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Topic: RE: MEDICAID AND MEDICARE SURGEONS LIST!
Clarian Bariatrics Center
6640 Intech Blvd., Suite 300
Indianapolis , IN 46278
317-275-7010 or 877-275-2555
They accept medicaid.
6640 Intech Blvd., Suite 300
Indianapolis , IN 46278
317-275-7010 or 877-275-2555
They accept medicaid.
Topic: RE: Plastics - Dr. Brian Lee - Fort Wayne
I had a scar revision done by him numerous years ago (non-wls related) and absolutely loved him! Not sure about his skills as far as post WLS goes.
Surprise MIRACLE baby boy, Noah Andrew, born March 24, 2010
Check out my WLS blog at: www.melissawlsjourney.blogspot.com
Check out my WLS blog at: www.melissawlsjourney.blogspot.com
Topic: RE: Intro, and am I over-thinking?
Thanks.
Do people worry like I do about if this is the right thing, or do you have the "I just know" feeling?
Do people worry like I do about if this is the right thing, or do you have the "I just know" feeling?
~ Jen 
Topic: RE: Intro, and am I over-thinking?
I am glad I had my RNY. but honestly your surgery needs to be suited to you and your medical problems. what will help you loose fastest, safest and get you ready for your next step in life.
Medication is a nightmare for me because I don't absorb most medications correctly. Can't take antinflamitories. My pain liquid has to be liquid.These are questions you will need answered on what type of surgery is best suited for you in the longrun...
Hope I have helped a little Continue questioning your Drs.
Linda Kay
Medication is a nightmare for me because I don't absorb most medications correctly. Can't take antinflamitories. My pain liquid has to be liquid.These are questions you will need answered on what type of surgery is best suited for you in the longrun...
Hope I have helped a little Continue questioning your Drs.
Linda Kay
Topic: RE: Intro, and am I over-thinking?
Not exactly. I'm a Clarian employee, so I have to go through Clarian. My surgeon explained they they offer sleeve, RNY, and lapband.
~ Jen
Topic: RE: Intro, and am I over-thinking?
DS not an option for your insurance??
I am only one, But still, I am one. I cannot do everything, but still I can do something. And because I cannot do everything, I will not refuse to do
the something that I can do.
Edward Everett Hale
Onederland 1/26/2010
Topic: Intro, and am I over-thinking?
Hi everyone! I'm sooo happy I found this group. I'm Jen, and I've been approved by my insurance, but no date set. I'm slowing the process down, not sure if it's cold feet or indecision or just plain scared. Maybe you all can help with some "been there" insight.
My chronic illness is what brought me to see the the bariatric surgeon. I have Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension... basically too much spinal fluid, all the symptoms of a large brain tumor. They don't know what causes it, and there is no cure. They do know that weight is somehow related (chicken and egg question though). So, after a 2 year headache and my life going down the tubes, I go to a neurosurgeon to get a shunt, and he suggested WLS first. It's way less risky, it'll have other health benefits, but it MAY or MAY NOT help my symptoms.
So, my goal is to rid myself of these headaches, nausea, vertigo, and memory/cognition problems. The skinny part is a side note. But two years from now, I may be skinny, but the surgery would be unsuccessful because I may still be where I am now. See the dilemma?
I decide to move forward, but now I have to pick which surgery I want. Doc says I'm a good candidate for the three they offer, Lap Band, sleeve, and RNY. I had originally told the doc RNY because I would lose faster. But now, I'm thinking sleeve because I like the idea of removing that part of the stomach. But I don't know. I'm scared to pick wrong.
And every day I push back my decision, is another day I'm not getting any potential relief.
Am I worrying myself too much? Does everyone do this to themselves? Should I just go with my gut (pun... funny) and move forward?
Sorry that was long, but thanks!
My chronic illness is what brought me to see the the bariatric surgeon. I have Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension... basically too much spinal fluid, all the symptoms of a large brain tumor. They don't know what causes it, and there is no cure. They do know that weight is somehow related (chicken and egg question though). So, after a 2 year headache and my life going down the tubes, I go to a neurosurgeon to get a shunt, and he suggested WLS first. It's way less risky, it'll have other health benefits, but it MAY or MAY NOT help my symptoms.
