Barbara, I have BC/BS federal and insurance does cover reconstructive surgery after losing weight if there are problems related to it. I've seen a surgeon in Great Falls and he's pretty sure insurance will cover a breast lift for me because I get sores when I do longer runs. The belly, however, will likely be a different story as I don't have a very hangy pannus so it doesn't get rashes. I hear the pain with a TT is bad and they suggest taking 4-6 weeks off work. I won't be able to do that (don't have enough leave built up) so I hope it's bearable after 2 weeks. I also think arms and inner thighs are quite painful, but those areas are very sensitive. Linn

We are planning on coming your way for a few days.. what is a MUST.. we will be in PARK CITY UTAH until the 16th or so.. we have 9 days until we need to be in RENO NV.... where is THE BEST place to camp in the entire state? ALL of your help is totally 100% appreciated! THANK YOU! Vicki in CA

How many of you remember what is was like to be new on the site or just fixing to have surgery. Did you have a surgery angel? There are many members who want an angel. It's not very hard to become an angel actually and it's a great way to give back to others.

I was even pre-op being an angel to others. It doesn't matter if you've had surgery or not it's just simply about giving support to another OH member. Letting them know we are here to help them through. I know right before surgery how scary it can be and just knowing that others care is a wonderful feeling. So this is my challenge.

I challenge those who have the time to contact a member that don't have an angel listed and see how you can help them. Sometimes we just need someone, ANYONE to talk with. You can make a difference in someone's life. Let them know they are not alone.

Here's a link on what an angel is exactly and there is a link on this page about who are needing angels. Locate someone near you, or they don't even have to be near you, email and phones work great too :)
http://www.obesityhelp.com/morbidobesity/beanangel.phtml

Let's all show our support.

If you are interested in helping OH by posting about the angel program or telling others on the site about it for the future please email me.
[email protected]

Everyone here can be an angel, it's a great way to make a new friend. :love:

Amy

Hi Deb! Good Luck and congrats on your date!! I know you must be excited...I had mine done 5/25/05...doing very well. I've lost 35 pounds so far and I feel great! My brother lives in Great Falls and I live in New Jersey...I was just wandering... Good Luck and God Bless, Shaun

Has anyone had surgery after weightloss? I was curious as to the cost and the pain. I assume insurance won't pay for it but I was reading a book by Carnie Wilson, "I'm Still Hungry" and she states that insurance paid for hers.