March 2013

[Jesser 295]

I made my deposit today for 2/21/13. Now that it is done' date=' I thought I would feel better but now I am really nervous. As far as you worried about your deposit, I have my reciept of deposit and their confirmation (and a copy because I am neurotic) for reference!

18 1/2 weeks to go! I hope this goes faster than I think it is.[/quote']

Congrats! Who is doing your surgery? And did you mail your deposit or do it over the phone? I have a million questions and worries lol

[Jesser 295]

I just emailed Janese AGAIN! Haha this time I was asking why Aceves and Alvarez were so much more than doctors like Lopez and Garcia. I read a comment earlier on here about leaks and I want to be 100% certain that I go with a great surgeon. I don't have any insurance, so if I get the surgery and have all these complications, I'm going to be in a lot of trouble. :/

[Pelekania 156]

I am thinking about going in March during spring break (if I have the money)! I am considering Dr. Garcia and Dr. Kelly, but more so Dr. Garcia because of his special. I am nervous and excited at the same time.

[AmandaRaeLeo 2,145]

I just emailed Janese AGAIN! Haha this time I was asking why Aceves and Alvarez were so much more than doctors like Lopez and Garcia. I read a comment earlier on here about leaks and I want to be 100% certain that I go with a great surgeon. I don't have any insurance' date=' so if I get the surgery and have all these complications, I'm going to be in a lot of trouble. :/[/quote']

Let me know what she says, making my deposit Friday.

Amanda Rae

[AmandaRaeLeo 2,145]

I am thinking about going in March during spring break (if I have the money)! I am considering Dr. Garcia and Dr. Kelly' date=' but more so Dr. Garcia because of his special. I am nervous and excited at the same time.[/quote']

Spring here too. 3/11/13. I'm using 401k and a little ITR. I'm 99% sure I'm using A Lighter Me - Dr. Lopez/Dr. Osuna husband/wife team. They specialize in higher BMI/risk.

Amanda Rae

[Jesser 295]

Spring here too. 3/11/13. I'm using 401k and a little ITR. I'm 99% sure I'm using A Lighter Me - Dr. Lopez/Dr. Osuna husband/wife team. They specialize in higher BMI/risk.

Amanda Rae

Amanda, Janese put me on the schedule for 3/11/13! She said there was 3 others for that day on there as well. I don't know if you're one of them or not lol I'm so excited

[AmandaRaeLeo 2,145]

Amanda' date=' Janese put me on the schedule for 3/11/13! She said there was 3 others for that day on there as well. I don't know if you're one of them or not lol I'm so excited <img src='http://www.bariatricpal.com/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/smile.png' class='bbc_emoticon' alt='' />[/quote']

Sleeve buddies! Hooray! Where will you flying into and from?

[AmandaRaeLeo 2,145]

Amanda' date=' Janese put me on the schedule for 3/11/13! She said there was 3 others for that day on there as well. I don't know if you're one of them or not lol I'm so excited <img src='http://www.bariatricpal.com/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/smile.png' class='bbc_emoticon' alt='' />[/quote']

I'm flying in to LAX on 3/8 too see some friends and driving down to San Diego on 3/10. $380 round trip!

Amanda Rae

[Jesser 295]

I will be flying out of Houston to San Diego. Straight flight. I haven't purchased my tickets yet

[Jesser 295]

And what's kind of depressing to me is I have a terrible support system. I told my Mom that they went ahead and put me on the schedule for March, and all I heard was negative comments. My sister said she was going to laugh at my funeral because she "told me so." (she's only 12, but still) the guy I've been dating briefly said "it's your money." I never once heard "That's wonderful!" or "I'm so glad you are taking control over your health!" it really depresses me.

[AmandaRaeLeo 2,145]

I will be flying out of Houston to San Diego. Straight flight. I haven't purchased my tickets yet <img src='http://www.bariatricpal.com/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/smile.png' class='bbc_emoticon' alt='' />

My layover is either Houston or Dallas! Lol! Booking through Hotwire. Cheapest.

Amanda Rae

[AmandaRaeLeo 2,145]

And what's kind of depressing to me is I have a terrible support system. I told my Mom that they went ahead and put me on the schedule for March' date=' and all I heard was negative comments. My sister said she was going to laugh at my funeral because she "told me so." (she's only 12, but still) the guy I've been dating briefly said "it's your money." I never once heard "That's wonderful!" or "I'm so glad you are taking control over your health!" it really depresses me.[/quote']

Their negativity, I'm sure is out of concern. My support system is concerned but supportive. Reluctantly. Do what feels right and feel confident with it. Either way.

Amanda Rae

[Jesser 295]

That's true. They just don't know anything about it at all. They have their opinions of what the surgery consists of, too bad it's all wrong :/

[AmandaRaeLeo 2,145]

That's true. They just don't know anything about it at all. They have their opinions of what the surgery consists of' date=' too bad it's all wrong :/[/quote']

My dad and I have agreed not to talk about it. He really lit into me. It is an off limits subject. I would never tell you what is the right or wrong choice for you. Only you know that. I only hope you have success and good health either way. If you're going I hope to see you there! If you don't I truly hope you find a solution that works for you.

Trying inviting your mom to see your PCP to discuss questions and concerns. Follow up care. Maybe your coordinator can talk to her too?. Maybe that will help you both?

Amanda Rae

[AmandaRaeLeo 2,145]

Empowering yourself and your support system with knowledge will make whichever choice you decide on better for all of you. Don't let anyone bully you into doing it or not doing it! :-)

Amanda Rae