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Topic: RE: MY SURGEY !!!!!!
I had my surgery on the 20th as well at IU North, I pretty much sailed thru my surgery with the exception of now I have a pain in my lower left side next to my belly button when I get up and move of any sorts, they are doing a nerve block in my belly tomorrow to help with the pain hopefully it works
Topic: Howdy All.
so I've been on this site since 2006, maybe even posted once or twice (I don't remember if I did or not), but decided to give it another shot. I originally went to Wishard for a few months before life got in the way of everything, but now I'm currently going to Community North. I am in month 5 of my madatory 6 month supervision, though I don't seem to be losing much weight at all even though I've been exercising and my intake has dropped to what it used to be. So hopefully my insurance will push me through quickly (I think they're sick and tired of all my ER visits due to issues that have direct correlation with my weight) and I can get the RNY done in January.
So I'm on here to get opinions, see peoples lives, and get some support. This is actually a pretty big step for me since I'm very independent and closed off to letting other people know my problems and such. So thats me in a nut shell.
Thanks, Jeff.
So I'm on here to get opinions, see peoples lives, and get some support. This is actually a pretty big step for me since I'm very independent and closed off to letting other people know my problems and such. So thats me in a nut shell.
Thanks, Jeff.
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on 10/1/11 11:54 am
on 10/1/11 11:54 am
Topic: RE: New with Lots of Questions
Elizabeth...
Sorry I didn't see this post sooner. I'm in IL but I am having my sugery on Oct 10th at St. Vincent Carmel. What did you find?
Sorry I didn't see this post sooner. I'm in IL but I am having my sugery on Oct 10th at St. Vincent Carmel. What did you find?
Topic: MY SURGEY !!!!!!
OH WOW,WHAT A WEEK,,,HAD MY SURGERY SEPT.20TH.DID WELL FIRST COUPLE DAYS.ONLY HAD TROUBLE WITH WALKIN.WENT HOME.AND COULDN'T MOVE SO WENT BACK TO HOSPITAL.ONE OF MY INSISION'S WAS INFECTIED. AND I COULDN'T STAND UP STRIAGHT.FOUND OUT THAT THE WAY THEY HAD ME ON THE TABLE WAS NOT THE WAY THAT MY FAT HANGS.SO I TOOK SOME TIGHT UNDERWARE AND PULLED ALL THE FAT UP IN THEM AND FOUND THAT THIS HELPED.I ALSO HAD A SHORT TERM HARINA REPAIR DONE THAT WILL LAST 3 MONTHS OR SO AND BY THEN I WILL HAVE HAD LOST ENOUGH WEIGHT SO I CAN HAVE A PERMENT REPAIR.BUT IT'S BEEN REALLY HARD BUT I'M EXCITED FOR THE FUTURE NOW...I'M GOIN TO START A NEW LIFE WITH A NEW ME.
biggybaby2004
Topic: RE: New with Lots of Questions
My surgeon was Dr Sloan. So I'm not sure about the doctor you are going to see.
When you schedule an appointment with the new surgeon they will make sure you qualify. Do you have gerd? Sleep apnea? Those are also health conditions that they consider. It also depends on your insurance. I'd call your insurance to find out what they want exactly.
When you schedule an appointment with the new surgeon they will make sure you qualify. Do you have gerd? Sleep apnea? Those are also health conditions that they consider. It also depends on your insurance. I'd call your insurance to find out what they want exactly.
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Inch by Inch's Life's a Cinch, Yard by Yard, Life's Hard - Dr.
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Inch by Inch's Life's a Cinch, Yard by Yard, Life's Hard - Dr.
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Topic: New with Lots of Questions
Hello! My name is Elizabeth and I am starting my journey...I went to a seminar the other night in Fort Wayne and was very impressed with the center and Dr. Sloan...However, I spoke to the insurance woman there and she informed me that yes they take HIP but they only take on 4 patients a year with it. --Of course there is a waiting list for next year.
I have decided to attend another seminar in Carmel with Dr. Evanson in one week. I am excited but nervous...Is it crazy to think of doing the surgery 2 hours away from my home? How often will I need to make the trip? What about support groups? Will I find a local one? Would love opinions also on Dr. Evanson and his team.
One more question...my BMI is 38. I have terrible back pain, anxiety, and my parents have an extensive history of problems related to weight. Other than that my blood pressure is fine, my cholesteral is borderline and I am not diabetic. With they still aprrove me? What are they looking for when they look at symptoms to qualify?
I know I asked a lot but would appreciate ANY advice on anything I asked about. Thank you in advance!
I have decided to attend another seminar in Carmel with Dr. Evanson in one week. I am excited but nervous...Is it crazy to think of doing the surgery 2 hours away from my home? How often will I need to make the trip? What about support groups? Will I find a local one? Would love opinions also on Dr. Evanson and his team.
One more question...my BMI is 38. I have terrible back pain, anxiety, and my parents have an extensive history of problems related to weight. Other than that my blood pressure is fine, my cholesteral is borderline and I am not diabetic. With they still aprrove me? What are they looking for when they look at symptoms to qualify?
I know I asked a lot but would appreciate ANY advice on anything I asked about. Thank you in advance!
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on 9/22/11 11:11 am, edited 9/22/11 11:13 am
on 9/22/11 11:11 am, edited 9/22/11 11:13 am
Topic: RE: Feed back on St. Vincent, Carmel, IN
Well...Some thoughts on today's pre-op exam.
Today is where I really started feeling like I was getting close. While there are a few blood tests that won't get bac****il tomorrow, everything else is looking real good for getting things wrapped up and moving.
