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Topic: RE: Springs PCP
Hi Holly,
I am a student nurse who had wls in 2003, and new to this site. I would recommend that you purchase a lab value book. It explains what all those tests mean and helps you to understand why your blood is giving you those results. I have had similiar results to yours. You may need to take a hematinic iron supplement. I take 325 mg 3 times a day. I have to do this consistently. If I slack off for a little bit, my levels drop and I feel terrible. This is a huge amount compared to what a non-wls person would take. It is very difficult to get a good doc post surgery. I am STILL looking.
I am a student nurse who had wls in 2003, and new to this site. I would recommend that you purchase a lab value book. It explains what all those tests mean and helps you to understand why your blood is giving you those results. I have had similiar results to yours. You may need to take a hematinic iron supplement. I take 325 mg 3 times a day. I have to do this consistently. If I slack off for a little bit, my levels drop and I feel terrible. This is a huge amount compared to what a non-wls person would take. It is very difficult to get a good doc post surgery. I am STILL looking.
Topic: Surgery dates with Dr. Snyder
Ok, so I am not a patient person. I can't believe I have worked so hard for the
last 18 months to get where I am. I am wondering about those of you who used
Dr. Snyder how long after insurance approval you were able to have surgery?
I know this is not a magic overnight thing but I really want to get a start on
my weight loss before the holidays, I am so tired of having my picture taken
and looking at the same old thing (FAT ROLLS, FAT ROLLS AND MORE FAT
ROLLS.)
Thanks,
Paula
last 18 months to get where I am. I am wondering about those of you who used
Dr. Snyder how long after insurance approval you were able to have surgery?
I know this is not a magic overnight thing but I really want to get a start on
my weight loss before the holidays, I am so tired of having my picture taken
and looking at the same old thing (FAT ROLLS, FAT ROLLS AND MORE FAT
ROLLS.)
Thanks,
Paula
Topic: Support in Colorado
We've noticed that there is a need for more support groups in Colorado!
If you're interested in helping your community with this opportunity, we'd like to recommend that you consider starting a support group in your area. If this is something you'd like to pursue, please let us know and we can help you get started.
ObesityHelp can help you via our Support Group Leader Program. In order to be an active ObesityHelp support group leader, you'll need to submit an application, attend three teleclasses on support group dynamics, the surgery procedures and nutrition and digestion through a toll free number.
Some of the benefits as an ObesityHelp support group leader:
* Access to a monthly Roundtable Discussion meeting or a leader support group meeting both conducted through a toll free number.
* Access to monthly handouts and agendas to use with your support group.
* Access to network and communicate with other ObesityHelp leaders.
* Your very own OH Group, where you can also have "virtual" support. You will have a blog, photo albums, chat room, events system and a message board that you moderate.
There are many other benefits available to trained and active ObesityHelp Support Group Leaders.
If you have any questions or would like additional information, please e-mail:
[email protected].
Or if you'd like to get started, please submit your application today by going here to join at:
http://www.obesityhelp.com/register/regPg,sg_leader/
Thanks,
Cathy
ObesityHelp's Director of Support Groups and Training
[email protected]
We've noticed that there is a need for more support groups in Colorado!
If you're interested in helping your community with this opportunity, we'd like to recommend that you consider starting a support group in your area. If this is something you'd like to pursue, please let us know and we can help you get started.
ObesityHelp can help you via our Support Group Leader Program. In order to be an active ObesityHelp support group leader, you'll need to submit an application, attend three teleclasses on support group dynamics, the surgery procedures and nutrition and digestion through a toll free number.
Some of the benefits as an ObesityHelp support group leader:
* Access to a monthly Roundtable Discussion meeting or a leader support group meeting both conducted through a toll free number.
* Access to monthly handouts and agendas to use with your support group.
* Access to network and communicate with other ObesityHelp leaders.
* Your very own OH Group, where you can also have "virtual" support. You will have a blog, photo albums, chat room, events system and a message board that you moderate.
There are many other benefits available to trained and active ObesityHelp Support Group Leaders.
