I'm actually getting the chance to finally go to my first support group. And I think I really need it. I've been in the process since January, got approved for surgery, then insurance company changed so 3 more months and hopefully it'll work out this time! I'm ready. I went into my pcp for my annual exam, and apart from the scale which screamed at me that even though I have been trying to lose weight since Jan, I have failed miserably. But then the part where I had to get naked and I see my reflection in the glass...I'm just disgusted with myself. I can't believe I let myself get this way. I suddenly started crying and found myself apologizing to the dr for having the awful task of having to look at my body. I shouldn't have to live this way.

So we are a few steps closer to submitting to BCBS.   DH drove down last night for psych eval, then today he had nutritionist consult and is at the Bariatrics Basics seminar at St. Lukes right now.  Three laaaarge steps closer!!  I was amazed that we managed to schedule all three appointments into one 24 hour trip - less time away from home is a beautiful thing.

All we have left is one more year of med records and some lab testing!  Hopefully we will submit next week (cross all those fingers and toes for us!).

He is trying so hard not to get excited in case it doesn't go through ..... but that's not working as well for me :-) 

I"m sure there are oodles of WLS peeps in your area but rounding them up may be a challenge.  I know there's an amazing support group in Prescott but that's quite a drive for you as well.

Keep in touch and let us support you while you hunt for a group!!!

Enjoy your new area!  Ahhhhhh....I'll be it it soooooo much cooler!!!

 Hello i am about 2 and half years out from my gastric bypass surgery, now it seems like i am having a problem with a low pulse and heart rate. I never had this problem ever in my life even when i was overweight. I need to know is this normal or is anyone else having this problem.


Thanks,
Wendy 

Anyone get a sleeve done by Dr. Juarez? I talked to him about it yesterday and think that is the revision route that I am going...the band HAS actually eroded so revision for me....