mitcla6 posted a discussion topic 9 years ago

What is a Fleur-de-Lis tummy tuck versus just a tummy tuck?  I keep seeing this reference.


mitcla6 posted a comment 9 years ago
My insurance did cover my panni and breast lift... It would seem...

mitcla6 posted a discussion topic 9 years ago

Does anyone know if there a price difference between having a procedure at hospital versus a private facility?  Which location would have higher fees associated with location... anesthesian (excuse the spelling if wrong).


mitcla6 posted a discussion topic 9 years, 1 month ago

My insurance will cover my panni...my surgeon suggest a abdominoplasty..can somebody weigh in on this and what is the approximate cost I can expect to absorb...side note it was suggested by a friend that I should have lipo on my oblique area


mitcla6 posted a discussion topic 12 years, 6 months ago
Can't stop coughing...constant tickle in my throat - Was sleeved on the 19th and all day have had this tickle in my throat that is causing me to constantly feel like I have to clear my throat then will leads to coughing. Tried sippin...

mitcla6 posted a discussion topic 12 years, 6 months ago
First Bowel Movement after sleeve - How long did it take before you all had your first bowel movement?  I am passing gas, but no movement yet...granted I did go just prior to surgery on the 19th. Any body willing ...

mitcla6 posted a discussion topic 12 years, 6 months ago
Home from the hospital yesterday,,,, - Surgery went well on the 19th and now I am home...I think things are going well...just trying to sip, sip, like everybody says...I have managed a cap-ful (medicine cap) of protein ...

mitcla6 wrote a blog post 12 years, 6 months ago
Psch Eval - I had my 3.5 hour psch eval this past Tuesday.  Not sure how all the test related to the wls but I think it went well...I assume that the insurance process is now going on...hope i...

mitcla6 posted a discussion topic 12 years, 7 months ago
Please share your detailed surgery experience - I would like to know about your personal experience with the surgery and say the first 2 weeks out..the good the bad and the ugly.  I know that everybody has a different experience...

mitcla6 posted a discussion topic 12 years, 7 months ago
Met with a surgeon but still undecided??? - Last week I met with the surgeon here.  Has a outstanding record (sleeve & RNY).  I know several people who have went to him...program has a lot of support systems in place.  I tol...

mitcla6 wrote a blog post 12 years, 7 months ago
The journey continues... - This week I made initial contact with 3 different bariatric program out of the state...I was most impressed was Wellstar Comprehensive Bariatric Services www.advancedobesitysurgery...

mitcla6 posted a discussion topic 12 years, 7 months ago
Was your DS surgery out-of-town, if so were you ab - Did anybody have to travell out of town for their surgery?  If so were you able to have your pre-op testing done locally and have the information transferred to the location of sur...

mitcla6 wrote a blog post 12 years, 7 months ago
Decided on sleeve surgery! - Friday I walked my paper work to the administrator...I wanted to talk to somebody...I had the choice of two well know surgeons at two different hospitals...One hospital has a well ...

mitcla6 posted a discussion topic 12 years, 7 months ago
How long since you were sleeved? - I am thinking about getting sleeved..I really prefer the DS but no surgeon in my area... am really concerned about the long term benefits...I know I am ready to make a change but I...

mitcla6 posted a discussion topic 12 years, 7 months ago
Difference in rny vs sleeve, life after surgery - I am still trying to decide what surgery to pursue,  I have no co morbids, I am not diabetic, although my doctor has advised me that I was right on the brink of type II, based on m...

mitcla6 posted a comment 12 years, 8 months ago
You look great, I was intersted to know if insurance covered your skin...

mitcla6 wrote a blog post 12 years, 8 months ago
Taking the initial step... - After thinking about it and researching for the past two years, two weeks ago I finally made the decision to have wls.  I made an appointment with my primary care physician last we...

mitcla6 added a goal 12 years, 8 months ago
My goal is to get approved for GBS..
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