gineseam22484
Been overweight since my teens and over 10 years later, I am done with it!
Started my WLS journey in October 2006 and have been patiently waiting for UMASS in Worcester to get on the ball....
It consistently takes over a month for each appointment (Nutrition & Pysch) then 4 weeks of Pre Surgical Skills (I enjoyed this and happy the hospital does this, learned alot!) Then they sprung a two month wait for the follow up Psych appt, I was extremely mad about this and called to complain and drop out of the program. *My friend went through Beth Isreal in Boston and it was only a 3 month from start to finish* They magically found me an appointment in two weeks. Then I went with my Surgeon Dr. Perguini, who was extremely nice and answered all questions! Next was two tests, a Barium Swallow and a Motility test, which I was not told was going to be necessary; that day (Tuesday the 27th) I was told they would send out my paperwork to my insurance company; well I called to check up on it, because I have zero faith or believe anything they tell me anymore and I was right! They haven't sent it out it yet but maybe Friday or Monday at the latest..... At this point I wish I went through a different hospital who is honest about there timelines. My issue isn't with the wait for surgery, it s the misleading information they supply at the two informational meeting you must attend.
Well other than that I have many weight loss goals-
1. To be under 200 pounds and my *ideal* weight is 160.
2. Start working out at least 4 times a week (Eliptical and weight training)
3. Walk with the dog 4 times a week.
4. Fit comfortably in office chairs, I always am spilling over and around them!
5. I want to be able to RUN not jog and not be gasking for breath after 30 seconds.
6. Wear a size 12 in women clothes or at the very least not be force to only buy clothes from Lane Bryant or in the plus size section in Old Navy, which doesn't have much of a selection.
7. Be healthy enough to start or family!!