So, my goal is to rid myself of these headaches, nausea, vertigo, and memory/cognition problems. The skinny part is a side note. But two years from now, I may be skinny, but the surgery would be unsuccessful because I may still be where I am now. See the dilemma?
I decide to move forward, but now I have to pick which surgery I want. Doc says I'm a good candidate for the three they offer, Lap Band, sleeve, and RNY. I had originally told the doc RNY because I would lose faster. But now, I'm thinking sleeve because I like the idea of removing that part of the stomach. But I don't know. I'm scared to pick wrong.
And every day I push back my decision, is another day I'm not getting any potential relief.
Am I worrying myself too much? Does everyone do this to themselves? Should I just go with my gut (pun... funny) and move forward?
Sorry that was long, but thanks!
~ Jen
Topic: RE: Liver Reduction Diet
Hey! I got that totally depressing paper too with no clue how to make it a part of my life. I haven't been very good at following it, though. This worries me as to my future success, but I wasn't required to lose weight prior to surgery.
I find myself eating a lot of lunch meat and string cheese. (I eat out of convenience more often than not).
Good luck!
I find myself eating a lot of lunch meat and string cheese. (I eat out of convenience more often than not).
Good luck!
~ Jen
Topic: New Group For the Members Of The State Of Indiana
Welc
me!
This group is NEW and (ONLY) for the Men and Women of Indiana to come and share stories, share hope, and get support from one another through this life changing tool.
http://www.obesityhelp.com/group/theindianahoosierlosers/
I am trying to gather all the members from Indiana and get us together in one GREAT group! There is more than CORN in Indiana there are all the great people who have gone through the many struggles with weight and weight related issues, and now we are or have done something about it!
Come post some questions, or post about how your surgery has went.
If your new and hoping to have surgery, or you have had it come share and get support and meet some new friends!
If you know of any support groups in your area come post them for ones who may be looking.
Just join and talk about whatever may cross your mind, be it family, surgery, fears, questions, or just to meet new friends maybe around your area.
Welcme! This group is NEW and (ONLY) for the Men and Women of Indiana to come and share stories, share hope, and get support from one another through this life changing tool.
http://www.obesityhelp.com/group/theindianahoosierlosers/
I am trying to gather all the members from Indiana and get us together in one GREAT group! There is more than CORN in Indiana there are all the great people who have gone through the many struggles with weight and weight related issues, and now we are or have done something about it!
Come post some questions, or post about how your surgery has went.
If your new and hoping to have surgery, or you have had it come share and get support and meet some new friends!
If you know of any support groups in your area come post them for ones who may be looking.
Just join and talk about whatever may cross your mind, be it family, surgery, fears, questions, or just to meet new friends maybe around your area.
Topic: RE: anyone had open Roux-en-y???
I would seriously question why he wants to do an open procedure. I would go as far as to get a second opinion from other doctors on the matter. Do you have a history of multiple abdominal surgeries or known adhesions? Those are often 2 things that will lead to an open procedure, but most good surgeons at least attempt a lap procedure first and then convert to open if necessary.
Even the largest patients can now be done laparoscopically now because more hospitals have the longer instruments to get through the belly. There are more risks with an open procedure - longer healing, risks of developing hernias down the road - are just 2 of them.
In general, I've heard surgeons say that the biggest reason other surgeons will do open procedures, that are otherwise done laparoscopically, has to do with the surgeon's skills. A good surgeon will do the procedure laparoscopically, a mediocre surgeon will go the easier route and do it open. I would seriously question whether this doctor is doing it because it is necessary or for his convenience. Maybe his skills aren't as sharp as they should be.
Just my thoughts.
Even the largest patients can now be done laparoscopically now because more hospitals have the longer instruments to get through the belly. There are more risks with an open procedure - longer healing, risks of developing hernias down the road - are just 2 of them.
In general, I've heard surgeons say that the biggest reason other surgeons will do open procedures, that are otherwise done laparoscopically, has to do with the surgeon's skills. A good surgeon will do the procedure laparoscopically, a mediocre surgeon will go the easier route and do it open. I would seriously question whether this doctor is doing it because it is necessary or for his convenience. Maybe his skills aren't as sharp as they should be.
Just my thoughts.
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