Fresh meat, get me while I'm hot!

Hi all, just wanted to stop by and say hi. I'm Noelle. I'm 23 from Plainville. Due to a laundry list of health problems (Type 2 Diabetes, High Lipids, Hypertension, Acid Reflux) as well as the need to have spinal fusion surgery to correct a broken/slipped vertebrae and disc, I was referred yesterday by my PCP to see Dr. Barba at Saint Francis in Hartford. I'm awaiting an appointment with his office. I currently weigh 265 lbs. My highest ever a few years ago was 305. Six months ago I was 280. I haven't really been able to start my life independently due to my health, and I am ready to make a commitment to change that. I have heard Dr. Barba is very good at getting insurance companies to accept the procedure. This is great, because I am on State Insurance (SAGA), due to not being able to work because of my back pain. I am in the process also of applying for Disability Benefits. I have been denied once, but now that I've seen a neurosurgeon and found out the real deal with my back, my lawyer and I are going to send in an appeal with the new information, and we're confident they will approve me. Can't wait to hear from you all :)

Hi Noelle, welcome to the Connecticut board.

I hope that things start to fall in place for you soon so you can regain your health and start living an independent life.

Wishing you all the best on your weight loss journey.

Sher

Hi Noelle. Good luck to you. I'm sure you'll get lots of great info and support from these boards.

hi i am also 23 and i have sliped disc oh yea and im on SAGA  im working right now with the insurance co. for my wls i am 333lbs and also have as u call it a LONG laundry list of heath prob. maybe we can chat soon PM me if u want

Hello Noelle, congratulations on beginning the process to become alive again!  a year ago, I too had the laundry list of health issues--but 8 months ago I had a gastric bypass and now I am living a whole new wonderful life!  down 152 pounds with 70 to go (I was 396 pounds the morning of surgery)--I have no more congestive heart failure, no more hypertension, no more celebrax!  my biggest issue now is whether or not I want to start my work out on the treadmill or the rowing machine!  and I want to work out!   good luck with your legal proceedings...I will keep you in my prayers! Jennifer

Good luck with your journey.  we are here if you have questions  or just need support!

 

~Chrissy