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gbrewster32
Member Since: 05/26/08
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Topic: RE: Went to my preop appointment....
I am really trying hard to stay positive.  I am getting really excited.  Trying to keep myself busy this week, I have a lot of cleaning to do this week.  I dont want to come home to a mess.  trying to think of all the things I want to pack,  I read somewhere to bring chapstick,  never used it in my life, but I bought it anyway to bring.  i am bringing my laptop to the motel the night before.  I am not sure If I will get service at the hospital, or if they will even let me bring it.  I have a bag that locks if thats what they are worried about.  Thinking about the phone, my family is going to want to get a hold of me, and I will want to call home, to check on my children, make sure all is well.  Home is long distance i assume.  I have a cell phone and will bring it but I have noticed alot of times that while in the hospital service is blocked.  I do have to call my family.  I cant go 2 to 3 days without knowing whats going on.  unless of course I am out of it. 
G. Brewster
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Brenlud
Niagara Falls, NY
Member Since: 08/14/06
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Topic: 3 days till TT surgery!
Almost there! Tummy getting Tucked on Tuesday! Felling not so nervous anymore but anxious! It feels great to have gotten this far. I am soooo happy I had Gastric Bypass. My life has completely changed. I love that I am so active and enjoying life to it's fullest! I wanna go..go...go and do it all. Thank you to everyone who has helped me see me through my journey, Love you!



Pre-op 278/Op 256/Goal 170/Lowest 138/Current 160 @ 5'9"/New Goal to maintain 150-160lbs.
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luanna_banana
Western, NY
Member Since: 11/03/07
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Topic: RE: Went to my preop appointment....
You'll be fine! Your surgery won't be canceled unless you become really sick right before surgery. Stay positive!


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ScottyB77
Oakland Gardens, NY
Member Since: 02/18/08
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Topic: I need a new Doctor

Hello Everyone, I work in NYC and Live in queens

I had RNY bypass 11/6/2007 and went from 347 to my current 207......140 down

My general physician seemed to be the right guy, but he doesnt know enough about post surgery care.....last night I had an issue and I think its bypass related

Can anyone recommend a good Doctor?

My Bypass was done at Lenox Hill by Dr. Shah......he's great

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kebbier
Saratoga Springs, NY
Member Since: 10/19/07
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Topic: Medifast Question
Hi Guys:
Ok so im going into my second week of Medifat. WOW the first few days were hard but sometime during the sixth day someting must have clicked becasue it got easier. I have done alot of sole searching this week. Trying to make my body understand that although i thought i was starving i really wasnt it was in my head. (its really too bad i cant get a new head too). HATING the texture of the shakes sure hasnt helped but they gave me a soy free one this week and it has no milky feel . Im afraid to say but i actually like it. Anyway i am happy with my weigh loss this week 7 pounds. But i have no idea what te normal weight loss is. Can any of you that have doen this tell me what i should be loosing. The nurse was very sweet and told me i did a great job but i never thought to ask what is a :good weight loss". I am a little nervous as my surgery is in less than 3 weeks  im not sure how much i can loose. My Dr.,has never said ok i want you to lose this amount. Any way after my ramble here i guess my question is this
How much weight should you lose each week on medifast.
Also did anyone else have a problem getting in all their shakes?
Thanks everyone and i hope EVERYONE has a week of WOW'S and happiness

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mollypitcher08
Member Since: 02/28/08
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Topic: RE: Approved!
Yeah! Oct. 1st will come very fast and then it will be all over and you can begin to live again! Congrats-You deserve it-Thoughts and prayers go with you to Cleveland- You can do it!! Take good care, ok?  Mary
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Lauren H.
North of NYC, Botswana
Member Since: 08/06/08
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Topic: RE: Approved!
Congrats!  Sending positive thoughts your way for a fast and speedy recovery.
^Lauren^ 

My old avatar is back by special request!  And it's just been one of those days...
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Lauren H.
North of NYC, Botswana
Member Since: 08/06/08
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Topic: RE: Went to my preop appointment....
I'm not sure if the insurance company is concerned about an up or down movement, isn't usually the surgeon because he's the one who has to move your liver out of the way?  I'm not sure what your insurance requirement is.  I hope that you don't have a problem.

