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My NUT told me that it is better to get our nutrition from our foods. Which I know to be true. This is because our bodies recognize, metabolize and absorb the nutrients better. So, now we are told to take bariatric vitamins for life because we don't absorb vitamins as well. However, I think the jury is still out on how safe/effective synthetic vitamins are. Now I am seeing natural vitamins and minerals out there and wonder if anyone has tried these and what your experience has been. This will be the topic of my next NUT meeting since the fake sugars in the chewables I am taking give me heartburn or gas and we're in this for the long haul, so I want the best quality I can get.
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Considering The Sleeve As My Surgery Of Choice
kyllfalcon replied to karenh831's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
All I can add to what the others have said is that about half the people I met and still meet in the bariatric center are either having the band removed or revised to sleeve. I am almost 4 weeks post-op with no problems and no regrets, and no, my gall bladder was not removed. -
Unfortunately all insurance policies are different. I would call the insurance company a couple different times to get multiple explanations from different people that work there. Sometimes someone can just explain things better than others. My prior insurance company would not cover bariatric surgery. In 2001, it was recommended for my severe GERD, my records had shown the need, but it was denied. I tried appealing the decision without success. Fast forward thirteen years and multiple failed surgeries, again it was denied even with many specialists stating that it now was my only option. As of 2015, my employers insurance carrier was changed. I was prepared to again battle it out with an insurance company and stressed about it daily. It was submitted to the new carrier on 1/9/15. Today, I called to verify it was received and found out it had already been approved as of 1/13/15. I was (still am) in shock. I'm hoping you get a similar surprise soon.
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I am renewing my commitment in the new year with the 21 Day Sugar Detox.
ProudGrammy replied to endless80's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
renewing my committment endless80 good for you Its when people screw up and don't realize til tooooo late, (as in gaining way too much) looks like you caught yourself before slipping on the ice and breaking your leg "stuff" got out of hand with your eating - not good - but its done/over with can't go back hopefully you've learned from your experience and now move onl live in the present and look towards the future concentrate and use all the knowledge you've taken in/absorbed ifffff you even think about grabbing Taco Bell or Kentucky fried chicken- i am slapping your hand, HARD (ouch! ) 83 lbs down!!!! thats terrific!!!! good luck kathy congrats -
Seeking participants for University of Adelaide Bariatric Eating Experiences Study
Melissa Opozda posted a topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Admins please delete if this type of post isn’t allowed (sorry if so!). My name is Melissa Opozda, and I’m a PhD candidate at The University of Adelaide being supervised by Professor Anna Chur-Hansen and Professor Gary Wittert. I’m also a practising psychologist, and have worked with bariatric patients before and after surgery and used to lead a banding support group in Adelaide. For my current research, I’m asking people who have had bariatric surgery to complete a single, anonymous, online questionnaire that will take around 40 minutes. You’ll be asked questions including about your surgery, your presurgery and current eating habits, eating behaviours like bingeing, grazing, and emotional eating, hunger and appetite, your health, and your experiences of eating before and after surgery. All data will be securely stored and no participant will be identifiable in any publications arising from this study. We are looking for participants who currently live in Australia, and have a Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (aka ‘bypass’), adjustable gastric banding (aka ‘banding’ or ‘lap band’), and/or vertical sleeve gastrectomy (aka ‘sleeve’) that was performed in Australia, and who were 18+ years old when that surgery was performed. You need to fit all of these criteria to participate. We are looking for individuals who are back to eating solid food after surgery, and especially those who are 12+ months postsurgery. For further information and to participate, please visit: http://bariatricstudy.com. Please feel free to respond to this post, email me at melissa.opozda@adelaide.edu.au, or phone or text me on 0490 044 811 with any questions or comments. Thanks so much for your participation! Best wishes Melissa bariatricstudy.com -
Starting LapBand process in Texas
wootsie73 replied to kkleslie's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Kathleen, What part of TX are you in? That will make a huge difference on the surgeon you choose. I am in the DFW area and I have chosen Dr. David Provost. I couldn't get anyone here to let me know if he was a good doc, but I found this website that had 11 pages of comments from previous and current patients. I found it by doing a google search for dr david provost + dallas tx. Click on the link that say Bariatric Surgeon Profile - Dr David Provost, MD. It helped me tremendously. I have talked with his office and am currently waiting for a call from his nurse. The only draw back to him is his long waiting list. I may not have surgery until next year, but I know I'm getting one of the best surgeons in Dallas. Good luck and let us know where you are in TX. -
It will completely depend on your specific policy with BCBS. Call them, provide your policy/group number and ask them to send you in writing the policy related to bariatric surgery.
