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Hello everyone,

My name is Zee. I’m from the Philadelphia area, 36 yr old wife and mother of 4 (1 going off to college next month). Had my first appointment with my surgeon Dr. Soans on 5/6/23. Did all my lab test, EKG, Pulmonologist appt, 2 out of 3 of the required Nutrition classes, 2 follow up 1 on 1 with nutritionist and found out I have sleep apnea. Have a cpap machine now and have been cleared by the pulmonologist. Have a follow up with surgeon on 7/6/23. Have been following what I am to do strictly so I’m hoping that goes well. I know I have to see a psychologist but don’t know when yet. I have Keystone First health insurance so I made sure to call them first and see if surgery was covered before starting this Journey.

Really looking forward to this surgery so I can be more active in my kids lives.

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10 hours ago, ZeeGee said:

Hello everyone,

My name is Zee. I’m from the Philadelphia area, 36 yr old wife and mother of 4 (1 going off to college next month). Had my first appointment with my surgeon Dr. Soans on 5/6/23. Did all my lab test, EKG, Pulmonologist appt, 2 out of 3 of the required Nutrition classes, 2 follow up 1 on 1 with nutritionist and found out I have sleep apnea. Have a cpap machine now and have been cleared by the pulmonologist. Have a follow up with surgeon on 7/6/23. Have been following what I am to do strictly so I’m hoping that goes well. I know I have to see a psychologist but don’t know when yet. I have Keystone First health insurance so I made sure to call them first and see if surgery was covered before starting this Journey.

Really looking forward to this surgery so I can be more active in my kids lives.

Congrats on the start of your journey! Best wishes on your success! I too am in the preop stages. Not much longer and I will schedule my surgery.

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That is so exciting! Congratulations and Good Luck… looking forward to hearing all about your journey

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Hey there everyone. South Jersey medical professional who got very fat during COVID … work/ sleep/ eat / repeat… to balloon up to 265!

going to surgery on September 15th for gastric bypass. scared, hopeful, studying the procedure and just learning for the next two months!

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Helloooooo

that’s so exciting! Welcome and congratulations 🎉 I have my final appointment on 8/3/23. I’m hoping it’ll be a September date as well fingers crossed 🤞🏼

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On 6/29/2023 at 4:46 AM, ZeeGee said:

Hello everyone,

My name is Zee. I’m from the Philadelphia area, 36 yr old wife and mother of 4 (1 going off to college next month). Had my first appointment with my surgeon Dr. Soans on 5/6/23. Did all my lab test, EKG, Pulmonologist appt, 2 out of 3 of the required Nutrition classes, 2 follow up 1 on 1 with nutritionist and found out I have sleep apnea. Have a cpap machine now and have been cleared by the pulmonologist. Have a follow up with surgeon on 7/6/23. Have been following what I am to do strictly so I’m hoping that goes well. I know I have to see a psychologist but don’t know when yet. I have Keystone First health insurance so I made sure to call them first and see if surgery was covered before starting this Journey. If you need essay for sale you can find it on essaylab

Really looking forward to this surgery so I can be more active in my kids lives.

Your thorough preparation, including lab tests, appointments, and following the recommended steps, shows your dedication. Taking care of your sleep apnea with a CPAP machine is a positive step too. Seeing a psychologist will provide valuable support along the way. It's wonderful that you've checked your insurance coverage beforehand. Keep up the fantastic work, and I hope the upcoming follow-up with your surgeon goes well. Wishing you all the best on your path to being more active in your kids' lives!

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