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There is a Dr. Minasian in Grand Blank who deals with WLS patients.
Hello all,
I'm just a little over 4 weeks post op and I need to get my work out on but I'm terrible going on my own I need someone that can keep me accountable to work out at lease 5 x's a week or everyday not an problem for me. I haven't joined a gym yet but I'm open to it. So far I have signed up for an 30 day pass at Snap Fitness for $8.96 but I haven't gotten it yet look for it sometime next week. So I live in Ypsilanti but will go to Ann Arbor, Canton or Belleville or other surrounding areas.
My surgeon was wonderful. I used Dr. Bruce Chau located in Berkley. His office staff are amazing. Professional, friendly, smart, and on the ball. He did a great job. I would definitely recommend him to anyone looking into plastics. He's a very talented man. It was quite a drive for me as I'm in the Commerce/Waterford area, but well worth it!
RNY: 9/3/2008 LBL: 6/5/2013
Just wondering how your surgery went! Would you recommend your plastic surgeon? I'm interested in a thigh lift.
Thanks!
Does anyone know what in the world is going on with Dr. Di Nick's practice??? I have had several procedures done by him in the past, with which I was satisfied, I have been trying to arrange another surgery and find that his surgical facility has been closed for repairs for nearly a year. He is currently working out of Forest Health in Ypsilanti. I find this very strange. There also seems to be a turn over in staff resulting in poor communication. I would appreciate any information before pursuing further surgery.
Monday, the 9th, is our next focus group meeting!
When: Monday, 09 September 2013
(the second Monday of each month)
Where: The Gilmore Center for Health Education
Classroom 1 (Basement)
7 Healthcare Plaza, Kalamazoo, 49007
Time: 7:00 p.m.
This month's topic: Plateaus 101
The Kalamazoo focus/support group is open to all pre and post-op bariatric patients, as well as those interested in learning more about weight loss surgery.
Fantastic on the appeal and approval!!
You're right that most doctors don't want to deal with Straight Medicaid. I had to do some serious research, sending emails, etc., to find my surgeon. The closest one to me accepted all of the other Medicaids (Molina, Priority Health), but not Straight Medicaid. I finally had a couple of emails from doctors on the other side of the state and I read them and left them in my inbox for close to three months. When I decided which one to contact, I was thrilled with how warm and caring and full of information they had! I had an appointment scheduled within the following two weeks, but had to reschedule due to a funeral.
When I finally met with the surgeon and his team, they answered all of my questions. My dad (an RNY patient from 10 years ago) went with me so I wouldn't forget to ask specific questions. I left with a folder packed with information, what to do, lists, and such to refer to when I got back home.
I'm coming down the home stretch toward an approval, and I'm hoping that I don't have to do a supervised diet. That would so suck!
I got the opposite reply. I contacted numerous places and most did not accept straight Medicaid because of their criteria and how difficult it was. There were a couple that got approved I guess but it seemed like their medical provider really advocated for them and knew what they were doing. I thinks some places just don't want the hassle when there are so many easy cases to take on. I did not have to do the six month medically supervised weight loss but they did require a lift threatening event. I appealed and sent documentation of the increased risk for breast cancer recurrence, increased issues with Lymphodema, my severe sleep apnea, support letters from three of my doctors, and wrote my own appeal. A couple weeks before my appeal was to be heard I got a call that I had been approved. When I inquired what the decision was based on they just said there was a technical error someone made in filing or documenting my case. I didn't argue or inquire anymore. I was just elated and didn't want to rock the boat. I had my sleeve done on June 17th. I have lost 30 pounds in 10 weeks and 45 since I started the process. I guess you have nothing to lose by fighting for what you want. You just never know how it will turn out. I am 5' 4" tall and started at 248 and now weigh 203. Good Luck.
