A few important questions!! So anxious

rHello all! I am currently thinking of moving forward with revision surgery. So far I have gained 57lbs and counting. Has anyone been cleared for revision surgery (or first timers ) with a low BMI?

i will be self paying but not sure that it matters.

For self-payers ,

what were the requirements to be approved - if any?

how was your initial revision consultation?

How long did it take from initial consult till your surgery date?

Thank you you so much for your help in advance!!!!

Love having support.

Even though I’m self pay revision, I’m still going through all the appointments like cardio, endocrinologist, Nutritionist, etc. Then I’ll schedule a date.

hello, I was self pay revision from lapband to bypass. My BMI was around 32 (up from 25 when my lapband was unfilled 6 months earlier). The Dr (not my original lapband surgeon) who helped me when I had the complication and required a complete unfill would only take the band out and revise in two stages. I wanted to find a Dr to do it in one stage.

So the surgeon I ultimately chose did make me do the psych eval (which was very easy). Also for me personally (because I mentioned my binge eating problems) insisted I also start seeing an eating disorder counselor. Also saw the nutritionist one time and had an ekg and bloodwork.

During the appt I thought I wanted a sleeve, but because the damage the band caused to my esophagus he recommended bypass. At first I thought no way, but after thinking it through (and getting a third opinion!) I decided to do the bypass.

My initial visit was March 11 and scheduled for surgery April 26 (but due to my conflict it was moved to May 1).

Hope this helps

Stella