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Cory B.
on 5/10/08 9:24 am - Rio Rancho, NM
Topic: WLS Friendly PCP?
Hi, I"m new to the forums.  I would like to know if anyone can recommend a great Primary Doctor who believes in WLS and works with patients towards this goal. Thanks in advance. Cory
mkettles
on 5/6/08 7:59 am - Albuquerque, NM
Topic: RE: Lovelace Insurance
Hi Kevin! Thanks for your response.  Lori, at Del Sol gave me the heads up that Lovelace requires the program.  I'm doing the one that they have at Southwest Endocrinology (SWENDO) but it is an extra cost.  The program is $800 plus food supplements (should you choose to go that route).  Don't let the cost scare you though. They are REALLy good at working with you about payments, etc.  I believe their web site is www.swendo.com . So far from what I've heard Lovelace is good at approving it but  i haven't come across many people who have Lovelace.    Let me know if I can be of help and I'll keep you posted if I find anything else! Good luck! Michelle  :o)
tball
on 5/6/08 2:34 am
Topic: RE: Lovelace Insurance
Michelle, It sounds like we are on similar tracks, I have Lovelace and my first appointment at Del Sol is on June 5th. I was not aware of the requirement for the bariatric surgery program at southwest Endocrinology. How did you learn about this? Now I feel like I'm behind the curve and need to do some catching up. Kevin
mkettles
on 5/4/08 4:31 pm - Albuquerque, NM
Topic: Lovelace Insurance
Hi everyone!! I'm starting my journey to my weight loss surgery and will be having RNY.  I'm scheduled for my 1st appointment with Del Sol (Dr. Lara) on June 13th.  Does anyone else out there have Lovelace Health Insurance (the HMO..not medicaid) who has been approved or knows what they want to approve you?  I've enrolled in the bariatric surgery program at southwest Endocrinology which is required and that is a 6-month program. Any advice?   Thanks! Michelle
kelpower
on 5/4/08 12:15 am - Las Cruces, NM
Topic: RE: Any MD's in NM
Hello I live in Las Cruces and found wonderful Drs in El Paso, del Sol is great and also Providence. I had mine 18 months ago at del Sol and have been very happy. where do you live. Alot of people come from Alb, farmington and such. El PAso maybe be your best bet let me know Kelly

kelpower
on 5/4/08 12:12 am - Las Cruces, NM
Topic: Las Cruces Support Group
Hello come join us tomorrow Monday May 5 we have our monthly support group meeting at The Thomas Branigan Library Dresp room B second door when you first come in main door. Robyn one of our group members is leading this meeting and has planned for a guest speaker and she is having a phyiscal trainer as a guest, should be very informative!!!! Also be thinking about next month's meeting and who might want to and lead that one!!!!! thanks and see everyone tomorrow Kelly

Huneyhart
on 5/2/08 8:09 am - NM
Topic: RE: MEDICAID AND MEDICARE SURGEONS LIST!

Name:  Dr. Jorge Acosta & Dr. Lara Medicaid accepted...I had mine done with Pres Salud Phone number:  (915) 594-5250 Facility:  Del Sol Bariatrics Address:  10201 Gateway West, Ste. 130 El Paso, TX 79925

Toll free number 877-335-7657

I know you asked specifically for NM doctors, but I am not aware of any and this center/Dr accepted my NM Medicaid.

 

Hope this helps!

 

Lisa

Da Shrinking Dawg
Ramon

on 4/29/08 2:34 pm - Houston, TX
Topic: Weight loss conference in Dallas May 2-4
I know that this has been all over the boards but I want invite anyone that hasn't made up thier minds to please say yes.. LOL..  If you need any information it can be found at www.rydobesity.com just click on the link to the Dallas Event..

I have talked to Debra and I know the goodie bags and the food alone will be well worth the price of the weekend.. Plus you will get a chance to score some free clothes since Sean is working so hard to set up the clothing exchange.. Please bring any clothes that you are not using so someone else may enjoy them..  Who knows you may end with a shirt worn by The Ramon.. LMAO.. I am just kidding so please keep the ****y, arrogant ******* comments quiet.. LOL.. 

But seriously.. This is going to be a great time of fellowship and learning.. Plus you know Yvonne will have her camera and you just might end up with some great pictures of yourself..  Who knows Eric may have a photo shoot for Jockey underwear there.. You know like the ones on his profile.. Yes, I am jealous.. I bow to the king..

Speaking of pictures.. I have a great idea on how to display your before and after pictures.. At Office depot you can get self lamintating plastics sheets in all sizes so you can preserve them.. Put the before pic on one side and the after on the other.. And if you feel like it they also sale lanyards so you can hang them around your neck.. 

I hope that you all aren't burned out on all the posts about the conference but I can honestly say that every conference I have gone to has left me feeling refreshed..  And if you are at a stand still in your weight loss this may be just what you need.. 

Thank you..
Ramon Lopez 
Co-Founder
 http://www.rydobesity.com 
Interview on www.weightlosssurgerychannel.com Please check it out.. http://www.weightlosssurgerychannel.com/programs/wls-journeys/wls-journeys-guest-ramon-lopez.html/
Video, about me, made by my best friend Yvonne.. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3gCxNTyRUo0
PEACE 
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Thanks Obesityhelp.com
nmthin
on 4/26/08 3:10 pm
Topic: RE: MEDICAID AND MEDICARE SURGEONS LIST!
Hello. I am in Albuquerque and I Dr. Bruce Applebaum in El Paso also accepts Medicare and Medicaid. I am having lap band surgery there on May 5th. He is with Southwest Bariatrics, and they are a Center of Excellence. Phone # is 915-351-6272
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