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ThinkingSleeve
on 7/12/12 7:53 am

Hi, Im in North County San Diego. Wondering if there are any from my area who have had WLS and can recommend a surgeon. I have blue cross shield ppo and qualify as far as BMI. Im thinking Sleeve. Would love to hear from others.

bigcoop
on 7/12/12 7:20 am - CA

Topic: RE: West Sacramento Support Group???

I have been going to South Sac to meetings on monday nights if this may help you. At the kaiser pharmacy bldg 7 pm. I will contact a couple of others to see if they have started back meetings on this side of town if you want me to

mylastchance
on 7/11/12 11:18 pm

VSG on 06/02/10

Topic: RE: Support group

Thank you for the information....I will check into this one. I feel the need to reconnect with a group....Thanks again

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acbbrown
on 7/11/12 2:35 pm - Granada Hills, CA

VSG on 06/10/11

Topic: RE: John Muir - Anne Timberlake?

i have no idea about those places but all I can say is that I wish I could have had surgery with Dr. Cirangle. He's a great surgeon and has a great program. You should look into it!

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deemyers
on 7/11/12 8:46 am

VSG on 02/05/13

Topic: John Muir - Anne Timberlake?

Does anyone know what is going on at John Muir? I had previously contacted them for weight loss surgery about two years ago but didnt proceed. When I contacted them again, I cant seem to get a hold of Anne Timberlake (who I dealt with before). In addition, it seems like all informational seminars route me through to a Dr. Cirangle? It seems a little disorganized all of a sudden and it has me a little worried. Anyone know the inside scoop?

Dave Chambers
on 7/10/12 6:11 pm - Mira Loma, CA

RNY on 05/10/06

Topic: RE: Kaiser WLS Riverside Change

I'm going to guess the reason you need to see this doc is because you started classes in 2009. Kaiser likely want's to see if "you're really ready", as the classes fill up quickly and they want to make sure you want to follow through at this time. Comorbidities are reasons for surgery, so I doubt those are the reasons. I've heard of people waiting several months their classes to start, due to the high demand. Just got back from my Corona support group and can't sleep due to tomorrow. I have some movie animal trainers coming to buy a couple more Ragdoll cats for the upcoming Lone Ranger movie, with Johnny Depp, filming in New Mexico. Two of my cats were filmed for the movie in March, and they need two more for another scene. Just had my 6 year labs and my appt for Kaiser review is on the 23rd at Van Buren. DAVE

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LauraInCali
on 7/10/12 9:03 am - CA

Topic: RE: Kaiser WLS Riverside Change

Dr. Ismail is an internist and it's a consultation. I called the Van Buren office today and asked again what the protocol is. I think the ladys name was Martha and she said I have to see the doctor and he has to approve me for orientation and only then can I make my appointments. Maybe it's because I went to orientation and one class in 2009 and had to quit due to scheduling issues. Or maybe all of my medical issues such as fibromyalgia, hypothyroidism and high blood pressure. I'll tell you I'm curious to find out. I'm going to keep my appointment on the 30th and call from time to time to see if there are any cancellations to get in sooner. Thank you Dave for you help it is much appreciated.

Dave Chambers
on 7/10/12 6:16 am - Mira Loma, CA

RNY on 05/10/06

Topic: RE: Kaiser WLS Riverside Change

Who is this doctor? Psych, or what? I was made aware the Kaiser has a tendency to follow your wt loss from those education classes too. Kaiser has called my surgeon's office about patients, asking what the patient wt was when they met the surgeon. Kaiser expects you to maintain any wt loss during those classes UNTIL you actually have surgery. Gain some wt prior to the consult, and any potential surgery has a good chance of being postponed until you get down to your ending class wt. Insurance protocols change all the time. You might speak with Kaiser patient services or call Debby McBride at the Van Buren office. That office used to be the coordinating office between Kaiser and surgeons. This is the office where I go for annual blood pane reviews to make sure I'm doing OK, and it also helps Kaiser widen it's data base on wt loss pateints to help future patients. DAVE

LauraInCali
on 7/9/12 1:23 pm - CA

Topic: Kaiser WLS Riverside Change

Hi everyone,
My PCP sent the referral and when I got the call to set up my oreintation the lady said I can't yet and I have to do a consultation with Dr. Ismial at Corona. All she could tell me is the change happened 2 months ago. If anyone could fill me in on the new protocol I would greatly appreciate it.