New member. Thinking of getting bypass surgery.
Hello everyone. I recently brought up surgery to my primary care doctor and he said he will look into referring me to a surgeon. I have debated on getting this surgery for a couple of years now and I think it's time. I am not even sure this can be covered yet but I hope so. I have mass health right now. Anyone else have that insurance and have problems?
Beth
Beth
Can't help with your question - I don't have that insurance - but I'm sure someone on here will chime in soon ...... But I wanted to welcome you ! and to encourage you to do your research and know what you want - don't let anyone pressure you one way or the other !!
I can only say it's been wonderful for me !
Best of luck !
I can only say it's been wonderful for me !
Best of luck !
Hi Soxfan75
All I can say is that I just had the RNY surgery at the Tobey Hospital in Wareham on April 12 and it is already the best decision I have ever made. I have been blessed with a complications free procedure, a great surgeon in Rayford Kruger, M.D., and remarkably supportive nursing and nutritional team! My recovery has been phenomenal (I have walked at least 3 miles per day since returning home. My pain has been very minimal, and in fact I no longer need any pain meds. The Stage 3 diet is a challenge however very doable. My blood pressure is now normal and I am off all medications that I had to take prior to surgery (hypertension, cholesterol, Type II Diabetes, anti-depressants and anxiety) and will probably be able to send my C-pap machine to the bottom of the ocean when I lose more weight :) But do your research carefully and make an informed decision! Good luck and God Bless!
All I can say is that I just had the RNY surgery at the Tobey Hospital in Wareham on April 12 and it is already the best decision I have ever made. I have been blessed with a complications free procedure, a great surgeon in Rayford Kruger, M.D., and remarkably supportive nursing and nutritional team! My recovery has been phenomenal (I have walked at least 3 miles per day since returning home. My pain has been very minimal, and in fact I no longer need any pain meds. The Stage 3 diet is a challenge however very doable. My blood pressure is now normal and I am off all medications that I had to take prior to surgery (hypertension, cholesterol, Type II Diabetes, anti-depressants and anxiety) and will probably be able to send my C-pap machine to the bottom of the ocean when I lose more weight :) But do your research carefully and make an informed decision! Good luck and God Bless!
Steve
Thanks for your response. Glad everything went really well for you. I signed up for an informational session at Salem Hospital next Monday so I am looking forward to getting this all started. They sent me a bunch of papers to fill out and bring with me. I am nervous and excited to finally get this going. I hope I have a similar story to yours. :)
~Beth
~Beth
I am also a new member here considering gastric bypass. I am going to information session at Newton Wellesley hosptial on the 29th. I am very excited. This hospital and surgeon were recommended to me by a new friend of mine who loved them and has last 100 lbs herself. I've thought about getting this surgery done in the past but never did anything about it because I was too chicken. Now I think I've gotten pass my initial fear. I am still freaked out and not sure yet if I can really do this but I;ve taken the first step. I also have a consulation scheduled with the doctor for the 12th. As for insurance I have Blue Cross Blue Shield - I've been told they cover it but since my policy isn't active until the 1st I have not been able to call them and confirm it yet.