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check out bariatrix. I'm picky as hell, but they have some tastey products that were designed with the bariatric patient in mind.
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Can you keep liquid down? If not, this is an emergency. Either see your bariatric doctor today or go to ER. If you can keep liquids down, it is still urgent but not an emergency. Dehydration is very serious and happens very quickly. Getting this much worse so quickly may mean you have a slipped band.
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Check out the Bariatric Eating website- they have lots of options for Protein supplementation. Everything I've gotten from them so far has been really good. It's REALLY important that you get things that have the best quality protein- whey or soy isolates. Some of those "bullets" are based on Gelatin protein, which is nowhere near as bioavailable. I was given very specific instructions as to what and how much to eat at each stage...I'd get back in touch with your nutritionist if you haven't been given that information as yet. I wasn't given a calorie count per se, but I was told that I needed to get 70-89 grams per day of protein post-op. I'm using the tools on the Allergan Lap Band site to keep track. Hope that helps- good luck! Christine
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On the lighter side... I've heard from friends who've had the procedure about how quickly they're dropping sizes. I've been a plus size for awhile and have a collection of some beautiful career clothes - clothes I'd want to wear even if I weren't size 24. I know there's only so far a good tailor can go. Clue me in - how often am I going to be downsizing? Has anybody heard anything about bariatric clothing exchanges or consignment shops. It's a happy problem to contemplate, but I can see the sweat on my husband's upper lip at the thought of the potential clothes horse I could become. Stop me before I shop again!:smile2:
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So I'm thinking about giving up on my insurance fight and just switching to self-pay. I had a slipped band over a year ago. It took 6 months to get the insurance company (Fed BCBS) to finally agree to remove the band but they denied a revision to VSG stating it wasn't medically necessary because my BMI was under 35. I submitted an appeal to the Federal Office of Personnel Management in October for what was supposed to be a 60 day appeal. They "lost" my case and had to start over. Then they closed it because they didn't understand I was asking for a revision and not some sort of random partial gastrectomy. They finally sent it out for review but it sounds like they didn't select a bariatric surgeon because the answer last week came back that it isn't medically necessary because my weight isn't over a 40 BMI. The told my attorney to wait for the report and then call and talk to the nurse but I haven't heard back yet. At this point it's been almost 7 months since I submitted the appeal. This has been going on for so long I'm almost back to my original weight. If I had it to do over again I'd have done a self-pay revision with Dr. Aceves right from the start. Heck, I'd be at my goal weight by now. I just don't have it in me to keep this up. I went ahead and requested a surgery date with Dr. Aceves and put first-class airline tickets on hold on my miles. I can't think what hoops the insurance company would have next. They just don't get that the standard of care for a revision doesn't require you to regain all your weight first. I could go forward with the surgery and then sue them after the fact but I'm not sure it's worth the mental energy after all this. I had some old Microsoft stock lying around and it's almost enough for the surgery. I'm thinking that I'll never miss the money and can just get on with my life. I don't want to self-pay up here because it's really expensive and they don't cover complications like Dr. Aceves does. I could be down there next weekend having this done and just moving on. Thoughts? I could use some additional input... Thanks! Britt
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Would Love A Buddy/mentor
GonnaBeSkinny replied to GonnaBeSkinny's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I just found out the Amerigroup in Tennessee (medicaid) WILL cover the sleeve!!!! WOOT!!! I need 6 months of documented medically supervised diet (got it), need to have a bmi of 40 or higher (definitely got it), need at least 2 health issues as a direct result of my obesity (got that and more), need a statement from my doctor saying that they approve of me having the surgery and feel its necessary (got it from my Virginia and getting it from my new doctor soon, I hope), need 5 years of records showing my weight to be morbidly obese (definitely got it), will need to get a cardiac and pulmunary clearance (dont have it yet but hoping to soon), I need to pass a psych eval (dont have one yet but will soon, I hope), and I need a physician referral to a bariatric surgeon (I will get that soon, as well. I hope) So hopefully I can get the ball rolling really soon!!! I will be going to the Centennial Center for the Treatment of Obesity in Nashville, Tn. They are the only ones that do the surgery and will take medicaid. Ironically, I had my daughter at Centennial hospital 5 1/2 years ago when I lived in Nashville before, and I really liked that hospital. So Im pretty happy all the way around with things. -
Hey Guys, so I was looking for some app suggestions like what I should download that's great for bariatric patients. Like a calendar app or whatever lol let me know please !!
