After a few grueling months of doctors appointments and waiting games with the insurance company, I finally have been approved to have the gastric sleeve surgery!! My process began in August when I really had a moment that opened my eyes to how overweight I really was. I was going on vacation with my friends and for the first time was unable to buckle my seatbelt on the airplane. Embarrassingly I had to ask the flight attendant for an extender. as soon as I got home I sat and talked with my doctor about how I've tried gyms and Jenny Craig and weight watchers, and these things just don't seem to be working for me. My weight is something I've struggled with my entire life, so this surgery was brought to my attention. I attended a seminar by Doctor Adam Goldstein, and next thing i knew I was having my consultation with him and receiving my check list. My insurance is Horizon NJ Health, and they took about a month or so (I think mostly because of the holidays and being closed a lot) to get back to me, but I was approved with no issues. I am SO thrilled for this new exciting chapter that is about to begin for me. My pre-OP appointment is on Monday (Jan 11th) and my surgery will most likely be 3 weeks from there. I will get a date on Monday though. Sorry this was so long but i just wanted to share my journey with you all!!

This is a current picture of me and my sister, the skinny little batman! Haha

Edited January 5, 201610 yr by melmenno

Congratulations!

I started my journey in August also! I am scheduled for the OR in early February so we will run the gauntlet at the same time!

Super cute photo by the way ????

My doctor is in the same practice...

Take a photo this same time next year with your skinny little batman!You two will look like twins because you will be the same size.Congratulations you are on your way!

Congrats in your approval. I'm finishing up my last hurdle before all my paperwork is sent in. Can't wait!!!

Had my preop appointment yesterday! All is well, and surgery is scheduled for February 16th! Received my two week pre-op diet plan which I will begin February 2nd. I am beyond ecstatic and eager for this life altering day!!!! :)

Congrats on your approval! Loved the pic too. ????

Congrats on your approval and you two look adorable in this pic!

Congratulations! I just got approved Friday and am scheduled for surgery on the 25th. Isn't this exciting!?