Support meeting in Columbia, MO

Ardie Thank you so much for being such a sweetie. I would be honored to keep in touch with you. I really appricate all your help and words of wisdom. Thank you Melissa

Hi Melissa- that's great that you have an appt with Dr. Scott. I'm still working on getting to that point. I've got my packet of info all completed, my referral/clearance from my PCP and my TSH done so far. I've got my psych eval on 9/20 and will mail my complete packet once I have that done. I go to an informational seminar on 9/28 at Capital Region in Jeff City. I've been amazed at how great Natalie is at responding to my emails- she's the best! Good luck with your appt, I hope you get a surgery day soon. Melissa

Hi Melissa, I am really confused now. I went to my seminar in Columbia before I could ever get my appointment with Dr. Scott. My appointment is on Sept. 28th also. It would be cool if our paths crossed. Good luck to you!

That would be very cool if our paths crossed!! When did you start this process?? I don't actually have an appt with Dr. Scott yet, I just been emailing Natalie about what I need to do and trying to get EVERYTHING I can before I send everything in. I have United Healthcare and from what they've told me there should be no problem getting it approved. I actually work with 6 other people that have had WLS and they've all said that our insurance is very quick in approving it- so I'm lucky in that respect. I'm looking forward to the seminar on the 28th. Melissa

Marla That would be really kewl. What time is your appointment?? Mine is at 2:45pm. I am so excited and scared all rolled into one. Not bad scared like I am thinking of not doing it. But scared that he wouldnt do the surgery. But I am trying to leave it in the Lords hands and not mine. Feel free to email me maybe we can keep each other encouraged. You mentioned that you was really confused now. Why is that? Because you went to your seminar first? I called and talked to Lesile and she told me that all I need to do right now is come to my appointment. And they will set up everything else for me afterwards. So now I am just getting all my paperwork and anything else I think I might need together. lol Good luck to you also. Take care Melissa

Hi Melissa, I am kinda scared also, but not of getting the surgery but of some reason why I won't have it. Anyway, I guess you and I have done things differently, I sent my packet in, also my PCP letter and labs. Then went to a seminar and got my phych and was approved by my insurance. So know I have my appointment with Dr. Scott. The best of luck to you. Marla

Forgot to tell you Melissa, My appontment is at 2:30

Marla I understand what you mean. I have been wanting this surgery every since I heard about Al Roker had his. I knew this is what I have been waiting for all my life. But for one reason or the other nothing ever happen. I have been researching WLS for the last 3 yrs. I am to the point where I am so close (seeing results) that I am afraid that something will happen to delay me from having the surgery. I know in my heart of hearts that this is what is going to save my life. There is nothing else out there that will help me but this surgery. I am so glad to know your appointment is close to my time also. I know I will be there early for any paperwork. Plus I will be so excited. Hopefully I will get the chance to chat with you for awhile before you have to go in. Keep in touch. I look foward to hearing from you. God Bless Melissa