Why No Alabama Sleevers? We Are The 2Nd Most Obese State In The Country.

[Rena's got this 274]

@ Rena's Ragdolls.. Do you already have a surgeon?

Yes, same as you, Dr. Turton. I went to one of his seminars last year, but it wasn't a good time for me to consider it. This year, I contacted his office instead of going through another seminar. I've had my initial appointment with him and have completed the psych exam and a sleep apnea exam (moderate to severe apnea). My nutritional class starts this Thursday. I haven't yet talked to my PCP about it, and am hoping that she agrees.

[Rena's got this 274]

Hi!! I am pre op. I am waiting on insurance approval and a date:-/ I can't wait to get this journey started!

Where are you from? Do you have all your insurance requirements completed?

[Shrinkingmom 218]

Hi All! I am from Northeast Alabama and had my surgery in July of 2012 in Rome, Ga. I'm doing great and loving life! I've only lived in Alabama 5 years but I love it there too! Roll Tide!!!

[Rena's got this 274]

Hi All! I am from Northeast Alabama and had my surgery in July of 2012 in Rome, Ga. I'm doing great and loving life! I've only lived in Alabama 5 years but I love it there too! Roll Tide!!!

Those are fighting words! *laughs* WAR EAGLE!

Seriously though, congratulations and welcome to the group!

[steph36875 3]

I am just down the road in Seale.

[bamagirl57 17]

@steph36875 thank you!! I hope so!

[Rena's got this 274]

Dang it! I completely spaced out this afternoon and missed my nutritional appointment. I was waiting a whole month for it!

[Bamafarmchick 16]

Hello fellow bama sleevers! I'm from West Alabama and was sleeved this week on April 23rd. The first few days were rough but I'm feeling much better!

[bamagirl57 17]

@bamafarmchick glad to hear everything is going well. I have been curious as to how long it would take to be out and about after surgery. Keep us posted! Best wishes!

[Bamafarmchick 16]

@bamafarmchick glad to hear everything is going well. I have been curious as to how long it would take to be out and about after surgery. Keep us posted! Best wishes!

Day 5 and I felt well enough to go watch both of my boys play doubleheaders at the ball field. I sat drinking my Water and ensure clear and got a little sunburned and sweaty. Actually, while at the park, my steristrips sweated off my incisions which look better than expected. I was exhausted by the end of the day but I felt really well otherwise!

[coco.c 11]

I'm in Alabama and my surgery is scheduled for May 14th! I'm in Montgomery but having my surgery in Birmingham. Super excited!

Hi Bamafarmchick. Who is your doctor in Birmingham. I was sleeved 3/25/13 by Dr. Andrew DeWitt.

[pixiesmurf 36]

Hi Bamafarmchick. Who is your doctor in Birmingham. I was sleeved 3/25/13 by Dr. Andrew DeWitt.

My doctor is Dr.Grams out of the Kirklin Clinic

[steph36875 3]

@Rena's Ragdolls... Was so sorry to see your post... Hopefully they were able to get you on quickly so no time is lost.

[mcindy 2]

Huntsville hospital. Dr mailapur

Hi, I'm using Dr. Mailapur for my sleeve surgery, how did you like him?

[MrsM 31]

He is wonderful! Very good doctor and really cares. Good luck!