If you have any questions or would like additional information, please e-mail:
[email protected].
Or if you'd like to get started, please submit your application today by going here to join at:
http://www.obesityhelp.com/register/regPg,sg_leader/
Thanks,
Cathy
ObesityHelp's Director of Support Groups and Training
[email protected]
Topic: RE: Dr Michael Johnell patients??
Hi Sheila,
That sounds great. I had my Lap band surgery 4 weeks ago and will be going to my first support group on Monday night. Do you go to the support group?
Here is my email [email protected]
Becky Paolino
Talk to you soon
That sounds great. I had my Lap band surgery 4 weeks ago and will be going to my first support group on Monday night. Do you go to the support group?
Here is my email [email protected]
Becky Paolino
Talk to you soon
Topic: RE: Dr Michael Johnell patients??
Hi my name is Sheila Currier and I had surgery with Dr. Johnell on June 5, 2008. My experience has been great!! I had the lapband surgery and really glad that I made that choice. I've been looking for some people here localy that is going through the same thing that I am please keep in contact and we could support each other.
Sheila Currier
[email protected]
Sheila Currier
[email protected]
Topic: clothing swap?
Hi there,
Does anyone know of any clothing swaps or clothing exchange groups in or around Denver? I have tons of size 20 clothes to give away and I am in need of size 16 clothes and don't really want to spend a ton of money on buying new clothes that I will wear for a couple of months. I thought it would make sense to just swap with others who are going through the same thing but haven't heard of a group yet.
Thanks
Toni
Does anyone know of any clothing swaps or clothing exchange groups in or around Denver? I have tons of size 20 clothes to give away and I am in need of size 16 clothes and don't really want to spend a ton of money on buying new clothes that I will wear for a couple of months. I thought it would make sense to just swap with others who are going through the same thing but haven't heard of a group yet.
Thanks
Toni
Topic: Check it out--a new you!!!
I had my rny done about 5 yrs ago and whoa, what a transformation I went through. I bought new clothes (of course), got a new hairstyle and even bought all new makeup!!! I now sell makeup to help others through this great transformation!!! If you would like to visit my website you may at
www.marykay.com/conniedebolt
We have amazing products, much different from what I remember from when I used to go to Mary Kay parties 10 yrs ago!! Give me a look!!! Take care!!! Connie
www.marykay.com/conniedebolt
We have amazing products, much different from what I remember from when I used to go to Mary Kay parties 10 yrs ago!! Give me a look!!! Take care!!! Connie
Topic: 2.5 Year Post-Op - Need Health Insurance -- Ideas???
Here I am 2.5 years post-op... down ~100 pounds and a nice weight (5'8" @ 155)... healthy 48 yo female.
DH is self-employed... me I'm a 'kept woman'.
The problem is -- who's gonna give me individual health insurance now? I'm in Colorado and over a year ago Blue Cross said 'Call back 5 yrs post-op'.
I'm currently paying close to $500 a month for just ME! (Through a special state program for 'uninsurable' folks.)
Has anyone had any luck in getting an individual health plan post WLS?
Any help or ideas are greatly appreciated.
TIA!
DH is self-employed... me I'm a 'kept woman'.
The problem is -- who's gonna give me individual health insurance now? I'm in Colorado and over a year ago Blue Cross said 'Call back 5 yrs post-op'.
I'm currently paying close to $500 a month for just ME! (Through a special state program for 'uninsurable' folks.)
Has anyone had any luck in getting an individual health plan post WLS?
Any help or ideas are greatly appreciated.
TIA!
Topic: RE: Just when I thought I was done. . . . .
The Nutritionist is probably something your insurance requires. I was self pay through Dr. Snyder and did not have to meet the nutritionist, in fact now at 4 mos out I have still never met her. Not that I didn't get nutrition info but most of what I got was through the classes.
Good luck to you, the more i's you dot and t's you cross now the better probably for your insurance.
Good luck to you, the more i's you dot and t's you cross now the better probably for your insurance.
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