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pandabear    39

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I only had two nutritionist appointments but I don't know if that is because I knew about all the stuff she was telling me because I work with food, it took about two months. I had one appointment with the psychologist. And I had to lose certain percentage of body weight before, but that stipulation has been kicked out by insurance now from what they told me, but I had already lost it. How are you guys feeling, those who have had it?

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Nicole 2013    44

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I had one nutritionist appointment i just had my endoscopy done monday now March 7th is preop

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petra1124    33

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I have my first NUT appointment monday, I am soo excited!!! This weekend cant go by fast enough...I took on an extra shift so hopefully it will lol! I spoke with the bariatric NP (Kathy) that first saw me, and she said that I am doing great with getting all of my appointments completed. I also have my psy eval next friday...cant wait for this next week!

Kathy did tell me that I would have to see the NUT at least 2 times, that almost no one gets cleared the first time...but she also did say that she thinks I will get to see Dr. O'Malley by the end of March, and I could have a surgery date for as early as April if everything goes well, which by looking over all my info she doesnt see any issues...

I was also diagnosed with mild sleep apnea, so I now have 2 comorbidities (as I am under 40 BMI) so insurance should approve with no issues. My PCP documented that I did 5 months of Weight Watchers this past year along with calorie controlled diet, so I should not have to see the NUT for 6 months *fingers crossed*

I just want to see the Dr!! I am getting so impatient, but Kathy told me I am moving very at a really good pace, and for many it takes a lot longer.

Keep your fingers crossed for me!!

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pandabear    39

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I have my first NUT appointment monday' date=' I am soo excited!!! This weekend cant go by fast enough...I took on an extra shift so hopefully it will lol! I spoke with the bariatric NP (Kathy) that first saw me, and she said that I am doing great with getting all of my appointments completed. I also have my psy eval next friday...cant wait for this next week!

Kathy did tell me that I would have to see the NUT at least 2 times, that almost no one gets cleared the first time...but she also did say that she thinks I will get to see Dr. O'Malley by the end of March, and I could have a surgery date for as early as April if everything goes well, which by looking over all my info she doesnt see any issues...

I was also diagnosed with mild sleep apnea, so I now have 2 comorbidities (as I am under 40 BMI) so insurance should approve with no issues. My PCP documented that I did 5 months of Weight Watchers this past year along with calorie controlled diet, so I should not have to see the NUT for 6 months *fingers crossed*

I just want to see the Dr!! I am getting so impatient, but Kathy told me I am moving very at a really good pace, and for many it takes a lot longer.

Keep your fingers crossed for me!![/quote']

I have been plugging along with this since about August (late August). It took a really long time to get in to see my psychologist and it took almost 2 1/2 weeks for them to send my clearance to my drs just so I could get an appointment to see the surgeon and then it was over a month to see him. So patience has been taught to me. I wanted this surgery by then end of last year, now I am hoping by spring. I have pre arthritis in my knees and asthma so I am hoping those count as enough of a reason to not deny me because I am at a 39 bmi when I started. But I am not holding my breath for a quick approval. I would rather be pleasantly shocked than disappointed.

I hope all goes well for you :)

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Nicole 2013    44

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I have been plugging along with this since about August (late August). It took a really long time to get in to see my psychologist and it took almost 2 1/2 weeks for them to send my clearance to my drs just so I could get an appointment to see the surgeon and then it was over a month to see him. So patience has been taught to me. I wanted this surgery by then end of last year' date=' now I am hoping by spring. I have pre arthritis in my knees and asthma so I am hoping those count as enough of a reason to not deny me because I am at a 39 bmi when I started. But I am not holding my breath for a quick approval. I would rather be pleasantly shocked than disappointed.

I hope all goes well for you :)[/quote']

I was lucky Dr Gandhi had 1 nutritionist appointment and 1 physc

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2mommy109    1

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Hi! I'm in Rochester as well, going through Highland with Dr. Johnson. I'm hoping this Friday will be my last nut apt and I can start moving forward!

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Nicole 2013    44

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Hi! I'm in Rochester as well' date=' going through Highland with Dr. Johnson. I'm hoping this Friday will be my last nut apt and I can start moving forward![/quote']

Good luck i cant believe i have 3 weeks till I'm sleeved......

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petra1124    33

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Hi! I'm in Rochester as well' date=' going through Highland with Dr. Johnson. I'm hoping this Friday will be my last nut apt and I can start moving forward![/quote']

How many NUT appointments have you had?

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moonlitestarbrite    902

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dr johnson is my surgeon as well. i missed my nut. seminar on friday and havent called back to reschedule, as my life is chaotic.

which psych did you HH peeps go to?

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twitch4thebitch    23

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I'm from Rochester :) having my surgery at Rochester General by dr. Gandhi on march 6th :)

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Nicole 2013    44

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I'm from Rochester :) having my surgery at Rochester General by dr. Gandhi on march 6th :)

Thats awesome i have mine with him on the 20th my friend had hers jan 9th shes down 48 pounds

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2mommy109    1

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I had 5 apts. There wasn't an insurance requirement, it just took me that long to "get it"!

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2mommy109    1

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dr johnson is my surgeon as well. i missed my nut. seminar on friday and havent called back to reschedule, as my life is chaotic.

which psych did you HH peeps go to?

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2mommy109    1

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Joseph Weber. I would recommend him.

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twitch4thebitch    23

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Thats awesome i have mine with him on the 20th my friend had hers jan 9th shes down 48 pounds

I just love him :) he's so nice and he's very down to earth good luck with everything <3

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