KCNielsen

Yep check out KC Bariatric. I'm using dr Hamilton. 3 people I work with have went there and have had great results.

What about networking with others who live in places far away from a support group and those who travel regularly and set up a regular Google hangout as a means for a support group? ... It's just a thought

@@AvaFern Thanks for answering this question as I am also in college and had this exact question.

I'm not a guy but I am in Kansas City so I will answer about doctors. The KC Bariatric team has been wonderful through my process. I will be having my VSG in November with Dr. Aragon and would highly recommend his office.
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I have a lot of questions and I am sorry if these questions have already been asked but I have been unable to find these answers anywhere on the forums as I have been reading them for the past month. I have done enough research on the forums and have determined that I would rather have VSG over the other types of WLS. My insurance will cover WLS as I have read through my insurance book, no referral is needed from by PCP thankfully.
What should my first step be?
What kind of specialty should I be looking up on my insurance website to see what doctor to go to as I have tried looking up “Bariatric” “Gastric” and a few others but have been unable to find any doctors as all results returned nothing?
What does a typical immediate post-surgery diet look like (I know it is liquids, but is it broth, Protein Shakes, etc…)? How long does it last? Any tips, tricks, hints to switching it up and giving variety with the diet?
Does anyone from the Kansas City area have recommendations or horror stories about Doctors in my area?
What is the best way to help hide the loose skin and does it shrink down after some time?
When is the best time of the day to schedule surgery for to minimize risk of doctor being fatigued or not fully awake?
What's the best season of the year to get the surgery in?

@@laura1116 if the company closes down make sure to utilize Cobra coverage, yes it is more expensive but you will be able to keep on the same track without restarting and overall it will be cheaper than paying out of pocket.

Yes it is @@KristenLe !
@@laura1116 they do have to over Cobra benefits legally as long as the employer had over 20 employees. This is all according to the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act health benefit provisions of 1986.

I believe they have to offer Cobra benefits. It's worth the cost not to have to start over. Fingers crossed.

@@laura1116 if the company closes down make sure to utilize Cobra coverage, yes it is more expensive but you will be able to keep on the same track without restarting and overall it will be cheaper than paying out of pocket.

@@laura1116 if the company closes down make sure to utilize Cobra coverage, yes it is more expensive but you will be able to keep on the same track without restarting and overall it will be cheaper than paying out of pocket.