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Tantrica
on 2/15/08 7:09 am - An Army Base, XX

Hi all, I'm doing all my pre-op hype for lap banding, hopefully by the middle of next month, and I can't seem to find anyone that is willing to do my Psych Eval in Fairbanks!! Are there any other TriCare insured persons here that have an idea who might be helpful? The only one I can find so far is Hope Counseling, but they told me that they do an initial visit, several counseling sessions, testing, several more sessions, then submit. Oh and TriCare doesn't typically cover all of the testing they require!! Yikes! I'd appreciate any help you could offer!! Kari

Tantrica
on 2/15/08 6:19 am - An Army Base, XX

Lap Band on 03/20/08

Topic: RE: We made it Fairbanks!!!!!!

Welcome to Fairbanks! I am an Engineers wife and about to have LapBand surgery, just waiting on final Tri-Care approval. As far as I know (been here since 03) there are no bariatric surgeons here in Fairbanks but there is someone that deals with complications at FMH, they won't touch you at Bassett (not that you'd want them to

) Congrats on your weight loss, that is amazing! I bet you feel like a million bucks! I'm a SAHM but love to go out occasionally. Feel free to holler at me any time! Kari

HardCandy
on 2/13/08 4:37 am - Fairbanks, AK

Topic: Hello from Fairbanks

Hello Fairbanks OH members.

I am hopeing if someone can tell me if they have ever used John Mayer MD. If so what was your overal experinces. Good or Bad please tell.

infantrywife
on 2/12/08 12:58 pm - Fairbanks, AK

RNY on 06/21/07

Topic: We made it Fairbanks!!!!!!

Hi! We made it to Fairbanks on Super Bowl Sunday. I won't lie, the first two days here, I cried. I have such an awesome group of friends I left behind and it was all really tough.

I did get to meet someone from this site....but I hope to meet more. I want to make it to the next support meeting. Is it next week???? And I have a question...Are there ANY bariatric surgeons here???? I would hate to have to rush down to Anc. if something were to suddenly go bad. So an update...I am not quite 8 months out and have lost 165 lbs. I am getting small...but I have another 45 to lose! I know I can do it!! :) Ok...hit me up....I am always up for getting together!

ERICA ~~~~> I have lost 200 lbs since Jun 21, 2007!!!!! Only 10 more lbs to lose before I weigh 125lbs!!!!!

luvsexytrstno1
on 2/10/08 7:46 pm - Anchorage, AK

RNY on 03/20/07

Topic: RE: New Support Group in Anchorage

I live in Muldoon and work weekend night so they wouldn't work for me but most evenings after 6pm would be great! I have been wishing for a support group locally!

http://www.luvsexytrstno1.blogspot.com/

luvsexytrstno1
on 2/10/08 7:38 pm, edited 2/10/08 7:38 pm - Anchorage, AK

RNY on 03/20/07

Topic: RE: My DH wants to move to AK

It all depends on what area you live in and what career path you are in. Healthcare is booming. That is why we came, 3 cats, a 15 month old baby, myself, and my husband in a VW bug. You can check out my blog for photos. We drove from Denver, Co. in September. I would be glad to answer any questions you may have as many people did for me on this very board when I was considering the move. Check out Craigs list for housing and jobs. www.craigslist.com and stay far way from any rentals in fairview or anything ending in view as those are the bad areas of town and it is very hard to find a rental with pets or a smoker in your household. Two major hospitals are providence medical center and Alaska Regional. There are many job boards that have listings for Alaska too. There are 2 Wallmarts, several Carrs (safeway) grocery, Fred Meyers, Sears, Jc Penny, Toys R Us, 3 malls (google The Dimond Center, The 5th avenue mall, The mall at Sears), several gyms (google the Alaska Club), several theaters, a zoo, an indoor waterpark (google H2Oasis Water park), and many other business and resturants (Chilis, Applebees, a Mc Donalds with a 24 hour drive thru every few blocks) and most deliver (www.sicilyspizza.com or www.chinagardenAK.com so you can see prices) You can also google Fred Meyer and put in a local zip code and check the sale ads for that week to see prices of groceries. Gas is currently $2.99 a gallon here. I hope all of that helps. Write me if you need more info or have questions.

http://www.luvsexytrstno1.blogspot.com/

Kerri G.
on 2/3/08 10:13 pm - Overland Park, KS

RNY on 02/06/08

Topic: My DH wants to move to AK

Hello! Just a question for you people living in Alaska. My Hubby just came up with the idea of moving to Alaska spring of 2009. How is the cost of living up there, jobs, houses, etc. I figured I'd come here and see what kind of responses I get so I can show him. Thanks for any response.

Survivor hopeful!

jdsmith
on 2/3/08 12:50 pm - North Pole, AK

Revision on 02/19/08

Topic: RE: Insurance Gal at Dr.s office

As a matter of fact it finally did with my stressing I was approved on my BMI alone 40.1. My date is 19 Feb. Can't wait. Thanks for the kind words. Jaye Dene

Monica M.
on 2/3/08 12:41 pm - Fairbanks, AK

RNY on 10/09/07

Topic: RE: I made it thru Ins

Hi Jaye Dene! I think my weight loss has gone well so far. I have lost 62 lbs since surgery and lost 28 lbs before surgery so I am really happy. I hope the two weeks go by super fast for you!!

Monica

DocsLadee
on 2/3/08 5:34 am - Nikiski, AK

RNY on 04/10/07

Topic: RE: Insurance Gal at Dr.s office

Dealing with insurance companies is the worst and waiting seems to take forever, just remain strong and persistent - good luck and hope everything works out.

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