how often do you see your doctor?

[dsferfeargregrhgttrhht 49]

How often do you see your doctor for follow-up once you're out of the post-op recovery phase?

I've got 1 more appointment before my 3 month post-op coverage ends. My insurance has covered my bi-weekly appointments 100% since surgery in July. I'll now start paying my typical co-pays for each visit. How often is "good" or "normal"? Do you have a regular schedule, or just go when the need arises?

Thanks for your information!

[DELETE THIS ACCOUNT! 12,703]

I got my band over 20 months ago and I still see my doctor monthly. I'm glad he's still so involved because it gives me a chance to ask any questions or even get a fill if I feel I need it monthly. It also helps keep me accountable knowing I'll be weighing in monthly.

[☠carolinagirl☠ 18,722]

like mis, i see mine monthly

i have no problem calling my dr with questions..

WLS is a major surgery and it needs to be treated with respect

always refer to your doctors for anything....and everything.

[LeeAnnfromNC 46]

My doctor sees his patients two weeks post op, then once a month for the first year, and then once a year after that (unless we feel like we need to see him more often).

[Bandista 7,466]

I am pre-band but have been given this schedule for post-surgical visits:

Surgeon, 1 wk

Dietician, 2 wks

Surgeon, wks 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 11 and 14

Dietician, 3 mos

Program Coord., 6 mos with lab work

Program Coord., 1 yr. with lab work

[bahuber5477 96]

I see my doc at one week and then at six months then a year. I weigh in in his office with his nurses bi weekly. They are all awesome

[GuyMontag 1,264]

I used to see him quite a bit but although I keep in touch with my doc's office, I haven't actually been back for years.

[mrsto 2,925]

Aside from the required one week post-op class, I saw my doctor three weeks after surgery. Now, I go once a month for the first year. After that, I believe.....every six months to a year.

My doctor is excellent at responding to email. If I'm having any type of problem or concern, after office hours, I email him. Most of the time, if he's not in surgery, he responds within 30 minutes. I love this man!!

[GoingforGoal 1,734]

After I hit green (around 5 months) I had no need to go back. 3 years later went to a fill center (because I relocated) and I go to those as needed. I take some measures like annual panels to make sure my chemistry is in normal range. But if you feel you have a good handle on things and you are not getting new information/support, use your discretion. However, if you find yourself getting off track the first place I'd go is back to the docs to refresh.

[AZ Gary 149]

I see the NP once a month, but the doctor, not since the surgery post op recovery.