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My list for Costco includes the following: Chewable adult multi vitamins, calcium chewables, sublingual B-12 , and Vit D. Just go to the pharmacy and they can assist you in getting exactly what you need. I buy the premier protein shakes, both flavors are great. For extra protein, I blend plain greek yogurt and almond butter with the premier shakes. Both of which they sell there.

I have BCBS FEP. BMI was 57, 3 month supervised diet with NUT and PCP, psych eval, sleep study = sleep apnea. Had 5 yr weight history. My approval came one day after submitting my paperwork. I was told by my surgeon that my approval came so quickly due to my PCP writing a 3 pg letter supporting my choice to have VSG. He says it played a huge role in the approval process Hope this helps!

Thanx ladies You all rock! Congrats on your loss BewhoGodcreatedmetobe, its an awesome journey!

Loving The Sleeved Life!!!

Hi Tracy, good luck to you as well! Yeah exciting and a smidge of nerves : ) Hope your surgery goes well too! Yeah flip side for sure : )

My surgery is tomorrow as well : ) It's normal to worry we are human after all! Trust in yourself, and your medical team : ) Good luck!

Excited, nervous, slightly scared, but READY!!! I am blessed with a wonderful support system. My husband is on this ride with me and it helps make this process easier. Blessed with awesome kiddos who made me a " Go Mommy!" card for encouragement : ) Spent 3 yrs getting to this point in my life, and I couldn't be more prepared, open and dedicated to this journey! Shout out to Lil' Miss Diva for her support and kind words : ) Sara

I'm starting the process of getting the LB surgery approved by my insurance. I have Cigna, and was curious if anyone else has had issues getting approved?

Mrs. T you will be fine! OMG, I can't believe the time has come, it seems like just yesterday we were talking about making changes in our life! I have no doubt that you will come out of this with nothing but amazing results!!! I'll email you! Sara

Thanks susi1662, I'll look up his contact info. Good luck on your journey, keep me posted on your progress!:eek:

Hey mommy2ps! Good to here from you. Ahhh yes, I'll email you and give you and update BTW I love your blog!:biggrin:

Thanks lbndoc:redface:. My PCP has said that Dr. Schwartz isn't exactly the most outwardly person, but that he's a great surgeon, and that's what matters in the end!

Thanks for the info Laura. I researched 3 Doc's last night. I came up with Dr.Simpson, Dr.Blackstone, and Dr.Schwartz. It's just a matter of choosing one and making an appointment! I keep you posted:redface:

Hello... I am just starting my LB journey and I am excited and scared at the same time!! I have gotten the go ahead from my PCP, now I have to choose a surgeon, and I am finding this to be fustrating!!! Just wondering if there is anybody in Arizona who could recomend a Dr?