I have been waiting all morning for the Doctor's Office to call me with the exact date, but I am still waiting. UGH! Soooooo.........I guess I will tell you about it.

Yesterday was my visit, and I absolutely loved Dr. Provost and his whole office. I was there for 2 1/2 hours and could have been longer if I wanted to. They took time with me, they didn't rush me or anything. I saw the device that would be going in me, and we talked about hospitals and food too. I met with the dietitian, the billing director and the head nurse. Each person came into my room one at at ime and sat until I didn't have any more questions. I was told so much info, I can't even remember it all. Anyway my SURGERY will either be October 18 or 28th . They are trying to do the October 18 so that is why I am waiting on the call.

I am anxious, excited, and nervous. I want to thank each of you for all your help and encouragement. I have visited many boards since I have been searching the surgery, and I can tell you that none even compare to this one.

Thanks again!

Betty

Good idea Vera, I am going to do that.

Betty:D

Woo Hoo Betty!!! WOW....that's just around the corner! I'm so glad you got the closest date! You are already a bandster in our hearts but now you will be one in your stomach! Congratulations!

Daecy

I can read the excitement in your posts! I am so glad for you, the time will pass quickly. Congrats!

Thanks y'all! You make me feel right at home.

Betty

Yeah, Betty!!!! I'm so happy for you! Wow, October 18 is almost here!

Thanks Blossom! Have you heard anymore on your surgery?

Betty

WHOO HOO!!! OCTOBER 18TH can't come fast enough I am sure. I am soooooooooooo excited for you. Please do take those pics and measurements. You will be glad you did. IT is really amazing to see the transformation. AMAZING I tell you.

Blossom: When is your surgery??

Betty,

So glad for you!

I am now trying to get in to see Dr. Provost as well. So I will try to keep in touch with you.

Just as I got everything in to Dr. Richard Carter in Arlington, received letter that he is no longer accepting BC/BS. They said that my insurance co. would pay the hospital fee, just not Dr. Carter. I was told that I could pay him $6,000.00 in cash and get it done. No thanks, I would go to Mexico 1st before I give him any cash.

Funny thing, insurance company can find everything I sent them, but nothing from the Docs office.

Bummer. Insurance directed me to Dr. Provost and I called and they are mailing "the packet" to me. Nothing like filling out these packets over and over.

Does anyone out there besides me, feel that some Doc offices really don't like to help us out.

I am in the medical profession and I don't treat my patients this way.

Sorry to ramble. It is so frustrating!

Betty, good luck and keep posting!

Terri

Terri - You will love Dr. Provost and his whole staff. I had a great experience while I was there the first time. I have to go back for my pre-op next Tuesday, so I will post and let you know how that went. He is a very busy doctor, but he is one of the best. I am really glad I chose him.

Congrats ILUVHARLEYS!

Only eleven days. Hear that dramatic music in the background?

And the timing is perfect. Winterize the ride, and next year you'll be able to accelerate even faster!

Thanks, I don't think I am ready to put my bike away, but I probably will anyway. We usually ride most of the year here in Texas. This year I will just take it easy. lol

I hope you are getting your ducks all in a row and will be right behind me. Keep me posted!

YAY, BETTY!!!!

I'm so excited for you!!! Whoo hooo!!!! Congrats!