No, I didn't get a surgery date yet. It is possible that I will need to wait until November for a surgery date. While I am anxious to get it done as soon as possible, a small delay is nothing to worry about. The way I see it, if I don't have the patience to wait a few more weeks, I am not prepared mentally for the longer work ahead after surgery. Maybe that is a bit ZEN but that is how I see it.
Sandee and I left home at 6 am CT for a 9:15 am ET check in. Testing was scheduled to take 3 hours and for the most part was on schedule. Major kudos to the hospital side of today's testing. Testing including blood work, chest Xray, sonogram, Upper GI (Yep, barium shakes are less than appealing.), respiratory and final health survey. Let me say this about those folks...
THEY ROCK!!!
I've never felt so well taken care of at a new facility as I did there. Made the 2 hour drive worth every minute. That even includes the registration person.
After lunch Sandee and I went over to the Bariatric COE (Meridian Surgical Group) on the other side of the hospital campus for a 1 pm meeting with a nurse practitioner to review that test that were available, go over my entire health history, and a have a physical evaluation. She made it clear that it was her function to safely get me to the surgery. We covered a lot of issues to make sure I will be ready for it. I was extremely impressed with how she conducted the review and exam. She was professional but not cold or matter-of-fact about it. We never felt hurried. She reviewed a list of questions I had for my surgeon and answered those she could.
HOWEVER...
This isn't a new feeling either. I feel some (not all) of the support staff for the Meridian Surgical Group are less than interested in listening to any questions I had about scheduling and such. They just don't seem to have the out going, friendliness I experienced on the other side of the campus. In some cases I almost feel like I'm bothering them. Yes, I know that every potential patient probably asks the same questions over and over that previous patients have asked. Problem is, I haven't heard those answers. (I've done a lot of home work and feel I am not asking stupid questions.) This has been the case ever since I got my medical approval. I've made a couple calls to staff members, get the phone message that says, (highly paraphrased) "I'm busy, leave name, number, DOB. Don't call again cause I'm busy and I will get to you if and when I can." I haven't gotten that call back yet. Maybe that will change when I am officially scheduled for surgery.
Ya, I know that is harsh but it is what I feel. Having been previous military and a current federal employee...I'm use to some of it. LOL The good news is that I'm stubborn and will get what I need before too much longer.
Had I not met my surgeon and felt some good vibes, I'm not sure I wouldn't be looking for alternatives. But I have and so I don't.
So, that standard line is that unless something unexpected comes up with the remaining test, I should hear back from them within 2 weeks to schedule the surgery.
STANDIN' BY!
Today is where I really started feeling like I was getting close. While there are a few blood tests that won't get bac****il tomorrow, everything else is looking real good for getting things wrapped up and moving.
No, I didn't get a surgery date yet. It is possible that I will need to wait until November for a surgery date. While I am anxious to get it done as soon as possible, a small delay is nothing to worry about. The way I see it, if I don't have the patience to wait a few more weeks, I am not prepared mentally for the longer work ahead after surgery. Maybe that is a bit ZEN but that is how I see it.
Sandee and I left home at 6 am CT for a 9:15 am ET check in. Testing was scheduled to take 3 hours and for the most part was on schedule. Major kudos to the hospital side of today's testing. Testing including blood work, chest Xray, sonogram, Upper GI (Yep, barium shakes are less than appealing.), respiratory and final health survey. Let me say this about those folks...
THEY ROCK!!!
I've never felt so well taken care of at a new facility as I did there. Made the 2 hour drive worth every minute. That even includes the registration person.
After lunch Sandee and I went over to the Bariatric COE (Meridian Surgical Group) on the other side of the hospital campus for a 1 pm meeting with a nurse practitioner to review that test that were available, go over my entire health history, and a have a physical evaluation. She made it clear that it was her function to safely get me to the surgery. We covered a lot of issues to make sure I will be ready for it. I was extremely impressed with how she conducted the review and exam. She was professional but not cold or matter-of-fact about it. We never felt hurried. She reviewed a list of questions I had for my surgeon and answered those she could.
HOWEVER...
This isn't a new feeling either. I feel some (not all) of the support staff for the Meridian Surgical Group are less than interested in listening to any questions I had about scheduling and such. They just don't seem to have the out going, friendliness I experienced on the other side of the campus. In some cases I almost feel like I'm bothering them. Yes, I know that every potential patient probably asks the same questions over and over that previous patients have asked. Problem is, I haven't heard those answers. (I've done a lot of home work and feel I am not asking stupid questions.) This has been the case ever since I got my medical approval. I've made a couple calls to staff members, get the phone message that says, (highly paraphrased) "I'm busy, leave name, number, DOB. Don't call again cause I'm busy and I will get to you if and when I can." I haven't gotten that call back yet. Maybe that will change when I am officially scheduled for surgery.
Ya, I know that is harsh but it is what I feel. Having been previous military and a current federal employee...I'm use to some of it. LOL The good news is that I'm stubborn and will get what I need before too much longer.
Had I not met my surgeon and felt some good vibes, I'm not sure I wouldn't be looking for alternatives. But I have and so I don't.
So, that standard line is that unless something unexpected comes up with the remaining test, I should hear back from them within 2 weeks to schedule the surgery.
STANDIN' BY!
Topic: Lookin for Support Groups for a friend!!!
I have a friend who has a friend in Louisville that had WLS n her surgeon doesn't have a support group. Do any of you know of one around Louisville she can go too?
Thanks
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