Paige V.
Paige V. posted a discussion topic 14 years, 6 months ago
today was busy... - so, I did my blood work, my chest xray and got the medical clearence from my primary.
Now all I have left is the educational class for the sleeve on 9/7, my pre-op on 9/9 and my...
Paige V. posted a discussion topic 14 years, 6 months ago
My surgeons stats... - Okay so I finally got his information today.
He has done over 300 sleeves, has had no deaths, and no leaks. He has a less than 1% infection rate.
That sounds good to me. Woul...
Paige V. posted a discussion topic 14 years, 6 months ago
I do not have to do the 2 week liquids.... - instead I have to follow a strict diet for two weeks:
BF:
8oz SKIM or 1% Milk
1/2 protein shake
4oz Fruit
Mid-Morning:
1 protein drink
LUNCH:
6-8oz low fat yogurt
4 ...
Paige V. posted a discussion topic 14 years, 6 months ago
Dr John Koppman, St. Augustine, Fl. - I am scheduled to have to sleeve with him on 9/7 and was interested if any of you have used him for your WLS. I really like him, and have been unable to uncover any bad information...
Paige V. posted a discussion topic 14 years, 6 months ago
I feel sort of stupid asking this... - because I am a nurse, and should probably know where to find this information buuuut....
where do I find out more information about my surgeon. I want to know his death rate/inf...
Paige V. posted a comment 14 years, 7 months ago
I hope things continue to improve for you! =)
Paige V. posted a comment 14 years, 7 months ago
sorry you hate it! I have wondered how things were for you..
Paige V. wrote a blog post 14 years, 7 months ago
approval.. - I was very thrilled to learn I was approved in under a week with Geha insurance. I am one of those people who has nothing in life come easy. I have had to fight for everything I ha...
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Paige V. posted a discussion topic 14 years, 7 months ago
will my headaches go away? - I live my life with constant headaches.....constant. I have been diagnosed with complicated migraines (those are less common) but day to day I live with tension headaches that just...
Paige V. posted a discussion topic 14 years, 7 months ago
experimenting.. - so as you know my surgery is scheduled for 9/7 but I have not had my sleeve class which includes the nutritional side of things....
I am purchasing things to try like greek yogu...
Paige V. posted a discussion topic 14 years, 7 months ago
regrets?? - I've mentioned here before that both my Mom and Sister had vertical banded gastroplasty. Mom had hers when I was 5 (25 years ago), and my sister had hers when I was about 14 (16 ye...
Paige V. posted a discussion topic 14 years, 7 months ago
newbie info page? - I had it saved in my favs but my computer crashed and I lost it. I tried searching but didnt find it. Can someone please send me the link again, I need some info from it! Thanks
Paige V. posted a discussion topic 14 years, 7 months ago
muscle milk lite chocolate... - eww...not for me. It was like trying to drink pepto bismal. Ew Ew Ew! I really hope I find something I can stomach soon!
Paige V. posted a discussion topic 14 years, 7 months ago
flirty thirty today... - Today is my 30th birthday! Since my tentative surgery date is 9/7, I am hoping by this time next year I will be looking and feeling sooo much better!! =) Looking forward to my next...
Paige V. posted a discussion topic 14 years, 7 months ago
tentative date... - is Sept 7th!! So soon!! I know I have been grumbling and want this sooner..but now I am having a moment of panic lol!
Paige V. posted a discussion topic 14 years, 7 months ago
SPIDER VSG- has ANYONE had it? - So, I will be getting the Spider VSG (it was featured on The Doctors) Basically, the same as a regular VSG just using a different tool and it is single incision across the belly bu...
Paige V. posted a discussion topic 14 years, 7 months ago
Lets talk $$ (How much was your copayment) - I know I am being noisy, so don't answer if you do not feel comfy- but I feel like my copayment for my surgery is really high. I would pay is 5x over (okay maybe not that much beca...
Paige V. posted a discussion topic 14 years, 7 months ago
very sensitive gag reflex...and protein - I know this has been discussed a lot here, but I have an extremely sensitive gag reflex. At this point I am most concerned about getting protein in....so please tell me the mixes t...
Paige V. posted a discussion topic 14 years, 7 months ago
I am APPROVED!! - I cannot believe it, after almost a year at this, I am APPROVED! I don't have the official letter, but the insurance lady just wrote me an email and said that I was approved! YAY!!...
Paige V. posted a discussion topic 14 years, 7 months ago
officially submitted.. - I have had my paperwork officially submitted to insurance. Now, I get to wait and see. Finally! After MONTHS and a ton of mistakes in the paperwork, and office staff unwilling to h...
Paige V. posted a discussion topic 14 years, 7 months ago
negativity - was so excited about the fact that my stuff will be submitted to insurance soon, that I shared with my sister. She and I are not particularly close, but she is my only sister ya kn...
Paige V. posted a comment 14 years, 7 months ago
the decision is completely yours. I will say that the surgeon I met...
Paige V. posted a discussion topic 14 years, 7 months ago
be honest with me...about WRINKLES... - lol, I just want to be prepared. Its not a deal breaker for me (obviously) but tell me....does the fat keep me plump and keep wrinkles at bay? I am almost 30 in ummmmm.....21 days....
Paige V. posted a discussion topic 14 years, 7 months ago
Happy Dance (No, not submitted or approved yet) bu - I just got this email from the insurance lady with my surgeon. It feels so good to know that she is working so hard for me, and that soon we will have this submitted. YAY!!
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About Me
Gainesville, FL
Location
25.1
BMI
Surgery
09/14/2011
Surgery Date
Nov 04, 2010
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