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Everything posted by shellnsons
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Is it True Trish will not be working with Dr. Kelly??
Has anyone heard this? If so, what is the reason..want to know before I give her the down payment for my surgery..
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Dr. Kelly Nov 7th! Questions...
Still deciding between December or November...
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Kelly, Aceves or Alvarez
This is a great thread..I made my mind of to go to Dr. Kelly...Please PM me if you went to him to tell me your experience I am so nervous...I have the money for the down payment but I can’t seem to pick a date trying to decide if I should go before Thanksgiving or After…I just know I want it done this year!!
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How much did you pay as a self-pay?
What is the story on the Dr. Kelly Death this was in June correct? Death can happen with this surgery with any Doctor...
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Dr. Kelly Nov 7th! Questions...
How many days are you taking off work?
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Dr. Kelly Nov 7th! Questions...
You and I are in the same boat...I need to pick a date I have the down payment for Dr. Kelly...Ladies what are you going to do for the holidays Thanksgiving, ect...
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Muscle Milk Banana Creme flavor
I am still in my preop phase is muscle milk lactose free?
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Kaiser in Maryland - DMV
Deevah Marlow heights is not too far from me...Is the meeting for Kaiser patients only? What room you can PM me if you like...thanks a bunch
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Revival Soy Protein Shakes Anyone?
thanks will do
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Revival Soy Protein Shakes Anyone?
Hello has anyone tasted Revival Soy Protein Shakes? If so, how is the taste do you continue to drink them after your sleeve? I have not been sleeved yet just looking for some greate tasting shakes...All input welcomed. Thanks
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What to tell people why I am out?
Butterfly agreed. I don't have to tell them anything and I wont! Thanks for your input
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Should I sleeve or Not to Sleeve
Thanks guys I appreciated your feedback...decided to go with the sleeve after doing my own due diligence I am going to be a self pay as well...I just really want to get rid of my diabetes. I am on insulin three times a day. I have been working out real hard so my numbers can be low and I also eat low carb meals. I went to the doctor and asked why I am not loosing any weight and he told me that insulin puts on weight..SAY WHAT
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What to tell people why I am out?
To be thin you are so right Lady!! I will deal with my HR department ONLY in submitting my paperwork and will not go into detail with them either...I will get my doc to write up the paperwork...I work with some petty, catty women and I just do not want the negativity....my family is so judgmental...as well....I know my rights!! I do not have to go into details...Thanks ladies you have helped me a lot
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What to tell people why I am out?
Kelly & Soon Great answers if they ask detail which I hope they don't I will tell them I had hernia repair....Thanks guys...My supervisor is very nosey and wants to be the caretaker of everyone in the dept but she also runs her mouth so I do not feel comfortable telling her at anything..just that I am having surgery..I know it is against the law to ask but she can be persistant..Ugh! LOL
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What to tell people why I am out?
Hello, what reason did you guys tell your coworkers or certain family members why you would be out of work? I do not want to tell them I am having the Gastric sleeve... Note: I have some family and co-workers who would research if I tell them I am was having a certain type of surgery they would want to know what kind...I just do not want certain people in my buisness. Any feedback would be appreciated. Thanks
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Mexico of bust!
THanks Kelly I just read your story and it has put me at ease with my choice of going with Dr. Kelly. YOu really gave details it was a great read.
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To Sleeve or Not to Sleeve
thanks Indy the band is not an option
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Kaiser in Maryland - DMV
Not sure yet I would love to have it at the end of the year or the beginning...I have to save the money $5700 not including air fare...Dr.Ramos is in Mexico.. Edited to add my insurance will not pay for it so I am a self payer..
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Gastric Sleeve Surgery Incision Picture If You Want To See...
cant see pic hun
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Kaiser in Maryland - DMV
Not with Kaiser but I wish you the best. I am also in the DMV area thinking about going to Dr. Ramos...self pay
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I'm worried! Am I progressing too quickly?
Sunny it's going to be okay everyone is different I would love to hear your experience with Dr Ramos I am planning on going how much did Trish quote you? you can send me a pM. thanks
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Mexico of bust!
What was the price range I was quoted 5700 by Trish she said they had a price increase but it includes the up grade....confused on what to do
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To Sleeve or Not to Sleeve
Hello guys I am hearing that you do not loose as much weight with the sleeve as you do with the Duodenal Switch. Is this true? what made you choose the sleeve out of the other surgeries...Honest Thoughts? thanks
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Should I sleeve or Not to Sleeve
Thanks J for your response...The band is no longer an option for me..trying to decided between the Duodenal Switch or the sleeve... How much weight did you loose with the sleeve? Was it slow? I know everyone is different...
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I need an excuse but not a lie
Honey you do not have to tell anyone unless you don't want to.....tell her you will start again next week you are having stomach problems..