First appointment with Dr. Teel in Dayton
I am cross posting this to both DS and Revision boards. Thanks!
I am going to see Dr. Donovan Teel on November 13th. I already have a sleeve, but I also have a dilated fundus which has helped me-along with not adhering to a good diet-to gain back 50 of the 80 pounds I lost.
I am going to be inquiring about a DS revision. I have read that Dr. Teel has a rigorous screening process for his DS patients. I am fine with that. This is serious stuff and I have learned a HUGE lesson about all the wrong things to do after wls.
I am ready for the life change. Does anyone have any tips on making this a good visit? I want him to know that I am ready, wiling and able to comply. I am making a 4 hour journey to see him and I don't want to go in there looking and/or sounding like a fool.
I currently have Molina (Medicaid) insurance which is not taken at this office. However, the open enrollment period begins on Nov. 1st and I will choose whatever is the best option to work with Dr. Teel and his team.
Thank you in advance for any positive feedback. ![]()
VSG TO DS Revision on June 8, 2017.
Surgeon: Dr. Philip Schauer at Cleveland Clinic
Current Weight: 280 lbs
Regained to: 312lbs
Lowest after VSG: 249lbs
Highest Weight ever: 330lbs