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Topic: RE: Patients of Dr. John-Baptiste

I am sorry to hear about his troubles.  May his soul rest in peace. 

Topic: nervous!!
Hi all... my name is Michelle... I am schedule to have surgery on the 29th of this month.... I'm so nervous about everything!! I haven't got my medical necessity letter because my doctor denied to me I change my doctor and hopefully he gives me the letter tomorrow =/ also. Medicaid doesn't covers the psych test and I have to go and pay 150$ out of pocket with a private doctor... I'm so worried my endurance won't accept the surgery... help!!
Topic: RE: Surgions that take Medicaid...
On January 30, 2013 at 11:13 AM Pacific Time, BigBlackMama wrote:
So I'm going through the motions of try to find a "GOOD" surgion. After about 100 calls to different Dr.'s I see I'm very limited to who I can choose for this life changing decision. Please Help, just was a surgion that comes recomended!
Dr rage sadek in nee Brunswick is really good and take United healthcare community plan.. 7326401653
Topic: RE: Checking in to say Hello!

6 months and you were more than halfway there!!!  That's terrific!!   Weekends are rough, hard to stay on track when the schedule is so different...   I'm sure you'll figure it out!   Hope the numbers for month 7 are as good!    Mary

DS Part 1 (VSG) 11/14/06     DS Part 2   12/18/07
HW 430  SW  400   CW  160  GW 200   Blog: lifeisgood-mc.blogspot.com

Topic: RE: Checking in to say Hello!
Hey I am new to the forums, so hopefully I can figure out how to post a picture and find my response again tonight, lol. 7 mo post Rny had it October 15. 2012. Need to weigh get weighed tomorrow again. at my 6 month I was down 51 lbs and 56% of my excess weight. Happy with that but feel like i am starting to stall and bad habits creeping up on the weekends, what's up with that. Really want to get to a size 10, I was an 18 at my highest. Looking for support on these message boards! Thanks for posting.
Susan from s.j.
Topic: RE: size of pouch

I am only about 7 months it and feel that I sometimes don't feel full.  I have done a five day pouch test and it did allow me to feel full again.  It had something to do with the slider foods.  Trying to still keep to protein and veggies and weighing out 4 oz. it seems like good news for you that the pouch is still small.  Hope all goes well with you. Are you aware of any local groups that meet? My surgery was in Philadelphia and the groups are monthly but a pain to go over to the city after work.  I do make the monthly group meeting with the therapists and a small group of Jefferson patients and feel I should still get some one on one with the Trappist too.

 

I am still feeling my way around this site looking for added support. 

 

 

Topic: RE: Monmouth County
Hi,
I am from Monmouth County, but I did not use your surgeon though.

Andrea
Topic: RE: size of pouch

thank you. I had endoscopy and was told mine was still small.But I can eat and never feel full.

Topic: RE: LOOK HERE FOR SUPPORT!

Thank you so much for posting this Sheri,

 

I am scheduled to work but if my intestinal tract keeps acting up I may not be working so I am going to try to make it..

 

Lois

Topic: RE: size of pouch
from what i know it should remain the size of an orange...i am having an endoscopy this week and will ask the doctor.
Topic: LOOK HERE FOR SUPPORT!
If you need support, a helping hand, reassurance, motivation or friendship, you have come to the right place! We are a special and wonderful group!

First Saturday Support is a peer to peer bariatric support group for pre and post opers seeking support in a neutral and caring place. This warm and welcoming group was formed by two bariatric patients in March 2007 and has been going on monthly ever since! We meet on the first Saturday of each month at the RWJ Fitness & Wellness Center Conference Room (kitchen side) at 10:30am. Please join us, Our May meeting will be this Saturday May 4. For further info email me: Sheraine (facilitator) at: firstsaturdaysupport@gmail.com.

PS-Our meeting place is conveniently located just minutes off exit 135 of the GSP in Scotch Plains.

RWJ Fitness & Wellness
2120 Lambertsmill Road
Scotch Plains 07076

Come see for yourself! Looking forward to meeting you!
Topic: Could someone tell me where to finda good support group in Monmouth county

Hi! 

Its been years since I have been on. I am 6 years out from RNY. I have had many struggles with my surgery and I am in need of a good support group and gastro doctor who will work with post gastric pt's who have had difficulties and understand their needs.

If anyone can guide me that would be great!!!

 

Thanks,

Lois

Topic: RE: Patients of Dr. John-Baptiste

Hey Sheri,

 

We met about 6 or so years ago.. I had read he had some trouble a few years ago and I also had my own issues with him.. But how very very sad it is to hear... 

