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I told them exactly what I was doing. I've been thinking about doing this for a decade.

I'm not embarrassed by it. Everyone knows I'm fat. I've tried to lose weight before and gained it all back. I want something where it isn't going to happen again.

Let them think what they're going to think. If you are comfortable with your decision you should be able to tell them the truth.

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How did surgery go?

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Hello! First I'd like to say thank you for reading! I've been looking into WLS for over a year and finally with the support of my family have decided it is the right option for me. I called my insurance company to ask what the requirements for approval are thinking I'd have to see a nutritionist for a few months etc... but the only thing they told me was if I had a BMI of 40 or more all I would need is a referral from my doctor. Has anyone else experienced this? Seems to good to be true. Plus I rarely ever get sick so I don't have a regular physician I'd be making an appointment with a doctor for the first time to discuss weight loss I don't have a "medical" history of seeking dr's help to lose weight. Maybe this will count against me?? I've been extremely over weight for the last 12 years and nothing I try, no program, no pills, no exercise regime will keep the weight off. I managed to lose 45 pounds once and it all came back plus some. I'm 230 lbs and 5'2 with a BMI of 42.2. So in that regard I know I meet the requirements but with no past history I wonder if that will hinder this process. Anyone else have a similar experience?

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It really depends on how strict or lenient your insurance is.

I was OKed for the band procedure before I even started classes and probably would have been able to get it done right then and there. I waited, went through the hospital recommended steps, and landed up with the sleeve instead because my endoscopy showed gastroparesis. The band wouldn't have worked as well for me and I would have had issues.

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I live in Council Bluffs, but had my surgery in Omaha.

Where do I belong?

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You are most welcome our fellow Iowan. When was your surgery? How are you doing?

Mindi in Waterloo

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I had my surgery 12/22. After reading through some other posts I find myself extremely fortunate. I didn't experience any nausea other than when in the anesthesia induced stupor when they were moving me from one bed to the other between surgery and my room and no uncontrollable pain. I have taken very little pain meds since I've been home.

I have found if I don't eat on schedule I'll dry heave, not a pleasant experience.

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I went to the UNMC seminar too and I liked Dr McBride very much. But, she was quite firm on a 2 week liquid only pre-op diet.

Guess I'll be doing that!

What procedure did you have?

They require a ten day to two week liqid pre-op so your liver shrinks enough to be pushed out of the way during surgery. I haven't heard of a surgeon who doesn't require that for arthroscopic surgery.

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I am. Currently trying to choose a surgeon. :-)

I would HIGHLY recommend Dr. Michael Hovey. He did a fabulous job on my sleeve. Right mix of anti-nausea and pain meds.

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I live in Council Bluffs, but had my surgery in Omaha.

Where do I belong?

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nursey402, did you have it done in Omaha? If so, who did it?

I had mine done at Immanuel on 12/22.

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