Jerry C. M.

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Emijade 21 years, 2 months ago

Congratulations to you. I pray that you have a safe and successful surgery and recovery. Wishing you great success and happiness as you begin your "new life".

Sharon Neva 21 years, 2 months ago

JERRY~~When you wonder what is coming....tell yourself that the best is coming....the very best that life and love have to offer.... the best that God and His Universe have to send....Then open your hands to receive it.....It's yours.

Naes Wls J. 21 years, 2 months ago

CONGRATULATIONS Best wishes to you on your wls. May you have a speedy recovery and NO complications what so ever. Hang in there and God Bless. Hugs

Jerry C. M. 21 years, 2 months ago

Hello everyone! I am a very happy man. Yesterday was a wonderful day. I met with my team and it went fantastic. I was received by great administrative staff, had to fill out a lengthy questionnaire and mdical history. After that, I met with one of Dr. Ren's partners, and he went through my medical history in detail. Took my BP, weight, and vital signs. Then I met with Dr. Ren, she was very informative and was very impresed with all the pre work I had done before meeting her. At the time she accepted me as a patient and gave me a surgery date of April 21, 2003. Then I met with the Nutritionist, she was very good, very knowledgeable and great educator. She gave me a booklet with all the information I need to review and know. She went through the whole booklet with me. Then I met with the Billing Coordinator and in 20 minutes, believe it or not, I had my surgery approved. My plan does not cover Dr. Ren's services, so I will be paying outof pocket at least $10,000. I need to pay 50% before surgry and the rest within 60 days after the surgery. Thank GO, I had been saving money. It is a great feeling. I did not react, until one day later, it finally started to hit me....My journey continues .....

thumpiez 21 years, 2 months ago

Congratulations on getting one step closer to a brand new you!! You are gonna do great, I just know it! Relax about your high BMI because many doctors are performing this surgery on people with high BMIs. Stay focused and see your goal. You'll be there in no time! Enjoy your journey :-)

Jerry C. M. 21 years, 2 months ago

Hello, I just had my sleep test last night and it was a very interesting experience. I had it at Lenox Hospital Sleep Center, the technician was fantastic, but the room was too hot, thank God she got me a fan, ad that I brougt my own pillow. With all the cables they place on your body, it's very hard to sleep your way. But I got it done, and as I thought, I do have sleep apnea. But it's time to deal with the problem and get it under control in order to continue with preparations for surgery. The big day is tomorrow. I have an appt. with Dr. Ren and then with the Nutritionist. I am still concerned that she won't accept me as a patient due to my high BMI. I will know tomorrow. Wish me luck.

Jerry C. M. 21 years, 3 months ago

3/11/03 - So far I have completed three big steps, I had my visit with the pulmonologist, and after several pulmonary function tests, I was very happy to here that they were normal, but as I mentioned before, we both think I have sleep apnea, therefore a sleep test was ordered. I will go to Lenox Hill Sleep Center on 3/16/03 for the sleep test. I also had a stress test, ecocardiogram, EKG and spirometer test with NORMAL results. Today, I had my pyschological evaluation with Dr. Nederman and it went very well. I never knew how great it was to talk to a stranger about the struggles in your life with no judgement following. My consultation with Dr. Ren will be next week. If by any chance that she cannot accept me as patient due to my BMI, I am looking at Dr. Jerzy Macura in Staten Island just in case. I am still psyched, even though, I had to take a break over the weekend, since I was getting overwhelmed with so much information. My journey continues......

LaVerne C. 21 years, 3 months ago

Jerry, In researching for your surgery don't overlook the biliopancratic diversion with duodenal switch. Look at www.duodenalswitch.com for more information. Best of health and good luck with your surgery quest. LaVerne

MommaAngel 21 years, 3 months ago

HI JERRY I just want you to know that I am praying that everything will go smooth as you journey to the losing side. LORD BLESS

L. Brown 21 years, 3 months ago

Jerry, Good luck to you as you begin this journey to health and wellness. Any questions or concerns, you can always ask about here. I'm just about 8 months out now, and feel like an old pro. Again, good luck to you. Be a very informed patient, read everything you can, and prepare yourself for the physical and emotional changes BEFORE they happen. This makes all the difference.