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Extremely Grateful for Exceptional Care
wannaBthinsoon replied to 4LgrLife_53's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I ordered a sample pack of unjury just to see if it was something I would be able to tolerate afterward, and I don't like it. The unflavored is nasty! I may just stick to whatever the bariatric center has for sale, and Sams Club. I'm real close to the new one on Parallel, so no probs stocking up! I hope I get an opportunity to meet you one day at a meeting. Oh! I had my 5th of 6th Dr's supv Diet visits, and I actually lost 2 pounds this time! Thank goodness I will finally show a loss! They wanted to talk me out of surgery and into diet pills. They had a NEW Diet pill I would be a good candidate for. I am mid 50's with a BMI around 42, I have health insurance for only a couple more years before I retire. I don't have time to test pills, only to fail again. I want this done once and for all, and ain't nobody gonna talk me out of it! (Just thought I'd share) Take Care! -
Extremely Grateful for Exceptional Care
4LgrLife_53 replied to 4LgrLife_53's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Will see you down there, and wish you luck and will say a few prayers for you that all goes well with your insurance and the processing. I am so happy I took this step. It's not an easy road but it is definitely worth it. Like you, I have sleep apnea too, and until I got approved for surgery there wasn't a night that went by I wondered if I would die in my sleep, even though I have a CPAP (which I hate with a passion). I know it's to keep you breathing, but it's so artificial and uncomfortable. Don't be afraid to post picture on your profile. All of us on here are struggling with our weight, or have over the past years. I'll be posting before and after pictures after I drop some clothes sizes. Still early on. Even though I've lost 26 pounds, I'm still wearing 2X shirts and Large (Men's size) jogging pants as my tummy is still swollen from the IV fluids and the surgery itself. The staff is so exceptionally excellent at the KC Bariatric Center I can hardly wait to go back for my post-op appt. I have spent years (since 1994) in the VA Medical Center's care prior to this (with my leg/ankle and hand surgery at KU). While KU was great, the KC Bariatric Center beats them by a mile. The VA is a whole different story, and if it was on an A-F grading scale, they'd be getting a D. I had to argue with the pharmacist alone to get my lovenox prescription filled, even though my VA primary care physician rewrote the prescription so it could be filled. The A-hole got into my medical records, which he wasn't supposed to be in. I reported him. Anyway, keep your chin up and I'll keep you in my prayers and cross my fingers just for added support. Terry -
Orlando/Central FL Local Support group for sleevers
shelleyjohn replied to Laura1014's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I went to Dr Texeira with Orlando Bariatric -
Bariatric Choice has a Protein liquid. I like the iced tea and pomegranate flavor. You mix it with Water do you can water it down as much as you want. Sent from my XT1650 using the BariatricPal App
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I do the celebrate bariatric vitamines. They are about $15 to $17 for a one month supply they are a bit chalky. I saw a previous poster takes the Viactive chewables -- can't wait to give those a try.
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Recently I was able to get Medicaid (I'm in GA) due to my husband being laid off. And today I found out that it covers Bariatric Surgery. I have my first consult with the Surgeon on Thursday. What should I expect? This surgeon is in a hospital and their website says they are sometimes able to "rush the process" because they have all of the specialists in one Building. Anyone familiar with the GA Medicaid Requirements? Sent from my SM-N910T using the BariatricPal App
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I just took a sample of this today. I was really afraid because the Bariatric Advantage makes me sick. I was fine with this one. Actually came on here to read reviews of it. There isn't much, is there? Would love to hear from others who are taking this. My NUT recommends double the normal Vitamin amounts. Would I still double this vitamin?
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Hi Im 8 days post op and confused w pain.
ChattyPatty posted a topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Hi. ChattyPatty from Wisc. Im a newbie here. Pre op weight 226 post op so far 221. If my stomach hurts after full liquids meal (4-6oz)- does that mean too much? If my stomach hurts after not putting anything down (busy shopping, etc) dies that mean Im hungry. I want to make sure Im doing the right thing. After my surgery, I went to ICU for one night then to heart floor for one night. I did not have the advantage of being on a bariatric floor or with staff. That is at a sister hospital. I do use chewable Prevacid. I am still in post op pain outside (sutures) and inside - tummy. Im so afraid of stretching my pouch. Thank you for your help. -
Tofu is pretty good too. I had some yesterday with 2 slices of avacado! Today I had tuna and humus! Pinterest has all kinds of bariatric recipes for various stages. Hang in there! Oh and if you eat mashed pots get instant! I've tried ordering them at 3 different places...fail!!!
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One week away! Getting down to business!
