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Here is a link to one Restaurant Card. I've used mine on several occasions to have a glance at the children's menu, but usually just end up ordering a regular meal and eating it over the next day or two. Most of the stuff on the kiddie menu is way too bad for us!

http://www.wlscenter...aurant_card.htm

I've heard that some people received a card that you can give the waiter that will allow you to order smaller meals or off the kids menu. Where did you get this card....from your Dr or your NUT? I didn't get one and wanted to ask about getting one. Thanks.

I have several tops, bottoms and suits available to give away to a person or persons needing gently-used clothing. Some items are from Nordstroms. All items are laundered or dry cleaned and ready for use. They will be donated to charity soon if there are no takers from this forum. If you are from out of the area and are interested, I can ship if you pay postage!

Treat yourself, or a loved one, to a new look.

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Thanks!

I had a terrific time today sharing similar experiences and gaining new insight into what lies ahead (great stuff!!). It was wonderful meeting you Sophia, Pam and Peggy. Thank you so much for taking care of the tab, Pam! I am looking forward to our next get together and a "smaller" picture! Hope more other sisters can join us!

Thank you again for uniting us!

Hello All,

I am new to this forum, but I wanted to post this about Kaiser's option now for plastic surgery for WLS. I understand the copay is about $3,000, but well worth it for removing the "overhang." Here is a website explaining the differences between panniculectomy and abdominoplasty and what insurances will/may pay for based on the surgeon's coding. Check out your insurance options, especially if you have Kaiser. As a previous anesthesia manager there, I have seen several panniculectomies performed.

Suture for a Living: Panniculectomy vs Abdominoplasty

I've lost almost 35lbs,I'm trying to lose more and maintain all at the same time.

First of all, congratulations on your weight loss:thumbup:. The more you lose the happier the surgeons and anesthesiologists are.

Armed with the knowledge you are getting now, along with your "nurse knowledge," you already have a terrific head start over many who will not receive this information that Kaiser provides you (although many will argue that too much knowledge is not a good thing!).

Yes, I too am a nurse, and Dr. Tanaka has already stated that I will be giving him trouble :thumbup:. As a patient many times in the past, I hope that I will not be grumpy and that any pain issues will be resolved promptly and effectively. (From what I've heard from other Scripps Mercy Hospital WLS patients, the nurses there provide excellent care, especially for bariatric patients.)

Nonetheless, do continue to hang in there and follow your diet plan. The time will fly by, and soon you will have your date. Don't expect it to be very soon after Pacific Bariatrics calls you, however. When they called me, they asked when I wanted my surgery (this was in August). When I said early the following month, I was told my surgery wouldn't be until after September 15. They called back again later and told me it was scheduled on September 27. Perhaps with additional hospitals onboarding to do these surgeries for Kaiser the wait will be less for you!

Please continue to write and privately e-mail me if you wish. I'll be posting about my surgical experience soon!

Take care to all.

I'm going stir crazy. I haven't really told anyone at work and I finally convinced my family to support me in my choice of the sleeve (their all skinny and kept saying I can lose the 100lbs on my own) and their on board so lets get to it. I found out I will be losing my gallbladder as well (was trying to avoid that)but whatever. So first thing October 4th I will be calling (that day will be the 21st day)to see when the sleeve day will be. I am so confuse why I have to wait so long Kaiser has already sent the authorization letter and all the docs cleared me that day. Can someone help me understand why such a delay? I would appreciate the feedback to help me stay sane. Thanks sleeve family:scared0:

Hello NewMe2Bee,

The old saying, "patience is a virtue," applies here. I started the ball rolling for the VSG at Kaiser Fontana last November, finished the 12 week Options class on May 24, 2010, and am scheduled for the surgery through Pacific Bariatrics on September 27, 2010. It's been a long wait, but well worth it. Please don't despair; there are huge numbers of people waiting for this surgery, and the more time you have to wait leaves you more time to research your options and make sure this is what you want and truly need.

As you've probably read, there are so many people who go in for this surgery totally unprepared for what to expect. But remember, any bariatric surgery is a TOOL -- not a solution -- for our weight loss. It is up to us to follow the instructions we have been given in order for us to be successful.

As an aside, Kaiser is expanding their bariatric program. People can have Kaiser surgeons perform their WLS at St. Bernadine's (in San Bernardino) and, when the Kaiser Fontana reopens with its new facility in 2013, WLS will be provided there. :001_tongue:

You will get your call from Pacific Bariatrics within the time indicated, and they will follow up with you every step of the way. Hang in there!!