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What is the difference between the RNY and gastric bypass?
CowgirlJane replied to foxhound1214's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
Agree with everyone... this is a nice simple explanation with pictures of the main WLS types: https://asmbs.org/patients/bariatric-surgery-procedures -
Richmond Kaiser Orientation
heartfire replied to singletona80's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I know that Fresno does theirs once a month. So I would think Richmond is the same. I'm not sure though. Best bet would be to call Richmond's bariatric dept and find out for sure. Best wishes! -
i'm with ya! I'm on my second day. But I am not allowed any food. Just 3 -5 Protein shakes a day. I can have Water and crystal light. I have to admit... i did cheat! I needed something to munch on.. had a pickle, cracker and slice of cheese these past two days!. I have to stop it! I need to just do the shakes! its hard the shakes taste terrible.. i'm doing the Bariatric Advantage Protein Shakes, doc sells those at his place. i added a splenda and 2 frozen strawberries to make it tolerable! I shouldn't but ahhhh kat
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I'm in Liverpool and I've been with the bariatrics team for a year I've done everything they have asked of me so they have rushed me through the whole process to the point that they called me at home yesterday to ask if I want the surgery in 2 weeks time!!! It may be different with different counties but mine has been fab! Sent from my B3-A20 using the BariatricPal App
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Bariatric Surgery (And After!) On A Budget
IowaAndy replied to Bedhead's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Try couponsuzy.com. It allows you to select from several coupons and then print them out.....It has more food items than protein shake which I still use but not as much now that I am eating more regular food. Also I belong to a support group in the area for those who have had bariatric surgery and the MAX MUSCLE gives you a discount on protein that you purchase through them since you go to this group. They have even come to some of the meetings when they have new products come out and give free samples. They are always willing to give free samples in store on anything that you are looking at possibly buying. The stuff is not cheap and I know I want to make sure that it is good before I take home a huge bottle. -
Multivitamin and Calcium Citrate
Lannie replied to NikkiPen's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Bariatric advantage has a new chewable for both. It looks and tastes like a starburst. The hard chalk like chewables didn't sit well. -
What vitamins do you take?
ThinnieMinnie2B replied to ladycook9713's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I got all of mine at CVS. They have great BOGO sales. Chewables and gummies. You can compare the ingredients from the Bariatric vitamins to store brands. As long as you are getting the minimum recommended (per surgeon) amount (1,000mcg b12/1,500mg calcium, etc) you should be fine. -
What vitamins do you take?
LovinSoul replied to ladycook9713's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I take two Flintstones Complete a day (chewable) and one Nature Made Biotin just because my hair is shedding big time and whatever may help..yay! I also take 3 500mg. calcium citrate chews and a B-12 sublingual a day that I purchase from Bariatric Advantage. I'm willing to pay a little more for the Bariatric Advantage calcium because the calcium chews are like candy and fill that void. The sublingual B-12 is minty and easy so I stick with that too. -
My only regret is going with the bariatric Dr we chose.
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It felt great to get out today and renew my gym membership it's just 25 a month! Getting my sweat on has been a go-to stress reliever for me for a long time, now I just need to not overdo it...oh look at all the shiny weights! I'm day 48 out and feel great.