Stay positive!
^Lauren^ 

My old avatar is back by special request!  And it's just been one of those days...
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MARCIAM
FARMINGVILLE, NY
Member Since: 04/06/06
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Topic: RE: Approved!
Congratulations on getting your date and good luck to you!
Marcia 297/216 so far/140
Planning a Revision to RNY
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MARCIAM
FARMINGVILLE, NY
Member Since: 04/06/06
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Topic: RE: GHI insurance anyone?
I'm a retired New York City teacher with GHI.  My doctor is out of network, however he accepts GHI's payment checks plus the copays. I am very lucky and he is a fantastic doctor. His name is Edward Cussatti and he is in West Islip, NY.  He works out of Good Samaritan Hospital also in West Islip.  He is a wonderful and caring surgeon. Tell your friend that he is worth the trip to Long Island! His office phone number is 631-422-0909.  PM me if you need any other information.   
Marcia 297/216 so far/140
Planning a Revision to RNY
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Neongem
East Patchogue, NY
Member Since: 05/14/07
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Topic: RE: Approved!
CONGRATS!!!  Its like winning the lottery, isn't it?
 
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Neongem
East Patchogue, NY
Member Since: 05/14/07
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Topic: RE: GHI insurance anyone?
 i have the same insurance.. im a teacher in NYC. my surgeon Dr. Spencer Holover takes GHI insurance. He is in Dr. Shawn Garber's office in New Hyde Park on Long Island.
Awesome surgeon. Awesome practice.
My year anniversary was yesterday.
Good Luck to him :-)
 
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luvsexytrstno1
Anchorage, AK
Member Since: 11/11/04
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Topic: new product review!
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Amy C.
Old Chatham, NY
Member Since: 10/08/05
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Topic: RE: New Year
Wow Jacque! There are a lot of similarities between what you have gone through and my journey! Our golden retriever died one year ago yesterday, and right after that my ex bailed out of our marriage. I am just starting year 2 of a 3 year master's degree (Nurse Practitioner) and it has been very challenging. My friends and family keep reminding me how many changes my body and mind and spirit have been through, and to take it easy on myself. It's sometimes hard to remember that major body and mind changes take a while to catch up to!

If you aren't already, I hope that you and your spouse consider therapy. It can be very helpful.

Congrats on your tremendous success after surgery! 53 pounds! Go Girl! Congrats also on the marriage of your daughter and soon to be marriage of your son. What a sweet time for them and for you.

I don't think folks always realize what changes do occur after a major body transformation like with WLS. It IS a roller coaster ride, and certainly worth the rough and bumpy, but it is just that: a rough and bumpy ride!

Good luck with school! Thanks for your input.

Hugs,
Amy
Open RNY 05/02/06 with Dr. Carl Rosati, Albany Medical Center
301/170/goal 160? Abdominoplasty on 8/21/07 with Dr. Jerome Chao, Albany Medical Center
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jdm511
Ballston spa, NY
Member Since: 03/16/08
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Topic: RE: HELP!!!!
My surgery was scheduled about 3 or 4 months prior to my acutual surgery.  This was even before I had any of my preop testing done .  My insurance company approved me in 2 days after all the required information had been submitted.  I acutally got a phone call from my insurance company to tell me that I had been approved for surgery.  This was about two weeks prior to surgery.

Good luck.  Don't be afraid to call your insurace company and ask where you are in the approval process.  I would think they should be very excited to tell you that you have been approved for a $50,000.00 surgery.

Jim
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Lisa L.
Nesconset, NY
Member Since: 09/13/06
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Topic: RE: HELP!!!!
Keep on top of y our surgeon's office as well as the insurance company. They MUST submit your paperwork ASAP!! Some insurance companies take longer than others for approval. I,too, am surgprised that they scheduled your surgery without the approval first.

Good luck with all of this. Keep us informed.
Hugs,
Lisa



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Lisa L.
Nesconset, NY
Member Since: 09/13/06
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Topic: RE: Approved!

