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MommaZ

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    For me, it isn't really an option. Had my visit with the vascular surgeon today and he said my surgeon won't do my surgery without it - due to my history. I had a problem with a high number of PE's a few years ago while I was battling Leukemia. I was on Lovenox for almost a year, and will most likely go on it for awhile after surgery. Since the biggest risk of clots is in those who've had them before, and I had such a large amount of them, I'm very high risk. I'm actually a bit relieved, as clots are something I was really concerned about. :wacko:

    But your info is great! And you're so right - it's always best to question and not just go with the flow. I've never heard anyone say they researched an important matter too much!! :)

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    Glad to see there's so many of us on this end!

    I had my 1st visit with the surgeon on 7/11. I've already had my 1st NUT visit and the program required visit with an exercise physiologist. I have a busy August with my psych eval, 2nd NUT visit, Cardiologist appointment and appointment with the vascular surgeon.

    I'm not sure how many NUT visits I'll need to do. Anthem requires 6 months of a documented weight loss regimen, but it doesn't specify medically supervised. I have a binder from my attempt at losing last year where I documented daily calories, steps, weight, etc. for 8 months. My program coordinator asked for a copy of it to include when they submit my request in Sept after my 3rd (program required) NUT visit. If they accept it, I hope to have surgery in Oct or Nov. If they deny me, I'll have to wait until Jan. or Feb.

    I feel like I'm in limbo!! :wacko:

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    I had my consultation today and I'm so ready to get my party started too! I actually broke down in the car after my visit. My fiancé thought I was upset, but I told him that it just hit me that this is really happening! I've been waiting for years to get the surgery. My insurance didn't cover it years ago, so I put it out of my thoughts. Of course I gained more weight over those years. I'm so happy! I'm glad you're journey is beginning too! This is such an exciting time in our lives!

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    You already have a surgery date? Are you self-pay? October will be here before you know it!!

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    I had my consultation today and I'm so ready to get my party started too! I actually broke down in the car after my visit. My fiancé thought I was upset, but I told him that it just hit me that this is really happening! I've been waiting for years to get the surgery. My insurance didn't cover it years ago, so I put it out of my thoughts. Of course I gained more weight over those years. I'm so happy! I'm glad you're journey is beginning too! This is such an exciting time in our lives!

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    I know what you mean!! I wanted to jump up and down and giggle like a madwoman and cry like a baby at the same time!! I settled for a crazy scream (got a concerned look from the lady exiting a car nearby!) and I high fived a concrete post! :D

    Glad to "meet" someone just starting out too :)

  16. Posted · Edited by MommaZ

    Thanks so much Valentina!!

    I have a wonderfully supportive family, so I feel very lucky. Can't imagine having to do something so life changing alone. :(

    I know if I have to wait 6 months, it will be for the best and I'll take advantage of the opportunities available to even better prepare. But, I'm also no spring chicken and I've wasted enough of my life being fat & unhealthy! I'm ready now!! :D

  17. Posted

    I have my surgeon consult tomorrow afternoon. I am so ready to get this party started!!

    Best case scenario : he says things are in order, all I need to do is my pre-op visits with psych, excercise physiologist and nutritionist - and then submit to insurance!

    Worst case: (Besides "you can't have the surgery" of course!) is 6 months of visits/weight loss program, etc

    Either way, I'm hoping to have at least a ballpark idea of when my 're-birthday' will be. :) Sooo excited!!!!

  18. Posted

    What kind of cancer did you have? Mine was cervical and so I'm worried about them cutting into my gut because I think my surgeon move some things around. I think he tacked up one of my ovaries. I just don't want to have more complications because of the surgery.

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    I had leukemia - just celebrated 5 yrs in remission in April!! Still have 5 yrs of testing until I'm considered "clear", but so far so good.

    I think as long as the surgeon is aware of your history, you'll be just fine. :) I'm sure they encounter all kinds of issues and have ways of working around them.

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