Whats in store after surgery??????????

I have a Q, I've talked to some that say after surgery they had to take shots in the stomach for a while to help with blood clots. Is this standard for WLS? Does everyone do this and if so is it self done or does someone come in and do it for you? And what aboutgetting referral letters? I dont have a regular DR. and want to know if I have to round up refferal or letters supporting this decision? just need some info.Thanks!!!! to everyone who has been helping me out!!!

I had to have one refferal,and that was my main doc and thats the letter that got me approved.And i only took one shot and that was in the hospital for blood clots. But the main thing was the pych evaluation was the leading help........email me anytime if you have ????? Vickie

I had to take Fragmin shots for the first ten days that I was at home. It is used to prevent blood clots and I gave them to myself in the stomach. They come preloaded and are very easy to give. I am not sure about referral letters. Every insurance company is different. In my case I did not need a referral. I just called a surgeon and made an appointment for a seminar/consult.

Who done the surgery? I know that every place is different was just looking for some insite info....THANKS!!

My surgery was performed by Dr. Mark Shina at Suburban Hospital in Louisville. He did a fantastic job and I have had no problems. You can check out his reviews on the site here if you are interested.