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The threads I've been reading are mostly the reason that I only post HERE (vet's forum) and in the Regain forum. All the others I don't really spent too much time in, but once in a while I will respond to some question about pre-op diet or exercise...I've really noticed a huge difference in the forums overall since I had surgery 2 years ago. It seems that MOST of the people that were posting back then are gone. There are still some (like y'all) still here and I'm so grateful. I'm coming down from a terrible re-gain cliff and working hard to get back on track.
yes, I have to agree. I wonder if the insurance reforms that have happened in the past couple years have loosened the requirements for some states/insurance companies? Maybe these folks have different requirements than we did, and possibly WAY fewer requirements such as psych, nut etc???
THINGS THAT MAKE YOU GO HMMMM.....

She was my surgeon for my extended Tummy Tuck and breast lift with augmentation almost 5 years ago after I lost 90 pounds on my own. I am scheduled to go back to her for a spiral thigh lift in September now that I've re-lost the weight with my sleeve and will have been maintaining for a year at that point. I'll be happy to answer any specific questions I can about her and the Beauty Care Recovery House.
I love Dra. Cardenas as a person. She is so genuine and easy to talk to. She tells it like it is, but not in a harsh way. She doesn't really sugar-coat things, but she has a way of putting you at ease about them. It's a very good quality in a surgeon. She is also, obviously, VERY skilled and does amazing work. When I was in the recover house, she came and checked on me every single day. And even once I went home, she continued to follow up with calls and emails for probably a good two months at least. She also spoke directly to my PCP for my follow-up care.
There is a new recovery house now, so I don't know how the new one is set up or what the current staff is like, but the care I received when I was there was fantastic. I had nurses there 24/7 to tend to my every need. In the first couple of days, that was HUGE, because I couldn't even use the bathroom by myself. They helped me with literally everything. They were so loving and caring too. I honestly got really attached to all of them and was hugging them, and crying when it was time for me to leave!
The recovery house was also great with my food. Even though this was before I was sleeved, I was a VERY picky eater and provided a hugely long list of foods I didn't like or wouldn't eat ahead of time. They prepared all my meals within the guidelines I provided. The fresh fruit was AMAZING. I know that there is now a Bariatric Surgeon working out of Dra. Cardenas' clinic, so I am certain they can deal with bariatric patient food requirements without issue.
Please let me know if you have any specific questions and I will do my best to answer them. Just keep in mind it will be 5 years in August since my first round of plastics there and I won't be back until September, so I might not have all the answers.

Why would she need to delete the thread? It's not like she tested positive for cocaine or something.

166.3

I just had my three month check-up and the doctor said that around 1,000 calories is just about the "sweet spot". Any less, and your body will hold on to your weight as it goes into starvation mode.

I just had my three month check-up and the doctor said that around 1,000 calories is just about the "sweet spot". Any less, and your body will hold on to your weight as it goes into starvation mode.

Close to the same starting weight as you. Surgery on 12/16. Down almost 50 lbs. Would you mind sharing some details on your journey? Like when did the loss start slowing down? How long, and often were your stalls?
Would appreciate the insight

Weight today: 168.1

I just had my three month check-up and the doctor said that around 1,000 calories is just about the "sweet spot". Any less, and your body will hold on to your weight as it goes into starvation mode.

Close to the same starting weight as you. Surgery on 12/16. Down almost 50 lbs. Would you mind sharing some details on your journey? Like when did the loss start slowing down? How long, and often were your stalls?
Would appreciate the insight

Today: 171
Challenge goal: 155

Today: 171
Challenge goal: 155

I don't see my name yet, but I would really like to join! Thanks for setting this up!

I'm in! Thanks!!

I'm in! Thanks!!

I am very, very late to the challenge, but would love to finish off the month with you all.
As of today, 179.4.
My goal for the month is to hit 170.
Exercise goal: At least 5 days a week, minimum of 40 minutes of cardio at a time.

December 16th at Swedish in Issaquah for me

December 16th at Swedish in Issaquah for me

December 16th for me????

Yep. I had them both at the same time. It was good. Practically no pain. No complications.

Why would she need to delete the thread? It's not like she tested positive for cocaine or something.

Why would she need to delete the thread? It's not like she tested positive for cocaine or something.

Why would she need to delete the thread? It's not like she tested positive for cocaine or something.