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Topic: Sleeve - Newton Wellesley Hospital
Hi
I'm hoping to have my VSG surgery in April at Newton Wellesly Hospital.
The WLS program there is awesome. The staff and the DR's are all great. The only challenge I've had so far is that is seems they do more RNY over Sleeves. I'm curious if any of you have (or had) experience with the Sleeve surgery at Newton Wellesly.
My surgeon is Dr. Sheila Partridge and I think she's fantastic - but again, just a little concerned because their program is more geared toward gastric bypass.
I'm hoping to have my VSG surgery in April at Newton Wellesly Hospital.
The WLS program there is awesome. The staff and the DR's are all great. The only challenge I've had so far is that is seems they do more RNY over Sleeves. I'm curious if any of you have (or had) experience with the Sleeve surgery at Newton Wellesly.
My surgeon is Dr. Sheila Partridge and I think she's fantastic - but again, just a little concerned because their program is more geared toward gastric bypass.
Topic: RE: Beth Israel WLS program
Hi there!
Great to hear that BIDMC is a good place. This is going to be my first hospital experience ever. I've been fortunate in that way and so have no idea what to expect.
I was checking out your blog, it's great!
Thanks for the hellos, and I'll be sure to check in as things progress!
Great to hear that BIDMC is a good place. This is going to be my first hospital experience ever. I've been fortunate in that way and so have no idea what to expect.
I was checking out your blog, it's great!
Thanks for the hellos, and I'll be sure to check in as things progress!
Topic: RE: Beth Israel WLS program
Hey Jamie! No BCBS but I do remember Dr J and Dr H telling me that BCBS is pretty easy to get through - even for VSG which was my surgery of choice. You will really like Elaine...she's awesome! She can be a tough cookie but it's for our own good!!! Honestly, EVERYONE involved in the WLS program at BIDMC was excellent...right up to the nurses during recovery! The sleep apnea diagnosis will certainly help when looking to your ins co for WLS.
Best of luck to you - please keep us posted on how you make out!
Best of luck to you - please keep us posted on how you make out!
My journey: http://abowlfullofjelly.blogspot.com/ w/ March 2011 Sleevers List
"Sleeve Santa Sleeve!"
HW: 309 ~ PreOpW: 306 ~ SW: 293 ~ CW: 184
"Sleeve Santa Sleeve!"
HW: 309 ~ PreOpW: 306 ~ SW: 293 ~ CW: 184
Topic: RE: Beth Israel WLS program
Hey! Hi! Actually it's Jamie, lol. I meant Brandy New like Brand New but using unnecessarily flowery language. :) Sounds like you're doing great!! I've been thinking about it just in my head for ages, and started doing online research back in October or November. Just had a sleep study and got a diagnosis of sleep apnea, paving the way with my insurance company in theory - we shall see. Which surgery did you have - I think it said GBS in your earlier post - gastric bypass?
rsassyjackie
on 2/19/12 3:12 am - MA
on 2/19/12 3:12 am - MA
Topic: RE: Support Ground in Boston or SS?
There aren't many. Maybe we should start our own. At my hospital there are some but only for their patients. Let me I know I could help.
rsassyjackie
on 2/19/12 3:07 am - MA
on 2/19/12 3:07 am - MA
Topic: RE: Beth Israel WLS program
Hi Brandy! Elaine is really nice! She is really knowledgable and gave me many tips to get on my way. My first appt. was Jan.3 and I had my surgery Feb. 13. So for me it went very quickly. Apparently my insurance is very good and gave me no problems. I am glad that I had researched the WLS for about 2 years and had begun taste testing diff. shakes and stuff. So I was ready. It normally doesn't take this quick but sometimes it does. I am happy it worked like this for me bcuz it worked well for me, my work, my family and the dr.s. Everything just fell into place and I new it was meant to be. I am 7 days out and 12 lbs down. Everyday I feel stronger and stronger. So I know things are healing as they should be. If you have any questions feel free to ask. I had so many and sometimes didn't have anyone to answer them right away and felt frustrated. I can not guarantee that I will have the answer but I can try!
Topic: RE: Beth Israel WLS program
Hi there,
I'm brandy new and have my very first appointment to meet with a nurse named Elaine at BID on 3/16. So brandy, BRANDY new. I've been reading lots of posts though and a gazillion questions come to mind. Mrs Claus, I'm curious - you said yours was held up because your insurance denied it the first time and you had to appeal. Do you mind if I ask what insurance you were dealing with and why the denied you the first time? On paper I meet all the criteria for my insurance company (BCBS) but that's one of my fears.
I'm brandy new and have my very first appointment to meet with a nurse named Elaine at BID on 3/16. So brandy, BRANDY new. I've been reading lots of posts though and a gazillion questions come to mind. Mrs Claus, I'm curious - you said yours was held up because your insurance denied it the first time and you had to appeal. Do you mind if I ask what insurance you were dealing with and why the denied you the first time? On paper I meet all the criteria for my insurance company (BCBS) but that's one of my fears.
Topic: Support Ground in Boston or SS?
Does any one know of any open support groups for WLS patients in Boston or on the South Shore?
http://www.youtube.com/user/ditsdish
Topic: RE: Plastics (face) in Boston/Worcester areas
Thanks, Sue!
My journey: http://abowlfullofjelly.blogspot.com/ w/ March 2011 Sleevers List
"Sleeve Santa Sleeve!"
HW: 309 ~ PreOpW: 306 ~ SW: 293 ~ CW: 184
"Sleeve Santa Sleeve!"
HW: 309 ~ PreOpW: 306 ~ SW: 293 ~ CW: 184
Topic: RE: Plastics (face) in Boston/Worcester areas
Dr. Peggy Howrigan, Wellesley, MA did a fabulous job on my tummy tuck. She operates at Newton Wellesley hospital.
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