Rogofulm replied to sarah92200's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I'm going to edit out the portion about coffee not being a problem. While it's seems to be okay for me, it's not recommended for the first several months. Here's a link with some info about caffeine after WLS. http://www.laparoscopic.md/questions/coffee-safe-drink-after-bariatric-surgery -
I am 4 months post sleeve surgery. Doing well but have developed an itchy band that's starts at upper incision in front under bra and continues to sides under arm. Gets a bit red and hot not really a rash but looks redder than other skin. I asked my Bariatric nurse about it and she suggested it wasn't surgery related. Ordinary lotions don't help. It doesn't seem to matter which bra I wear. Has anyone else experienced this? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App
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Give a call to Center of Weight Management and Bariatric. Great group of people there and it's a center of excellence. http://www.lowellgeneral.org/go/services-and-specialties/center-for-weight-management-and-bariatric-surgery
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Has anyone here used ALO Bariatrics with Dr. Alejandro Lopez in Tijuana? I'm scheduled for August 5th
moejoe27 replied to lorellen73's topic in Mexico & Self-Pay Weight Loss Surgery
No I used Bariatric Pal Team MX Dr. Illan Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App -
VSG and security clearance for Foreign Service
mherrera posted a topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I am unable to locate information about bariatric surgery and security clearances. I am interested in a career with the Department of State as a Foreign Service Officer. The position requires a worldwide medical clearance. Does anybody know if bariatric surgery would disqualify a candidate from receiving a worldwide medical clearance? -
Sleeved Oct 24th & have had few complications.... since day 2 post op, I am now severely anemic. Definitely have been trying to up my protein intake to the recommended 60-65g daily. Have to avoid any unnecessary hair loss & want to know how many mg of Biotin is recommended daily post surgery for bariatric patients? Also, if anything else worked for you, please pass info this way. Thnx
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Lap Band/Gastric banding LEFT shoulder pain
JACKIEO85 replied to JACKIEO85's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
THANKS!! For all the wonderful advise!!! I posted this as a reference for others, I just didn't want to have to go into my entire story but I'll post it to my profile. Let's just say : BEEN THERE DONE THAT! I Never thought the Left shoulder pain could be connected to my BAND. BUT IT IS!! 1) I saw a orthopedic surgeon had X-rays for rotator cuff & cortisone injection (no relief) 2) saw my Internist 3) saw my Chiropractor 4) saw the bariatric surgeon ( didn't believe it was band related) 5) had chest X-ray 6)had Spine X-ray 7) had ENG 8) have an order for MRI but insurance denied need, which is a good thing because after FINALLY convincing my surgeon to take 4cc out of band the shoulder pain is starting to slowly resolve. The pain started after a fill to 9cc (not all at once, but eventual) and continued for 5 months until my unfill to 5cc. Coincidence? I Don't think So -
What Is Lap Band W/plication by ♥carolinagirl♥ Jun 21, 2012 9:43 AM I copied this for you from CG's site - I follow her posts and I also, had the lap band with plication done on January 24 - doing very well, all the best to you !! Band over Plication The gastric band and the gastric plication weight loss surgery procedures are less invasive and possibly safer than other bariatric procedures currently available. In both cases, however, there effectiveness is somewhat diminished because they are not as invasive. There is a growing consensus that by combining these two procedures bariatric surgery patients may get the best of both worlds. Each of the procedures individually may yield over 50% excess body weight loss (EBWL), however combined, there is the belief that EBWL may reach or exceed 75%, similar to that of the much more invasive gastric bypass. Original Stomach Shape and Size The procedure will begin with a gastric plication to initiate weight loss. The surgery, combined with diet and exercise, will yield excellent excess body weight loss within t... (Read More) 0 Comments
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Anyone else for the bonus plate of band + hiatal hernia?
helensmith replied to KelliW's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
geesh , i appreciate your prayers , the herinia is form so many opertions on stomach area it is wearing and has a size of a baseball that pouches out but stomach under right breast is size of football and about 1" bigger thank left side i thought that was just from the scaring where they cut me open 4 times on stomach does not hurt i think its a insisional hernia, but i just got apt for cardiac doc next fri and waiting on phyc to call back and doc for apt for cat scan and then i get blood work done so i will know with in a few weeks i guess, my doc put on paper of referal for bariatric surgery for me (quote ) This is to certify that Ms Smith is under my medical care. She has hyuperlipidemia and worsening type 2 diabeties. she has failed a number of diest and has tried to lose weight unsuccessfully over the past frew years, she has asthma and memorrioids tthat have been exacerbated by her condition as well, while her blood pressure is currentyl controlled, i do not expect her other conditions to improve without some weight loss. i think that she is a good candidate to undergo bariatric surgery. ( end quote) now with him saying that i i have been with him for a few years trying to loose weight will that be sufficent enough for the six months ? i am so depressed, :help:
