sammy246

Pre-op appointment tomorrow and surgery in ONE WEEK. EEK! The nerves are setting in.

Pre-op appointment tomorrow and surgery in ONE WEEK. EEK! The nerves are setting in.

One word... Ulcer. My surgeon said its not a matter of if but when for bypass patients who smoke. I know how hard it is, I had to quit too but I know we can do it! Don't listen to your addict brain, listen to the rational side. Good luck!

1 hour ago, B.Annie said:

I'm confused as to why this is an argument.
#1 there are very big risks to this surgery. We all are informed of that going in. We do it for the reward in spite of the risk. So someone died. Tragic event and all together possible. Why deny this one when we know it's a risk?
#2 how hard is it to sign a contract saying you'll bring an adult companion with you to Mexico and then bring a teen companion? Saying it's not possible to bring a teen is like saying it's not possible to lie. Goodness.
#3 Not every surgeon has deaths for the simple fact that some Surgeons are a bit more picky on whom they operate on - agreeing to less risky patients or requiring patients take steps to become less risky (ex. lose weight) prior to authorization. If you haven't seen "my 600 pound life" where it discusses surgeons who refuse to operate on certain individuals, then you haven't done the most basic of research. Though asking your own surgeon is probably easier. People go to Mexico for surgery usually because they want a cheaper and more easily approved surgery with a surgeon who won't deny them so quickly or require more effort on the patient part before hand. The fact that more people die on a table with this route is the risk you take when you choose cheap and "easy" over harder and more expensive. If you're shocked by it, then I fear you haven't considered common sense.
HW: 328 (02/22/17)
SW: TBD
CW: 292

The problem is that they will not be forthcoming. If she would have just said that "YES, they had a death, however blah blah blah risk is associated with surgery and here are all of the steps we take to ensure this is not a common occurrence" there would be an argument. This is basic PR that they are failing at and there has to be a reason for this over reaction and poor handling of communication from them after.

They are dodging, hiding, and being defensive. I personally do not support surgery tourism at all, for this very reason. This place is shady and should be avoided at all costs. They need to own up to what happened and provide answers.

I was actually there when this happened. She had a blot clot that happened after surgery. I have no idea where the 14 year old came into this story. She had children who were at home in the US. You can't bring a 14 as a companion. It's stating in the contract I signed that companions must be 18 or over.
The whole situation was incredibly sad including for the other patients but we all realized that blood clots can happen anywhere.

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Lol i knew what you meant its ok[emoji3]....i have about 80lbs to lose thats stubborn and wont budge. Im a very active person. But i was hoping to find someone who has went through getting the sleeve or any weight loss surgery to see if they succeeded with the sleeve and weight loss because I read alot of people succeed with rny being insulin resistant. Im surprise by the number of people who have with the rny. I really dont want my organs rerouted but i would do if it will help my situation.

I want to buddy up! I'm May 1st too [emoji3] getting so close

Yess its really hard to lose weight I just didnt want to choose the wrong one and im back at square one. Im gonna talk to my doctor tomorrow amd see what he says Thank you! I really appreciate it. I hope you have a successful prosperous journey.[emoji6]

Hello I am torn between the Sleeve & Rny what do you pefer for someome with Metabolic syndrome and Pcos Im scheduled to get Sleeved. May 8,17

Aren't they horrid?! Totally understand!

I had a dream last night that I over ate and was worried about the staples. Horrible!

Only 2 more weekends! I love that I'm scheduled on May Day. It's like a new beginning and I'll never forget my date.

What are you all doing to prep? Im getting so excited (and nervous!) T-14 days left [emoji15]

Love all these May dates!!! I can't wait until we're all on the losers bench [emoji4]

You can do it! I'm 8 months smoke free and love it! Smoking is not worth jeopardizing your surgery.

May 1st!!

My insurance only approve the procedure for a 3 month window. The pre-op check (x-ray and cardio gram) have to be within 30 days. In sure each is different but that was my timeframe

I hope someone can muster more sympathy than me. I know you're scared. I hope someone who has gone through this will chime in.

I also would assess your relationship and get counseling before any of this happens. I can't imagine not wanting my husband to get healthy and live a longer and more active life. I'm also not trying to be cruel, but this seems like an issue you need to work on for yourself. Not wanting him to vulnerable? I don't understand. I wish you both the best and hope you're able to work out the underlying issues that are causing this reaction. Best of luck!

I'm May 1st too!

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Mine is May 1st! I'm glad we have some other may folks here. We should keep In Touch.

I'm May 1st. I will have to go for pre-op testing the week prior to that. It took me a year to get here, but I'm so glad I stuck with it. Every morning I wake up excited for the date!

When the lady called me to tell me I was approved and schedule a surgery date I literally said "I'm regretting all of my life choices up to this point." She started laughing. I just kept saying "wow" and also felt like ralphing. I feel better now that I went to the pre-op class.

Super excited for you!!!

I'm not doubting your choice, I've considered many different options. WLS is not a one size fits all situation! Honestly, I'm just shocked that they charge that much. I wish it was covered for you.

My insurance approved for a 3 month window, and the surgeons office called and gave me a choice of dates and time slots. My surgeon only operates on certain days, so as long as it was one of those days and someone was not already booked I had free pick. Hope this helps!