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Thinking of Gastric sleeve for myself
Sullie06 replied to linita's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
My programs is a minimum 3 month programs that includes a set number of support groups, visits with a NUT and a Bariatric psychiatric nurse, an exercise component and an Upper GI. I was entered the program 7/19/16 and had surgery 12/30/16 but I pushed my surgery back a month from approval because I wanted to do it after the holidays when my time off at work resets. -
What you are describing is absolutely criminal, in my opinion. Some of these greedy, robber-baron doctors that charge an “administrative fee” or “program fee” should be taken out and shot. After torture. With regard to the Medications, you can, in fact, ask your Doctor for samples. However, I think in this case that you might not have any luck. This sounds like the kind of Doctor that will do anything to make a buck. As far as the Emend, its manufacturer, Merck, is pretty good about things like this, and they have a program in place to assist people on fixed incomes and disability, It is possible that you can obtain the medication at no charge from them. Here is the link to their program: http://www.emend.com/aprepitant/emend/consumer/assistance/apply_for_assistance.jsp It is generally for people who do not have insurance, but the do assist people who have insurance as well. Although you can receive an antiemetic via IV, if you are someone prone to nausea, you might want to have something on hand post-op in the event that you need it. Also, with regard to the Vitamins, some of the larger Vitamin manufacturers have similar programs in place as well. The bariatric vitamin companies are not particularly generous with their products, but I am familiar with a couple of cases where patients have been given supplies of Vitamins when they have demonstrated a need, and have limited resources. I am vehemently opposed to Doctors charging these outrageous extortion fees in ADDITION to what they get paid by the insurance companies. Personally, I would not trust a Doctor like this to perform my surgery. You would be doing the members of this community a service by naming this particular Doctor. Good luck in your process; I hope that the rest of it goes smoother! S.
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....and you will find a number of us who were not required to do a pre-op diet. My practice has 4 very busy bariatric surgeons and they DON'T recommend the 2 week high protein diet. As you will find throughout this process, one size does not fit all. I've read about the people with huge livers, too, but like Jacqui said, it's pretty rare. Cindy
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Now would be a great time to try the chewables you will need post op. I use Twin Labs Calcium Citrate with Magnesium and D (60 wafer bottle--4 a day dose) available at Vitacost.com for $7.67 each, $4.99 shipping for any size order. I order about 5 bottles (plus Twin Labs liquid Fish Oil for my Omega 3s) so I only have to order every 2 months and it all comes for $4.99. I actually paid $17.99 for it in a Healthy Options store, so this is a great price. You can also try Bariatric Advantage (bariatricadvantage.com) for their Calcium Citrate. I am pretty sure it comes with D. Citrate is the better form of calcium (absorbs better than carbonate) and the Vitamin D should be D3 or cholocalciferol.
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Vitamins and Supplements
BigGirlPanties replied to Jen40's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
yes, each doctor gives you a list... you may qualify for free bariatric Vitamins (along with Protein shakes and scar cream) by filling out the form at InsureNutrition.com... I didn't qualify for the multi-Vitamin, but they sent me a bottle as a "sample"...a months worth! -
United Healthcare Chioce Plus
queenv1505@hotmail.com replied to dolphinz's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I have UHC Choice Plus and they do not cover any form of bariatric surgery at all in the state of Florida. I was s sad, but I saved the money all year and will self pay. My consultation is 3/20/09 -
How do I get the ball rolling?
cattoy71 replied to nothingchanges's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
This can be a very complicated answer, but the first place to start is to check with your insurance company. Call them and find out what your insurance covers when it comes to bariatric surgery. If they do cover the surgery, find out what they require for you to qualify. Most companies are very tight about what is covered. Most insurance companies will cover surgery if the patient has a BMI over 40. They will also consider patients' with BMI over 35 if you have other co-factors like high cholesterol, high blood pressure, sleep apnea, etc., but you may also have to undergo a strict 6 month diet to show that you have tried, but can not lose the weight thro traditional means. There may also be a need to prove that you have been overweight for at least 5 years. Good luck, and I hope this helps. -
I am a 62 year old male. I had lap band surgery about 12 years ago. I lost some weight but would find myself drowning in my own Saliva every night with a very minimal restriction in the band. I still have the band but had the saline taken out. I started at 6 ft tall and 320 and got down to about 250. My weight has crept back up to 300. I have sleep apnea, and high blood pressure. I would like to lose around 100 pounds. The Sleeve looks like the best option for me.I have tried every diet and failed. I read on Blue Cross Blue Shield this morning that the surgery was covered for people 18-60 years old. I couldn't believe what I was reading. Surely if my GP and Bariatric doctors think I need this it would be covered. Does anyone out there have any experience with this or have a similar situation they might be able to share. Thanks
