*slim*

Any thoughts on Dr. Ponce in Chattanooga? Please tell me the good, the bad, and the ugly.

Thanks for any replies!

Regang30, what are the steps to that dance you did? I really could use a little help here. My paperwork should have been submitted Tuesday afternoon, but when I called Thursday the insrance person said that she hadn't received the notes from my psychiatric evaluation. I called the social worker and he said that he sent everything Tuesday morning. I guess I am just waiting until Monday to call, AGAIN!

If you don't want to have loose skin you should be young and not have too much weight to lose (LOL)

Oh well, there went my chances!

Thanks, I wondered about that. I have called a couple of times and didn't get a call back. I finally called again. Unfortunately for me, I got through on the wrong day, the insurance lady was not there.:thumbup: Such is the story of my life.:sad:

Thank you Maranda for asking this question. It seems every time I think I have a good handle on what is to come, someone asks a very important question like this. Also, thank all of you who have been there for taking the time to answer these questions.

Ok. I know this thread is old, but I have to add my won't misses. I am sure that they are the same as everyone elses, but I feel the need to say them anyway. Here goes...

ruining every pair of pants at the thighs.

only shopping online so no one knows my size.

being so embarrassed (sp) when my dh wants me to wear some trashy, sexy outfit at home (I cried even though he loved the outfit)

uncomfortable sex life.

not wanting a sex life!

always being hungry

weighing more than my dh!

making excuses not to leave the house

not having any clothes that fit nicely

being the fat friend

being ignored in stores

not being able to wear cute high heel shoes (they can't hold me up)

sitting on the sidelines of life

not being able to do things with my 11 year old son

not cleaning my house the way should because i am too tired.

being scared that I am having a heart attack with every pain in my chest.

snoring so loud my son hears it in his bed room

being offered everyone's food (I am not a garbage disposal!)

having people look at me funny when I buy groceries (it's not all for me!)

all 9 of my medicines (all weight related illnesses)

My CPAP machine!

wow, i could go on forever.

HI. My understanding is the WLS exclusion is usually based on your employer. My former employer excluded it but when they were bought out by someone else, it was included. Go figure.

Good luck.

Congrats! I am new too. I am in the holding pattern of insurance approval! Good luck with your new journey!

Thank you so much for the welcome. I have been reading quite a few of the posts trying to learn as much as I can about the surgery before I have it (if I get approval from my insurance).

Hi. I am new to this forum. I am not banded yet. I am waiting for my surgeon to send in my paperwork for approval with my insurance company.

Daniml, I noticed you used Dr. Ponce, what did you think of him? That is who I am going through. The first appointment was great, but I seem to have difficulty getting my calls returned. I could just be paranoid about that.

Hi. I have BCBS of Ill, also. My doctor used 6 appointments that I had previously. We are going to see if they are going to accept that. I had to do the psych evaluation and nutritionist visit. I am just waiting for my surgeon's office to send my information to insurance for approval. I wish you good luck with yours.

Hi. My doctor said no sodas ever again after being banded. I am not banded yet, but thankfully, I don't drink a lot of soda anyway.

Did all of the Chattanooga people disappear?

Good for you!

My doctor requires a 2 week liquid only diet. 6 glucerna shakes a day and any clear, no calorie drinks I wanted.

Good luck to us all.

I understand how you feel about sleep apnea. I just knew I wouldn't feel rested when I woke up in the mornings. I was so nervous when I had my sleep study that I never thought I would sleep at all. Now, 2 years later, I can't sleep without my CPAP. I feel really awful when I even take a short nap without it. Now that I know about all of the health risks that come with sleep apnea, I am so glad that I kept my appointment for the sleep study.

I just had my appointment this week. They asked about my life. They asked about if there was a history of drug abuse, eating disorders, and self hurting (i.e. cutting). Then he talked about my expectations from the band and how I plan to live with the band. It wasn't that bad.

Hello everyone. I have been lurking around for a few weeks. I have enjoyed reading everyone's posts. It has been so informative and inspirational. :tongue_smilie:

I figured it was time to say hello. I will try to not to ask the same questions over again.