Congratulations on your approval and date! October 1 is only a few weeks away. The waiting is the hardest part.
Hugs,
Lisa
 



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Momof3Boys
Member Since: 05/17/08
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Topic: GHI insurance anyone?
Has anyone used GHI insurance for RNY surgery?  If so, can you direct me to a surgeon who accepts it?  My friend has GHI and lives in NJ (husband works for New York City Schools).  Thank you!
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gbrewster32
Member Since: 05/26/08
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Topic: Went to my preop appointment....
And  stepped on their scale that wasnt level and it said I weighed 10lbs more than I did with the scale upstairs!  Naturally i was almost in tears.  I asked everyone who would listen if that meant  the surgery would be cancelled, and the one said she didnt know.  but the other nurse said she has never seen it happened.  and the dr said the only thing he has seen is surgeries cancelled over high gluclose.  Now I cant rest easy.  I didnt see the surgeon, but the PA.  Which weight goes to the insurance to be approved the one at the Surgeon consultation or the pre op?  I heard the the one at the surgeon's appt.  I saw him the last time. my next appearance is the actual surgery sept 16
G. Brewster
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dawnmc3
West Falls, NY
Member Since: 04/03/08
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Topic: RE: Approved!
Congratulations!!!  I know you have waited and gone through a lot to get to this point.  October will be here soon!

Dawn
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DonBab
Rome, NY
Member Since: 02/18/08
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Topic: Approved!
I got e-mails last night from my doctors office (yes MORE than one!) Saying that insurance has approved me.

My date is October 1st.  I am having a VSG done.  Hi ho, off to Cleveland I go!



 

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teresaNnyc
new york, NY
Member Since: 05/25/07
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Topic: RE: HELP!!!!
Be sure you get the approval number ASAP.
Someone I know went ahead and had her RNY at NYU and the surgeon's office told her it was OK'ed and now she's has a $29,000 medical bill her insurance won't pay because she took NYU's word that things were set up ahead of time.

All the best!
289/268/140/140
Highest Weight/Surgery/Current/Goal

BMI 51.2/47.5/24.8/24.8
HighestBMI/Surgery/Current/Goal

Plastic Surgery Consult: June 26, 2008!!
Made GOAL weight August 2, 2008!!

And YES I still eat Carbs and Fats but I know what portion control is!!


Surgery Date: 6/5/07
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Lauren H.
North of NYC, Botswana
Member Since: 08/06/08
[Latest Posts]

Topic: RE: HELP!!!!
Good luck with things.  I'm really surprised that they scheduled your sugery date without the insurance approval first.  I almost wish my doc would do that so I don't have to wait extra time after the approval for the surgery.  I want it done NOWWWWW,
^Lauren^ 

My old avatar is back by special request!  And it's just been one of those days...
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Trish6660
Long Island, NY
Member Since: 05/04/05
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Topic: RE: post op needs abdominalplasty support
I'm ahead of you.  I phoned my plastic surgeon's office yesterday and they are going to try to intercede by calling Dr. Ahmad's office directly.   It's sad but even they agreed that there is a problem with Dr. Ahmad's office staff :(    I plan to show up without warning next Thurs night which is Dr. A's late night and I will cause a HUGE scene if I don't have my letter by then.  Another patient of Dr. A's called 2 weeks ago regarding pain and she has yet to receive a return phone call!!  Something is so very wrong lately with his staff and communication.   I've asked for a release form so that I can have my medical records transferred to a different surgeon for support and follow-up.  Dr. A obviously can't handle the case load he has.  If anyone is looking for a new job in getting him organized, perhpas you should send your resume?  He desperately needs an office manager and someone more efficient at handling his clientele.
 Trish
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jamiecatlady5
UPSTATE, NY
Member Since: 11/20/05
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Topic: RE: post op needs abdominalplasty support
Perhaps write the letter yourself (find examples online or ask others to send you a copy of theirs) and make an apt wiht the doctor to sign it, of make an apt and ask it be written by hand then....just a few thoughts.
Take Care,
Jamie Ellis RN MS NPP

100cm proximal Lap RNY 10/9/02 Dr. Singh Albany, NY
320(preop)/163(lowest)/185(current)  5'9'' (lost 45# before surgery)
Plastics 6/9/04 & 11/11/2005  Dr. King
www.albanyplasticsurgeons.com
http://www.obesityhelp.com/member/jamiecatlady5/
"Being happy doesn't mean everything's perfect, it just means you've decided to see beyond the imperfections!"
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Jacque V.
Kinderhook, NY
Member Since: 01/23/04