 

Topic: Checking in to say Hello!

The Board's been quiet....and I haven't been online too much...  Just wanted to say Hi to the old timers in NJ, and , of course, welcome the newbies....   Has anyone tried to plan an IGT?  I know Tom was over-busy a bit back....  I'm just wondering if I missed anything?  :)

   Anyway,  I'm still maintaining my weight loss,  never reached my 'normal weight' goal but keeping the 260 lb loss off , and struggling to reach my protein goals, my vitamin levels, etc...   Sigh...   If only proteins were as easy to eat as carbs...  LOL....  

   If you've read this far, post something, a roll-call, saying where you are in your journey, how is it going, and let's see if we can pick the Jersey board up again!!      Mary  C

DS Part 1 (VSG) 11/14/06     DS Part 2   12/18/07
HW 430  SW  400   CW  160  GW 200   Blog: lifeisgood-mc.blogspot.com

Topic: RE: support groups nj

hEY JERSEY GIRL . HOW U BEEN? MAYBE WE COULD HIT A FEW GROUPS TOGETHER .I'M  7 DAYS POST-OP. AND DOWN 16PDS.WHOA111  

Topic: HI

Doe's anyone know how to get medicaid to approve protein supplement.. And r good and not expensive. Also i was told they will also pay for most of the vitamins. O NE OF THE VITAMINS IS LEAVING ME WITH A TERRIBLE METAL TASTEIN MYMOUTH THINK IT MIGHT B THE IRON ANYONE ELSE HAVING THIS PROBLEM AND WHAT CAN I DO ABOUT IT.  HOPE ALL ON OH HADA BLESSED DAY.

Topic: RE: MEDICAID AND MEDICARE SURGEONS LIST!

hi my name is Nancy. I am from North jersey and I can't seem to find a doctor that does bariatric surgery for medicaid at all. My doctor's say me doing this surgery will save me from my health problems and give me a much longer life span,. i am freaking out if i don't find one. i have CHF,DIABETES,PCOS,ACID REFUX (FROM ALL THE MEDS IM ON),HIGH CHOLESTEROL, HIGH TRIGLYCERIDES, FACET ARTHROSIS, SI JOINT DEGENERATION, PSEUDOTUMOR CEREBRI, AND A MICRO ADENOMA IN MY PITUITARY GLAND. THEY SAID AT LEAST MOST OF MY HEALTH PROBLEMS WILL DISAPPEAR FROM THE BARIATRIC SURGERY and losing weight. please help me find a doctor!!! i have horizon nj health(hmo, medicaid)

Topic: Upcoming Weight Loss Event: May 18, Philadelphia

http://eattobeat.eventbrite.com/

 

12:30pm-1:00pm:  Registration

 

1:00pm-1:15pm:  Welcome and Introduction

Dr. Marc Neff, SSNJ and Kennedy Health Systems:

 

1:15pm-2:00pm:   “Life after the Biggest Loser”

Nicole Michalik, Biggest Loser Season Four

 

2:00pm-2:20pm: Weight Loss Warrior

 

2:20pm-2:40pm: Speaker

 

2:40pm-3:00pm: Break

 

3:00pm-3:20pm: Weight Loss Warrior

 

3:20pm-3:50pm: “Relationships after Weight Loss”

Louisa Latela, MSW, LCSW

 

3:50-4:10pm: Weight Loss Warrior

 

4:10pm-4:30pm: “Top Five Super Food For Weight Loss”

Cheri Leahy, RD, LDN

 

4:30pm-5:00pm:  Closing:

David Ralic, Owner of Ralic’s on South

 

 




14 pounds lost before surgery. My first ticker is when I hit onderland: this was my goal when I started on this journey.  I want to focus on that right now...once I get there I can reevaluate.

My second ticker is my dream goal. Even if I only visit there for a short time, it would be nice to see that number just once.  I am pretty sure I'll need plastics to hit this goal.

            
Topic: RE: Patients of Dr. John-Baptiste

I agree - he was a great surgeon.  His death was the selfish escape and he leaves his kids without a daddy.  I loved him and he will be missed.

Karen in NJ 


Topic: Patients of Dr. John-Baptiste
Thought you may want to know that Dr. John-Baptiste passed away approximately one week ago at the age of 39. May he rest in peace with whatever demons invaded his life. He was a brilliant surgeon but he was unable to sustain his medical license as his career spiraled out of control over the last 3 years. I am privileged that he saved my life and gave me a tool that transformed me into a healthier person!