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 Nearly a month later,i finally hear something. my paperwork is going to medical review next tuesday. I have jumped through so many hoops and i have met every requirement! i dont understand whats taking so long :( 

 Man it's good to see familiar faces with the same concerns. Well....kind of good. I have been an OH lurker for many years and watched soldierbaby be a great success and I think have a baby and still be a success. Sorry to hear that everyone is having the same issues. It's interesting to think that no matter what we do or for how long we will never change our thought and habit processes when it comes to food. We are the unlucky people who will battle weight for our entire lives. Having realized all this just recently.... And realized a 20 lb gain in the past year, I sought professional help. Not the kind you're thinking... Those white coats make my butt look big. No, I went the old fashioned route and talked to an old weight loss doc. He suggested cutting the carbs. Completely.. Like the old days... Give everything in your house to your neighbors, burn the rest (just kidding) and start over. No chips, crackers, bread, pasta, or candy. No sugery pops and no buts. He handed me the diet plan for the HCG people and said "use this as a guide" then he kicked my rear out and said to come back in a week. So no, I'm not doing hcg or eating only 500 calories, but I am now working on very lean proteins and veggies and have eradicated the nasty from my life. It sucks. There is no way around it. The good thing is that the results are instantaneous. It's like surgery all over again....except I dont hurt and I can eat on day one. 

When all else fails, go back to the beginning. You don't need to pay Walton or anyone else for this advice, I am giving it free. The restart plan isn't what you think, it's protein bars and shakes and all the stuff that doesn't really fit with our lives. It's expensive and time consuming. I know. I tried. Stay true to what you already know. We've been here before and we can overcome this. 

I would choose the same surgeon again...Dr. Ronald Keith from Norman, OK.  He has done thousands of surgeries and is from a "Center of Excellence" which is the only place medicare will pay for the surgery to be done.  Dr. Keith is meticulous in ensuring his patience get perfect care (with a specially trained staff at the hospital).  I would do it again in a heartbeat.  I had RNY 3 years ago this week and am at goal weight for almost 18 months. 

The secret to success is DON'T CHEAT the first year and take all vitamins and supplements.  Most people who gain their weight back are cheating or say they don't have time to eat mostly protein....Follow eggface on here (www.theworldaccordingtoeggface.com) and use some of her recipes...currently, if I crave something, I eat a few bites and give the rest away to neighbors or leave it on my plate...I had to learn that. 

Of course it's uncomfortable and hard at first, but well worth it.  I can now cross my legs, chase my grandchildren, and actually take a walk or visit an arts fair!!!

ONLY go to a center of excellence since the beds and chairs are bigger, staff are trained to accommodate bariatric patients and my hospital stay was fantastic!  Of course I began to hate the people who wanted me to get out of bed and walk every day, but who doesn't :)

 Hi Sarah,
Now I didn't have RNY, but I just wanted you to know that there are times when I am severely restricted and then there are days where, if I pace myself, I can eat all day long. I had my DS 2 yrs ago tomorrow. My weight the day of surgery ws 356 and I now fluctuate between 150-155. I think sometimes out "stomachs" are still confused. Good luck with the rest of your adventure.
Tonya

Thanks for the information!  I know that they are reluctant to perform the surgery on someone who is still overweight but I can document medical necessity.  I have severe arthritis in my lower spine in addition to a history of persistent problems under the skin fold caused by trapped moisture and inverse psoriasis.  When I had my back surgery back in 2009 the neurosurgeon was very pro panni because it would help the spinal pain.  I have been to the doctor a bizillion times with the rash/infection yuck stuff that everyone thinks is yeast.  I have even had doctors biopsy it because they were going to find out what this stuff is.....  It never ends and I am tired....and going down hill. 

I am a nervous wreck !! I have now completed12 months of supervised diet,as my insurance claimed I had to to do,after originally telling me 6 months... My paperwork has been submitted.I will lose my mind if they deny this time !!!!  Keep me in your thoughts please ! I have worked so hard and put in a ridiculous amount of travel time !! 

Average is 12,000.00... if insurance pays.
I had rny insurance pacificare paid 100% even paid for my tt and all of the other surgeries I had to have plus the meds for MRSA which were not cheap.
Before you look for a surgeon make sure insurance will cover the procedure.some wont

Okay when I speak to I am also speaking right back at ME!
I am going on five years post op. and my ride has been well helious!
 Did not ever to get to goal but hey when u start where I did getting too 200 is one heck of a goal.
Any who..what do u do to get back on track..plan
I took and looked at pics of when I was at 200..OH WOW that was me????
I have gained uh hum 75 pounds since I got married in 2010. No one threatened me no body held a gun to my head I was happy so I cooked and fed my new hubby and son... Made home made bread cookies and cakes pies and oh my candy...
I tried months ago to get back on program promising myself I could do it.
And then I ate a cookie and said oh crap I failed again.
Today yes sweetie today I looked at ophotos of me and I fel this urge to slap myself to beat me up for gaining what I swore never to do.
I got into my fancy kitchen and startedclearing out the trash stuff..I am talking anything sugary andy thing chip or fried andy thing that was not on the program I had been on. My son cheered me on  and when I got down instead of throwing it in the trash I went and donated it.
My plan is if its not here i cant eat it. I am going back to diary logging my food and making sure I eat like a normal person but without carbs...im talking the evil ones.
its up to you to stop u know the drilll you know how to get back on track. JUST DO IT...
and if you need a swift kick in the tushie I am available cause I know right now I could sure you a few good kicks and a couple of slaps...
Hugs sweetie

Mine was 100% covered by insurance (Tricare Prime).  I am quite a ways out of surgery now though and I don't know what all stipulations have changed with my own insurance to get the surgery at this point. I wish you best of luck in getting your sleeve!

~ Renae

Hello everyone.  I am new to OH and I need some information.  I am nowhere close to WLS because my wonderful HealthChoice won't pay no matter how much I would benefit from surgery.

What I need right now is a panniculectomy - I have an extremely saggy tummy and major spinal issues that make this a medical necessity.  I have been searching the internet for information on surgeons in the OKC area who perform this procedure but I am coming up empty.

I have found tons of surgeons who do the TT procedure but none that list panniculectomy as a procedure that they include.  Has anyone had this procedure and, if so, do you know a good and kind plastic surgeon?

Thanks for your help!

Pam