What to expect first visit

[honeybunz 139]

I have my very first visit coming up in about 2 weeks with the dr. Will there be any testing, blood work, etc. done that day or will he just get my medical history and go over surgery options with me? Thanks!

[Christian Zaccone 243]

They should set you up with every appointment that u need. Just bring questions you have or ask me or anyone. We will give it to you straight

[joatsaint 2,814]

My 1st visit was all about filling out questionnaires. Pages and pages of medical history and lifestyle questions. Then the doc spent about 20 minutes interviewing me - explaining the types of surgery he did and making sure I understood what to expect before and after surgery.

He had to make sure that my insurance would cover my surgery and that I met the minimum requirements to be covered.

He made sure I knew this wasn't a "miracle pill" and that I'd have to be ready to change my lifestyle and eating habits for it to work. The next visits were for nutrition counseling, blood-work, psychological evaluation.... I think I had 5 or 6 visits before surgery.

Edited March 31, 2014 by joatsaint

[honeybunz 139]

Thanks so much!!

[justabill 27]

Here's what happened at my first visit: http://www.vsgguy.info/preparation/the-initial-consultation/

[honeybunz 139]

Here's what happened at my first visit: http://www.vsgguy.info/preparation/the-initial-consultation/

Loved it! Thank you! Can't wait to hear more!

[Jill B 0]

They had me fill out papers and also sent me for blood work and if u needs x-rays ultrasounds or anything that too

[honeybunz 139]

Thanks Jill!