Hello,

I'm new to this site, however a long time poster on Obesity Help. I was referred here by a friend.

I'm nearly two years post op and have lost 165 pounds. I've had a port fix, gallbladder surgery, lastly, a slip repair in April. And face yet another slip. My original surgeon said that my slip was caused by my weight loss and the fat padding shrinking. My new surgeon was able to "fix" the slip. Five months later I'm faced with yet another slip that my surgeon describes as "dramaticlly different". We are going to discuss my options on Wednesday when I have my next barium swallow after two weeks of liquids.

At any rate, I was wondering if any others have had recurring slips. My insurance will not recover replacement and this has me stressing out a bit.

Any experiences would be appreciated.

Thanks!

Kim

www.kimswlsjourney.com

Kim, I didn't see your original post for some reason, but I'm SO GLAD to hear that things are doing well for now.

Kim, I had my surgery at Surgery Center of R as well. Will have my first fill there on Monday. I hope it all goes smoothly. Probably take me awhile to feel restriction since I have a VG band, but I will get there one pound at a time. Dr. Benavides was my doctor.

Good luck with Cigna. That is what I have and they would not approve me and I met all the criteria.

I have heard you can get approved after the surgery anyone ever heard of that?

I have only had one slip.. I am self pay,, IF you end up paying for the second slip,, you looking at a cost of $5200.00.. GOOD luck to you.. This price is from a DR. in TJ, Mexico

Diane in San DIego