You'reGonnaHearMeRoar

Hello everyone, Just relocated to Henderson Nv, in hopes of having the gastric sleeve. My old bariatric doc insisted I have the band instead of the sleeve, but that's not something I want to do. If anyone can recommend a good bariatric doc in my area I would truly appreciate it. Also if anyone knows of any bariatric support groups or walking groups/buddies in the Henderson area, Please let me know. I should have all of my(husbands new job) new insurance info sometime this week. Thank you;)

Northern Nevada

Thanks everyone for all the help. I think I'm going to go with my gut and cancel my surgery. I'm going to look for another surgeon who will do the sleeve. After all my Neurologist cleared me for sleeve. This is so frustrating, but I really don't want to do something that I may regret later.

I'm seduled Sept 23rd for lapband surgery. My doctor is believes it's the best surgery for me, being I have Ms and the meds I take. However, I had my heart on getting the sleeve. I'm freaking out now because I keep reading all the horror stories and problems associated with the lapband. I cannot seem to find to any positive post regarding the lapband. I'm seriously thinking of canceling my surgery. I'm getting so frustrated and don't know what to do at this point. Would any of you conside lapband, if the sleeve was not an option? Or would you call off surgery?

No. I'm still waiting to have the sleeve because my new insurance said I had to do a six month medical supervised diet. I've recently completed everything they required. My old ins a few years back only covered a portion of the cost so I switched ins because I couldn't afford it. Since Jan, I've had two ms relapses and had to go on steroids. My doctor now is saying that I might do better with the lapband, instead of sleeve. My papers have already been submitted to ins comp however he said he may have to amend it. He's going to talk with my neurologist regarding my ms meds(Aubagio) and get back to me on mon. I'm still hoping to have sleeve. My neurologist already wrote a clearance letter.

Still waiting to hear from insurance company. Had another check up today and I'm down another 9lbs;) So I started at 279 and weighed in at 245. I it's 34 total. I lost more because I've been doing mainly liquids because I thought I'd hear back from insurance company already. Not craving to much because I'm also having soups;) Doctor said he still might have to change to band because of all my Ms meds. I hope not because I don't want the band. I've heard one to many horror stories. I also know what goes in must come out. lol Having multiple surgeries does not sound appealing. Once I get the ok, I will have to stop all my meds for at least 2 weeks before surgery. I want to stop now because office already gave me a surgery date for Aug, but Doc said not to until I hear back from insurance. I'm getting a little Frustrated and a little nervous. I keep having to remind myself that I'm almost there. Still have my Figures crossed that everything goes well;)

You're going to do great!! Sending happy thoughts and good vibes your way! We'll all be rooting for you tomorrow! You've got this! Please keep us updated!

I finally have a surgery date. It's August 25th, however I'm trying not to get my hopes up to much, because I still need approval from my insurance company. I've finished all of my testing and just need my pre-op blood work done. My surgeons office also said after approval if any other dates are canceled they may move my date closer. I'm trying not to get to excited but I have been rocking a huge smile all day;) Fingers crossed×

Wow! 70lbs! Thats awesome! I definitely have had similar thoughts. My family and friends have noticed my weight loss, but when I look in the mirror I don't notice it as much. Hopefully that will change after surgery. What insurance do you have? Mines bcbs of Ga(live in nv)?

Thanks so much! I'm really excited;) And yes, I did the six month supervised diet at my surgeons office. Basically it was just meeting once a month with his nutritionist. I had to weigh in and review what I was eating. I also had to get a letter from my PM Doctor clearing me for surgery.

I was approved for surgery(by office) in January, only to find out that my insurance required a six month supervised weight loss program. The past six months have just practically flown by. I've finally completed my doctors program! I'm just waiting to here back from my insurance. Hopefully I will be getting a surgery date soon;) I had to go on steroids twice(ms flare up) during the past six months, and still managed to lose 15 additional lbs! I can't wait to finish this journey;)

Great Job;) You look Amazing!

Are you having any pain?

Congratulations! What you're feeling is completely normal. You will do great! Stay positive! Think of how your life is going to change. It's a Kickstart to a longer healthier life. Please Keep us updated on your progress;)

Congratulations! Please keep us updated on your progress;)