Looking for people who are just starting the bariatric process

[Delia1434 21]

I'm just starting out as well. Went to my consult on Monday, but I'm not sure if I really want to use this doc. The psych eval is $300 out of pocket, and they won't let me use my current therapist. Not sure I like that, plus it's kind of far from my house. I live in Silver Spring, MD and it's in Fairfax, VA.

They did give me orders to get my EKG, abdominal u/s, chest X-rays, and EGD, scheduled, so I've got them scheduled and if I do change surgeons I can still use the same reports.

I'm going to a seminar for another surgeon closer to me at Howard University Hospital, and I've heard great things about them. Both places are Centers of Excellence, so I should be good either way.

But I did like the fact that Howard will allow me to use my own therapist for the psych eval. I mean, who can better determine if I'm able to handle such a life change, than the provider who has been seeing me for a couple of years now? Just makes sense.

The only thing I'm not too happy about is the 6 month program. The first surgeon said it HAS to be medically supervised through them, but never bothered to verify my insurance when I have actually asked them. Anthem Blue Cross told me it could be any weight loss program like even WW. Inova told me no, that's not true. I actually spoke with the pre-certification group and they directed me to the medical policy where it states that it should be a non-surgical attempt for 6 months in the last 2 years, evaluated by the requesting physician.

Anyways, I have invoices/records of the medical weight loss clinic I joined last year, and I'm going to try to use those.

I just want to get this done ASAP so I can start to feel like a normal person by the time my bday rolls around in June. Lol

Me too. My birthday is in June I have to do a 3 month Dr supervised diet and my pcp has no idea what I mean I have to tell her what to write for the diet notes. I started on March 21 and I am losing weight fast on Atkins induction diet. I have a ton to lose. I have a whole day of tests on Friday. I probably will have my sugery around my birthday. I will be the big 40!! I gave birth to twins in September 2015. Lots going on here. I have 5 boys all together. Well I will tell ya'll more after friday

I'm just starting the process as well! I attended the seminar last month and have my first appointment next week. I have no idea what to expect for this first appointment, but I'm super excited. ???? ????????

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[Dreaming_of_thin 1]

I'm just starting out, as well. My information session isn't until 4/20 and I'm already a ball of nerves along with excitement and a lot of fear, too. Nice to meet you and I hope all goes well for you in the future!

[SevenLeafClover 0]

I had my first consultation yesterday and so much information was thrown at me. I don't know where to begin. And I've already failed my diet twice today.

[HanSolo1977 261]

I'm about mid-point through the process. I see the dietician and the psychologist again on 4/18. Took all the psych tests last week... MMPI plus five others... two hours ugh.

No one at my clinic is mentioning an endoscope. Is that standard?

Likely I'll be in surgery in July.

[BlueEyed4u 11]

I believe so

[BlueEyed4u 11]

I believe my surgery won't to till September/October

[02CDMB 37]

I also am newly starting the process I've watched a siminar had my first visit with the Doctor yesterday I went to a class and support meeting that is required now I'm waiting to see the Diatition . I have to do the 6 month weight loss with my primary care doctor . I'm wondering has anyone had trouble loosing weight I sure have I felt like I starved myself and only lost 3 pounds in a month .

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As long as your losing that is all that matters!! Keep up the good work!

[Twinkle Toes 29]

I had my surgery consult yesterday--as everyone has said...TONS of information!! It was a great appointment & I really like my surgeon--my PCP recommended him & said he would have him operate on himself.

He ordered a mammogram (scheduled tomorrow morning), a chest xray (I just have to go & get it done) and and endoscope...which he didn't have an opening on his schedule until April 26th...bummed about that because they can't send my file to the insurance company for approval until all my test results are in. So I'm hoping for late May/early June for a surgery date. But my surgeon is taking some time off in both May & June..ugh!!

Wish I could click my heels together & it was 3 weeks from now!!

[Mudgy6 88]

Autumn1981- I've been going to dietician for 3months and only lost 1pound. I'm not going to worry about it. Just strive the do more

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[spdmonkeymama 36]

I am 2 months into the medically monitor 6 months with my pcp. It looks like I won't have surgery until October but that's more personal choice.

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[De fluff 59]

I'm scheduled for surgery on April 21st. Super excited

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[Mudgy6 88]

My psych evaluation went great with no problems. YAY ME

[~Pam~64~ 15]

On month 2 of 6. Struggling

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[jeanfun 3]

Don't lose to much. I lost and it made the surgeon decide not to perform the surgery

[Lemm61 206]

Really @@jeanfun? That seems so unfair! We've all probably lost 100s of pounds over and over again and gained even more.'WLS is that tool to help you keep it off.