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Had my first initial appointment with the surgeons dr. I had to do an assessment and discussion with this doctor he works with the surgeon and assists him. If anyone is from Adelaide Australia and looking at surgery I suggest you look into Ashford hospital bariatrics. I will meet the surgeon next time but for a first impression face to face with this doctor he was so friendly open to the point he listened to everything I had to say he was impressed with how much I knew and I told him I've been researching everything for months and he agreed with me about the RNY mostly because of how bad my diabetes type2 is that's number one, we had a good discussion he was so easy to get along with and I've dealt with many doctors in my life. I was very happy with the process he said I can make the next appointment with the surgeon closer to my date and he will discuss my case with the surgeon Dr Teague but he can't see any reason why the bypass won't happen! This is the full process literally; see him today, see him and surgeon Next time, see dietitian to discuss pre-op diet, have the surgery see the dietitian at least once post op, obviously come in for checkups post op I was so happy, he said there may be others that have lower prices but they aren't as well trained and one surgeon actually had never been trained and got in big trouble years back but his surgery and Ashford have many good reviews and he was very professional but being in Australia I still have six months waiting period before insurance will cover the surgery then I pay a gap of $4000 that's everything. I really feel bad for some of the hoops American insurance companies have I'm glad it's more straightforward with the surgeon I've chosen.

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I'm really looking for anybody who lives with any kind of condition of the kidneys and if they were able to qualify for RNY BYPASS, I'M getting very close to seeing a surgeon and I really want to know more I don't want to have any issues with qualifying for the RNY. The main issue with me is I have to take high doses of potassium everyday because my body secretes potassium much more than any normal person because of my kidneys not functioning 100% and I know my meds are sustained release but I have found an alternative of there is any issues with my current medicines. I got blood results and healthy kidneys have a GFR over 60 mine is at 43 and other levels were high not to mention the presence of type 2 diabetes and hypertension, cholesterol and high triglycerides. My BMI is 43 and I have my heart set on RNY BYPASS for many reasons. Thank you

Sorry to hijack but I'm curious I've read that VSG removes hunger hormone but what can you tell me about RNY is your hunger same or different since surgery even in the first few months??? Tnx

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Nothing wrong with getting surgery. My dr was saying should lose weight on your own I said yeah I've been dealing with that for 20 years and I'm over it thank you so I'm going to see surgeons office this week losing weight isn't actually that hard but it's the long term challenges of keeping it off and staying on the track and I feel the bypass is the best because it restricts your food the most and that will teach you how to eat all over again, you will get full much quicker which will also help, unless you feel you can do it on your own then surgery is the best option why is it okay for people to go have cosmetic surgery but not for people to actually have surgery that will save your life??? Does not make sense! Do not listen to other people it's your body your future. In my case my sugar levels and triglycerides are getting worse and my blood pressure and cholesterol is getting worse if I stay the way I am I will die of heart attack so I NEED surgery ASAP!

Soda should be the last thing on your mind, why spend all the time and money on surgery just to go drink soda, you have to change your whole lifestyle and outlook otherwise you will hinder your weight loss from day 1...

Have you ever watched "600 lb life"

Very nice

Ok I'm going to see the GP dr Sabine next week first appointment to discuss everything I guess they'll do some bloods maybe but receptionist told me if I want the bypass to explain that and yes they have another surgeon Dr Teague as well. I was told may need to see GP twice with $175 cost with some rebate then will see Surgeon and maybe also need to see Dietician. But I'm still 6 months away from my 12 month cut off so just going to see what the GP has to say and hope they are open to the RNY BYPASS for me... I've been told it's only $4000 for surgery which covers everything I just pay for GP and Dietician then yes all appointments with surgeon bulk billed after operation.. I hope all goes to plan!

That's great very comforting! I have a total of 140 to lose and I hope to do so in 9-12 months

Do not let others dictate your life

OLD OLD OLD TECHNOLOGY, unreliable, unsafe,

I think they're both the same really mid range blenders. You can pay $20 or you can pay $2000 it really depends on your budget! But I can't believe people buying pre-made protein drinks at like $3-$5 a drink when you can buy 2lbs of powder from $30+ and make your own shakes!

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Amazing but what was your starting weight

Wow huge difference well done

Is it really possible to lose that much? I guess if you're 400+ but for someone who is only 320 and want to lose 130-140 before my next birthday! If anyone has high stats like that please share!? Also any tips or secrets to help motivate the Weight loss? Tnx

If you're weight loss has changed your appearance that much you should at least update photograph you may require proof of surgery to explain the change in weight I'm not sure but I know a guy who went to get a emergency passport and they were going to deny him until he showed proof he had his ears pinned back surgically, so it's best to ask a passport office or embassy because if you don't update your photo and get stuck overseas needing a emergency passport and your photo looks different to what you look like today there may be an issue in a foreign country!

Yeah I had 2 surgeons in mind so I gave the smaller practice first choice but they didn't give me much confidence so I spoke to the other one and they made me feel much more confident even if it costs a little more it's worthwhile!!

Take plenty of water and you can prepare all your meals and put the in handy airtight containers also order the very small entree only or share a meal with your husband like if you're only on soft foods just take nibbles off his plate or tell him to avoid restaurant if you're unsure he will have to learn to accommodate his healthy new wife

Yes I do that even in everyday life look around seek better deals never ever take the first option unfortunately many people make the mistake of buying without looking around!

Yeah completely agree I was just trying to give the "little guy" a chance but no way am I taking any unnecessary risks with my life and my surgery!!

JUST GOT OFF THE PHONE TO A LOCAL SURGEONS OFFICE; THE RECEPTIONIST TELLS ME THE SURGEON PREFERS ONLY TO DO VSG AS FIRST CHOICE FOR VIRGIN BARIATRIC PATIENTS MY BMI IS NOT HIGH ENOUGH NEED TO PUT ON WEIGHT... WTF never been told before I'm not heavy enough.... My BMI is 43 but oh we've seen 50-60 bmi like seriously she was so rude said the surgeons first choice is VSG.... And that's basically it.. Really turned me off with her tone and attitude, I was looking there because they are better prices but forget it I'll pay extra for better SURGEONS and so I rang my 2nd choice and the reception was much nicer said the surgeon will listen to your decision and will talk about pros and cons but it will be your decision mostly as long as nothing serious comes up of course. I rather pay a little extra for a surgeon and hospital that is much more known and has more reviews I just thought I'd give the smaller place a chance but no thanks... QUALITY OVER QUANTITY! Still months out but getting closer everyday.. I don't want to get the bloody VSG and then have complications and have to be revised to RNY later on like most people, I only want one operation thank you!

Yes.. I've been set on RNY BYPASS but just heard about MGB so just seeing what I can find out