I had gastric bypass march 29, 2012... lost 202 pounds.. nice I have kept it off.. no biggie to that..

I have NEVER drank protein shakes.. NEVER going too.. I was taught during my dietitician how to eat right.. and I still follow it..

N OW... i have alot of excessive skin.. I have severe back problems, and severe nerve damage in my lower back.. severe pain and when the nerves start hurting im usually end up in the er..

Here is my question.. I live in OHIO.. i have ohio medicaid.. United health c are ... community plan...

 I need a plastic surgeon.. Anyone in ohio can help me ?

Did you call your health care plan to see if they cover reconstructive surgery? You can also call plastic surgeons in your area to see if they take your plan. I am not in Ohio so I do not know any surgeons there. Good luck.

If you had your surgery in your current area, I would ask at that office - there is a limited amount of surgeons *****ally specialize in this area.  They would prob know. 

Just out of curiosity:  what does the unprovoked attack on protein shakes have to do with your question?  Is there a connection btw the two things?

I was wondering the same thing...lol!! I have lost the same amount as the OP and have kept mine off for 7 years. Maybe mine does not count because I drink protein shakes?? 

Protein shakes are the easy way out.

You could check with St. Elizabeth in Youngstown.  There are a lot of surgeons in Pittsburgh which might be about the same distance for you.

"lost 202 pounds.. nice I have kept it off.. no biggie to that."

• I think this is AWESOME!  You have done really well and should celebrate it. So many people yo-yo diet!

I hope you can tell us more about your plastics [i.e. cost and experiences, before and afters] in the near future!

:)

Get wanting the excess skin off. Good for you for keeping the weight off...

I have to ask...how exactly were you taught to "eat right?" I am always willing to learn something new....

I don't think too many insurance plans cover tummy tucks. They may cover a panniculectomy, which basically just cuts the excess off. Not as aesthetically pleasing as a tummy tuck but if it's for health reasons (and that's pretty much only way insurance is gonna pay) it's worth it.