably so. I have two kids and a steady job. I think i may be rushing things a bit. I also get student balance checks in the fall, but my health is deteriorating all of a sudden. my knees are swollen and hurt, my feet are swollen all the time, its starting to hurt getting out of the bed. I just dont want this situation to get any worse. I dont know what to do....

I know. I have been talking on the phone with Dr. Kelly, who is who I really want to get the surgery with. I just need the cash.

I have no idea how to go about doing this. Every place I know wants a credit check and that screws me. Well, I do have good news anyway... My insurance does cove the sleeve but i have a 5000 deductible and then they pay 70%. Does anyone know of some of the least expensive places to go?

I desperately need to get this surgery done. I just bought a home and have no money in savings and a low low credit score (around 550). I dont have anyone that can cosign this loan. I work 50+ hours a week and am lost. Is there anyone that knows of a place that I can get a loan at. I am even willing to put my home up as collateral. Im at the end of my rope. I talked to Dr. Kelly and am good to go except for the money. What the heck do I do now?? Thanks anyone for taking the time to read this...

Hey Afro_Cyster, One thing that you may want to look into is work at home jobs. They probably are hiring alot in the HR area to do phone interviews and hiring and firing and such. Look into workplacelikehome.com or ratracerebellion. Those 2 are good places to start. The company I work for just hired an HR person I think.... Well, good luck!!

Thank you so much. Im going to your profile now!!