Hi there everyone! I'm a nervous newbie who is just starting her journey into the world of bariatric surgery. I've had weight issues for years and resultant complications has just made me realise that this is probably my only option at this point. Is anyone else in the Sydney area undergoing their procedures this year? Would love to hear some stories and some advice, especially in regards to early release of super or getting it done through Medicare. Xx

Hey,

I'm from up in Brisbane, QLD. I actually just had my gastric sleeve surgery last week (20 Jan). When are you going in for surgery?

In terms of Medicare, they only contribute around $600 for anaesthetic costs (usually around $1000-$1200).

Joanne

Hi I'm living in Perth and was sleeved last May. I don't remember the exact dollar amount but after medicare and health insurance it cost me about $5000. Probably saved that amount on my grocery bill by now! It has been an awesome journey and I am just about at goal. Never thought I'd be a size 12. Good luck!

Hi, I'm from Sydney Metro area and I am getting a sleeve done this year. I'm meeting with the surgeon in March to choose a surgery date. I don't have private health insurance. I thought early super release would be an option but found out you have to prove you can't pay for it any other way, which includes getting private health and waiting a year. So I'm paying for it all myself. Cost estimate is $22,000.

Hi I'm from the Macarthur region and I am having my sleeve done in May. Super will pay for it as long as your condition is deemed to be life threatening and you have another condition.

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Hi,

I am from Sydney, had surgery 4 days ago, still in hospital.

All going better than expected, little pain, on full fluids, not hungry.

Going home tomorrow.

Private insurance covering hospital, out of pocket will be about $6K, most of the doctors fees as Medicare and fund pay very little.

$22K sounds very expensive Chaning.my.life

Would love to be in touch with local people going through the same thing.

Warm regards

Marivero

Hi,

I am from Sydney, had surgery 4 days ago, still in hospital.

All going better than expected, little pain, on full fluids, not hungry.

Going home tomorrow.

Private insurance covering hospital, out of pocket will be about $6K, most of the doctors fees as Medicare and fund pay very little.

$22K sounds very expensive Chaning.my.life

Would love to be in touch with local people going through the same thing.

Warm regards

Marivero

Congratulations! Glad to hear it all went well. Which hospital?

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I am at North Shore Private

I am at North Shore Private

Good Luck

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Hi there everyone! I'm a nervous newbie who is just starting her journey into the world of bariatric surgery. I've had weight issues for years and resultant complications has just made me realise that this is probably my only option at this point. Is anyone else in the Sydney area undergoing their procedures this year? Would love to hear some stories and some advice, especially in regards to early release of super or getting it done through Medicare. Xx

When are you getting the surgery and where at ?

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In 28 days I will be reborn at Concord Hospital! Getting slightly excited now! I already have my bag packed. I can't wait for the next part of my life to begin.

I hope everyone is feeling well that have already been in and big love to all of you still waiting.

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I started my Optimist pre-op yesterday. Seems to be going well. I made the baked asparagus and mushrooms from the book that I bought "Your complete guide to nutrition for Weight Loss Surgery" and it was absolutely delicious.

I am now eight days away from a new me (surgery 11th May 2016 at The Mater) and getting nervous and excited, not sure which one is more. Weighed yesterday and going to measure myself today.

How is everyone ?

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I'm a newbie.. Having surgery next Friday.. Can't sleep so reading up on everyone's posts. I'm halfway thru the VLCD diet and anxious about next week

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I'm a newbie.. Having surgery next Friday.. Can't sleep so reading up on everyone's posts. I'm halfway thru the VLCD diet and anxious about next week

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Good Luck

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Thanks ausmith

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