JamieNP

Sometimes we put surgical tape over things like the earrings. Also, if you have good perfusion, you should be able to get an O2 saturation from the toes (you can even get it from the earlobe, forehead, etc). Just depends on how fickle your nurse is. I am pretty fickle, but I will make exceptions.:thumbup:

No this means your referal is ok. Doesn't mean surgery is approved...yet. I got referal approved but surgery was denied.

Voted again..you are now tied!!

And you will need a personal chef.. The thought of me being on national tv in my sports bra while being weighed makes me want to go out and run about 5 miles!

My OBGYN told me it was part hormones, part endometriosis.I would be so constipated that I was almost impacted. I had a complete hysterectomy and have never felt better.

I work in a hospital and I see abuse of the system EVERYDAY. Then I get people that really need it and have problems getting help.

I was going by Obama's voting record, which is public record. Where did Obama get some of his contributions from???Fannie and Freddi!! Here is to contributing to the economy!!

Frangipani You look fantastic. As far as your wound, have they considered a wound vac? I have used these many time and it helps with the healing. It is remarkable what they can do. It is a sponge that goes into the wound and has a continuous suction that promotes new tissue growth and healing. Are you going to a wound care clinic? Sorry, I haven't waded through the many postings on this thread, so you may have already mentioned your treatment.

I found this on RightChange.com. This is supposed to be a nonpartisan website. Obama's tax program Small main street businesses would be forced to pay tax rates as high as 62.3% under Senator Obama’s tax proposals.1 Senator Obama’s tax plan would tax small businesses at a higher rate than Wal-Mart!2 Taxes on retirement income and savings could increase by at least 33%, hitting millions of seniors when they need these resources the most.3 4 million workers over the age of 50 – those eagerly looking forward to retirement – would be hit with increased tax bills. 4 Millions of Americans would only keep 38 cents of every dollar that they earn.5 Senator Obama’s tax plan would reduce the after tax wages of millions of workers by 17.7%.6 It will take 227 days per year, nearly 8 months, just to pay your tax bill!7 97,065 carpenters, 110,908 police officers, 254,992 nurses, 208,562 postsecondary teachers and 237,000 dentists would see tax increases, if the earnings cap was successfully eliminated.8 10.3 million workers would see an average of $5,650 taken from their paycheck and given to government programs.9 Even YOU might be considered “Rich.”

Make sure you take down the names of people that you talk with at the insurance company. Weight loss programs are different than weight loss surgery. Mine covers surgery but not programs. Good luck!

Good luck and keep us posted!

I have a month of liquids! I have 13 days left. And I cheated 3 times. I ate things that I figured I would never eat again (like Dirty rice, loaded pizza, and some macaroni and cheese). Otherwise, I have stuck to it. Been pretty creative with my shakes. Sugar free puddings and jellos are good, and crystal lights and soups have been my staples.

Way to go!!! Congratulations on becoming healthier!:thumbup:

My employer has an exclusion written so it doesn't pay for me.

Welcome and good luck..I am just south of you in Nashville. Some insurances pay for lap band. You can get a loan through various programs. I think carecredit.com is one place. There are docs throughout the country and in Mexico that do it cheaper. Since you have been there with your daughter, you know what to expect. You will find all kinds of info here and everyone will help you with your questions or issues.

Where your pj's ...they will strap you to all kinds of wires. You will sleep in a big cozy bed. It is a piece of cake. You may not sleep well because of all of the wires, so if you take something to help you sleep, you may be able to take it that night. Your doc can call you in a one time script for ambien.

I found this from a website and it pretty much sums things up: http://http://conservativeprincipals.blogspot.com/2008/06/10-differences-between-democrats-and.html 1) Democrats want someone to take someone else's money and feed the poor. Republicans want to take their own money and feed the poor themselves. 2) Democrats want to fight corporations and hug terrorists. Republicans want to work for or run corporations and fight terrorists. 3) Democrats want the right to legislate equality. Republicans want to the right to earn equality. 4) Democrats want to save the earth despite the presence of people. Republicans want to save the earth because of the presence of people. 5) Democrats select stances that will enhance their positions with special interest groups. Republicans select stances they believe are correct. 6) Democrats will use any means, including legislating from the bench, to achieve their goals. Republicans will surrender an issue rather than rape the U.S. Constitution. 7) Democrats will stab their own friends in the back (Hillary Clinton) as soon as someone seemingly better comes along (Obama). Republicans still honor their fallen political heroes and even adopt fallen Democrats (see Dick Morris and Bernie Goldberg). 8) Democrats will march around and throw blood on people wearing fur and protest the harsh living conditions of chickens. Republicans are against abortion. 9) Thanks to a few conservative radio shows and a single unbiased news channel, Democrats don't feel like the Fairness Doctrine would hurt the first amendment. Republicans haven't changed their stance on freedom of speech despite the fact that the overwhelming majority of the media are liberal. 10) Democrats rejoice when someone they disagree with dies. Republicans, as usual, cherish and respect life.

We own a gun smithing business, my husband is a 28 year veteran of the army special Ops, and my son and daughter are in the army. Why am I voting for McCain? Because Obama wants strict gun control. Because McCain has Military experience, because I believe McCain and Palin's views are closer to mine. We are small business owners. I am in healthcare. We believe in "little governement, big people" where as democrats believe in "Big government, little people". Here is a site listing the differences between a republican and a democrat. Difference Between Republicans and Democrats My question: How can you vote for Obama??

One of the lap band books that I bought has the Meat tenderizer trick in it. I think it was the Weight loss surgery for Dummies. Mix it in small amount of warm water and drink. Just from personal experience with the gas pain, since I have had 7 laproscopic procedures done, it is more comfortable to have your head elevated when lying down. The past couple of surgeries I have not even noticed. Getting banded on the 30th too, so we will see how this goes.

No one measured my wrists. The number that Tricare gave me on my initial denial letter was the medium frame, lower number. According to my surgeon's office, I needed to have all of the tests complete that tricare required. According to them, it was a referral from your primary,an EGD, EKG, Labs, Gallbladder scan (although I believe this was just my surgeon's request), and a Psy eval. You can self refer for the Psy exam, so find a Tricare Psy to give you an ok. You should have a sleep study done. Good Luck!!

I got denied...gained 6.5 lbs and then got approved! Surgery is Sept 30th. Good luck to ya!!

I have known patients and coworkers that have had Gastric bypass and they have not be successful or have had trouble. I chose Lapband because of the flexibility, the slow steady weight loss, and the lower risk of vitamin deficiency. Also, if I have problems, it can be reversed.

Woo hoo! We are band sisters! I am getting mine done on the 30th. When do you start your preop diet, if you have one?

I have voted for you several times..the site is a little tricky..is has the name, then the check circle and a picture...make sure you check the correct circle and not the one right after the name.

You can go to any support group. My surgeon's office/ hospital sponsors one, and there are people there from other surgeon's office. The surgeon usually isn't there, unless he is a guest speaker. I could go to any support group in Nashville if I wanted.