Jessica1024

Interested in what happened in the pulmonary consult for clearance prior to sleeve.

Update : I called the pulmonologist that I had the set June appointment with, explained the situation, I now have an appointment March 31 ! Receptionist said it was no problem. The bariactric nurse simple asked for an appointment and must not have looked at my file to see that all other requirements will be met by March 8th. (Ya know, the little details). This now gives me a 3 month allowance for insurance clearance before my deductible rolls over. So glad I didn’t just sit back and accept the appointment situation. Saved myself time and thousands of dollars. Thanks for all the support !!!!!

I am not an asthmatic. Never any lung problems. Never a smoker. 45 yrs old and BMI is 36. Nurse said it is required by anesthesia.

I just talked to surgeon nurse. Apparently I need a PFT and they want it done with this specific pulmonologist because she works easiest to get the clearance back to them. And they may want further testing if it’s needed. I am trying to call this pulmonologist to see if they can see me any faster. Maybe they have a cancellation list. Please pray this works out !!

Wondering because I would be eligible for surgery in April but my last consult (the pulmonologist) isn’t scheduled till June 6th ! Which makes me miss not only my possible surgery time (April) but also will roll me over to a new insurance deductible year. Which will cost me thousands. I just had a 2 day sleep study the end of December by my cardiologist and wore a 30 day cardiac monitor in October-November. I have a few hundred pages of ECG. If that’s all they need I can provide those from my cardiologist. My insurance will not pay for those repeated tests I’m sure.

Has anyone ever tried to use the protein liquid or gel supplements that marathon runners and athletes use to help “get in” protein requirement ?

What measuring devices are best for on the go ? What do y’all take with you for picnics or when you eat out ? I am looking for advice on what to purchase to carry with me in my purse to help.

Just curious as what questions are asked of you during the psych evaluation. My consultation nurse told me the therapist will ask certain questions to evoke certain responses.