Just want to say Thank you!!!!!

When I began my weigh loss journey, I was sure I wanted the lapband. I am an an RN and thought I knew a little bit about WLS but after lurking and reading for the last 6 months, I have discovered I knew nothing. Next after my physician consult I was told I wanted the RNY. Wrong, after reading and researching and reading the links that the vets post, I made up my own mind about what is right for me and my body!!!!! I just wanted to say Thank You to all that have payed it forward!!!! The surgeon I consulted with that assured me that the RNY was best for me does not perform the DS. I knew about the lapband, the sleeve, and the RNY. I did not know about the DS, and it was never mentioned at any of the seminars or support groups I attended. I am waiting on insurance to kick in then my quest for the DS begins. I started out self-pay, and may have to stay self-pay. Just hoping that the Dr. I have researched will accept self-pay patients incase my insurance will not cover the DS. I believe even if I have to make payments that my health and future are worth it!!!! THANK YOU AGAIN to all that post and enlighten others about the DS!!!

I'm so glad you took the time to read and evaluate. I wish you all the best on this crazy wonderful journey.

--gina

Best wishes on your journey.

Great job on your research! Your experience with the surgeon and the seminars is typical - they don't even mention the DS because they don't offer it, and they can get away with it because so many patients DON'T do their own research. Pretty sad!
     I hope the insurance kicks in for you, but if not, let us know and we may have suggestions for you for self-pay.

Larra

Wishing you the best on your weight loss journey

I'm also on my way to DS! Unlike you, however, I went ahead with the band several years ago and now am looking at a revision. My insurance denied my band removal request, so I'm in the beginning of the appeals process. Best of luck to you on your journey.

Congratulations on your decision. I am so glad you found out about the DS. I will be forever grateful to the kind person that directed me toward the best surgery for permanent weight loss and resolution of health problems. Have a speed journey to good health!

Good for you! You might also want to check out the link in my signature---there are a lot of long-term vets over there, and a lot of insurance gurus as well.

Congrats ! You will love the DS once you have it. It is so common not to be mentioned regularly. Glad you have been persistent.. You will be very happy in the end.