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My worry is that I’m not doing enough now...practicing not drinking while eating or not being more strict on the things I eat... I want to succeed... did you have certain things that you did pre op to prepare?

I originally went in thinking I was getting the sleeve...he said he’d do which ever one I wanted, but did say that I would do better with bypass...after looking into both, I decided to go with the one that has been around longer.

Definitely saying a prayer for you!! Hope everything goes well!!

My insurance is being ridiculous with a lot of things, I was upset at first that it was 12 months; but finally just pushed through...I see her on Friday next week and then I will have March and April and be done. I like Suzanne and email Heather a lot. I know exactly how you feel...I walk in a restaurant and make sure my husband remembers to ask for a table instead of a booth...I have a almost 7 year old that I want to do things with... I still struggle losing weight. I can’t take any meds, pet insurance...and had to lose 40 pounds!

You already have your surgery date? That is awesome!!!

That is awesome!!!

I had to do 12 months with dietician and lose 10% of my weight. It’s went by quicker than I thought. My friend had surgery over a year ago and she has done awesome. She was the main reason I chose Dr Fitzer, but I have heard nothing but good things.

I have an apt next Friday too! After this one, I have 2 more with Suzanne.

So far he hasn't had me do that....but my insurance requires 12 months supervised diet. I'm getting ready for my 6th visit.

I see Suzanne....my insurance requires 12 months supervised diet. They are checking to see what I can use from my drs office. I have my 4 one with Suzanne Sept 13.

What were you stats before, if you don't mind me asking. I love Suzanne....she is so nice! I like everyone in the office...and I love that they answer emails!

I'm having bypass. That's great!!! How was your pain level?

That's awesome! I'm still going through all the my dietician appointments. I had to do 12. Congrats!!! So exciting!!!

He told me about acid reflux and I was surprised at the amount of people that had a leak with the sleeve....he also mentioned the fact that bypass surgery had been around a lot longer.

Went to my consultation today. Dr said he would do whatever surgery I decided on, but he did recommend bypass surgery. I had first been interested in the sleeve....now I'm doing more research....anyone else been told this?

That's really good to hear! I've been nervous....my insurance has a 12 month wait, but I did 12 months of weight management through them... so I'm hoping we are starting the process in time that all that counts!

I did the webinar Monday and I have my first appointment May 12. My friend used him for her surgery too; and she recommended him. She has only had great things to say! I have PEIA insurance and a little concerned with how long I could have to wait....hoping I don't have to wait that long.

That's good! I did 12 months the of weight management through my insurance at the gym with a trainer, I got a message from the surgeons office today saying 'it's a go' but I'm not sure if she meant just the coverage for surgery or something else. Thanks you!

I attended a webinar last night with the surgeon, called them today to schedule my consultation...they verified insurance...now, just hoping some of the things I've already done will count toward the 12 month waiting period...consult scheduled for May 12 with Dr Fitzer.

Has anyone recently used Dr Fitzer in Reston Va?

I know this was a posted several months ago, but did you go for your consult with Dr Fitzer?

I'm new here, just starting the beginning stages of pursuing surgery. Does anyone have PEIA insurance?