Hi everyone...just wondering if there is anyone around that is in the Edmonton or surrounding area. I am scheduled to have a VSG on Aug 14, 2012 and would really like to speak to others that have had this procedure.

Thanks

Rhonda

I've been considering the sleeve for months now' date=' doing a lot of research of the pros and cons. Can anyone msg or reply to a question I have about the extra skin removal. Is anything covered by Alberta Health Care, or other ways? This is my main concern, which I know is vain, but it's scary[/quote']

If you go out of country to have it done I don't know if ahc will cover any if the surgery for skin removal. I know someone who had it done in alberta and ahc will cover that part as well as long as she maintains her weight for 1 year. If you have the sleeve done out if country, as long as you go to a actual hospital to have it done not a clinic... Ahc will give you back Some money you have to have receipts of hospital fees etc. not sure this helps but it's a little info. I know the wait times in Canada are so long it's frustrating, and unless you have a list of health issues and a very high bmi they won't look at you, that's why I went to Mexico to have it done. Good luck in you journey.

I have a friend who's been waiting for skin removal here in Alberta for 2 years.

If you live not too far from Medicine Hat getting a referral to their bariatric center is an option. The surgery is covered because it's a referral and being new their wait list is shorter than most by a lot. It took six months for the call, but once in the door average wait seems to be about 6 months if you follow the program.

Wish I could help with the plastics... I know there is now one in the Crowsnest Pass but I have no idea of his credentials.....

I too am from Edmonton. Having my sleeve in Mexico on September 24th. So excited!