Jlkhollins

I just sold my three year old draft cross mare (horse) because I couldn't get my weight under control and get her trained. Her potential was going to waste because I couldn't stop eating. I am looking forward to buying another horse this summer and actually being able to ride and train again!
Jennifer

I just sold my three year old draft cross mare (horse) because I couldn't get my weight under control and get her trained. Her potential was going to waste because I couldn't stop eating. I am looking forward to buying another horse this summer and actually being able to ride and train again!
Jennifer

It really varies by insurance. But, I have Anthem BCBS and I was approved in 24 hours.

I struggled with the same decision, except it was the lap band verses RNY (this was before the sleeve was popular). I really wished I had listened to my surgeon and gone with the RNY. I've had the lap band in place since 2008 and have had nothing but issues. When a fill is done my stomach becomes irritated and the stoma (stomach opening) swells shut. This usually last a week and I am lucky to get down 8oz of Water per day. I used to be a stomach sleeper and can no longer sleep on my stomach because I can feel the port digging into my muscles. Oh, and did I mention the lack of weight loss? I can't eat the foods I am supposed to eat (lean Protein, veggies, fruit) because they get stuck. But the foods I'm not supposed to eat (anything processed) slides right down.
So, I would go with the sleeve. Hands down. And in fact, I am....on January 29.
Jennifer

I struggled with the same decision, except it was the lap band verses RNY (this was before the sleeve was popular). I really wished I had listened to my surgeon and gone with the RNY. I've had the lap band in place since 2008 and have had nothing but issues. When a fill is done my stomach becomes irritated and the stoma (stomach opening) swells shut. This usually last a week and I am lucky to get down 8oz of Water per day. I used to be a stomach sleeper and can no longer sleep on my stomach because I can feel the port digging into my muscles. Oh, and did I mention the lack of weight loss? I can't eat the foods I am supposed to eat (lean Protein, veggies, fruit) because they get stuck. But the foods I'm not supposed to eat (anything processed) slides right down.
So, I would go with the sleeve. Hands down. And in fact, I am....on January 29.
Jennifer

When I had lap band surgery I was back teaching summer school (middle school) after a week. I am planning on returning to work after the revision surgery after a week as well. I think it is doable as long as you listen to your body, pace yourself, and remember to drink drink drink during the day. It can be easy to get distracted at work and forget to eat/drink regularly.
Jennifer

Everyone seems to have hit on all the things really... but my list for the sake of science...
1) Getting tired walking 20 feet.
2) Sweating!
3) The judgmental looks. Hate that people think they know so much about me based on one data point.
4) Bathroom "issues"
...and lastly... I'll still fly First Class (I'm a CEO, it's how I roll) but maybe I'll actually ENJOY it for a change!

Thank you everyone!! I am starting to get excited. I just booked a post surgery vacation in the Dominican (in May) and am excited that I will be in better shape and on my way to health! Happy almost January!

Thank you everyone!! I am starting to get excited. I just booked a post surgery vacation in the Dominican (in May) and am excited that I will be in better shape and on my way to health! Happy almost January!

Thank you everyone!! I am starting to get excited. I just booked a post surgery vacation in the Dominican (in May) and am excited that I will be in better shape and on my way to health! Happy almost January!

I am a band to sleeve revision and just received my surgery date of January 29th. I have already adopted the pre-op diet because I was sick and tired of being run down all the time. I already feel 100% better...I can't imagine what the next few months will bring. I am scared of the added risk that comes with a band to VSG revision but I am placing my faith in Dr. Schroder (Richmond, VA) who is renowned for the revision surgery in this area. Good luck to everyone as the journey begins!!!!
Jennifer

I am a band to sleeve revision and just received my surgery date of January 29th. I have already adopted the pre-op diet because I was sick and tired of being run down all the time. I already feel 100% better...I can't imagine what the next few months will bring. I am scared of the added risk that comes with a band to VSG revision but I am placing my faith in Dr. Schroder (Richmond, VA) who is renowned for the revision surgery in this area. Good luck to everyone as the journey begins!!!!
Jennifer

I am a band to sleeve revision and just received my surgery date of January 29th. I have already adopted the pre-op diet because I was sick and tired of being run down all the time. I already feel 100% better...I can't imagine what the next few months will bring. I am scared of the added risk that comes with a band to VSG revision but I am placing my faith in Dr. Schroder (Richmond, VA) who is renowned for the revision surgery in this area. Good luck to everyone as the journey begins!!!!
Jennifer

So, I've jumped through all the hoops for the last two years in order to qualify for revision surgery. First, i had Atena and for the life of me could never qualify. Then, I changed jobs and landed back with Anthem Keycard (the insurance I originally had when the band was placed in 2008). I went back to my surgeon (Dr. Schroder, Richmond, VA) and started the process again. Nutritional eval, psych eval, PCP approval. And, within 24 hours of the surgeon's office submitting the paperwork I was approved for a revision from Lap-band to VSG. I received a letter from Anthem stating that my surgery date is 1/27/2015. My surgeon's office told me they would notify me when my surgery date is. Does anyone have any experience with the the letter that is sent by the insurance company and if this is your actual date? I don't know whether to get excited (YAY only a month away) or still wait patiently for the surgeon's office to call.
Jennifer