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Topic: Interesting News about WLS in NS--you'll want to know about this!!!!
Hi everyone,
Thinking of you ALL while I was up in Amherst having my revision surgery. Feeling a little guilty that I was able to get in so quick for a revision while there are so many people just as important waiting for their initial surgery, I decided to have a chat with my Surgeon Dr. MacDonald.
Since I was given the option of
A: Re-do VBG
B: RNY Gastric Bypass
C: VSG
I thought if this hospital is capable of doing all the above surgeries, then who can get them?
I asked Dr. MacDonald if he is taking on ANY NEW PATIENTS?? His response:
"We have 3 QUALIFIED SURGEONS up here in Amherst. If THEY were to refer some of their patients to us, YES we could do their surgeries. MSI will cove these surgeries here, but we need the referrals from their doctors."
He then went on to say:
"We are fully aware of the 2000 long list. They are only doing 200 surgeries per year in Halifax and here we are doing 350 surgeries per year. By us taking over some of their backlog, we would definitely help shorten that list so they can get caught up and be able to attend to their patients as the referrals come in."
I ended the conversation with:
"So I guess we just have to make some noise?" --He laughed and responded with, "well if they want the surgery bad enough, perhaps they'll start to ask".
(He also told me that it's against the law in Nova Scotia to operate a self-pay clinic, like in Quebec.)
Have a great day everyone, and HUGS to everyone who seems to be waiting forever for what I was blessed to have a 2nd chance with. Good Luck!!!
Coreena xoxo
**Since writing this, it has come to our attention that Dr. MacDonald and his team are NOT available to take on any new patients for weight loss surgery, just mainly revisions. It is good to know his team would like to do more if the province would allow, however this is not an option in our near future.**
Hi everyone,
Thinking of you ALL while I was up in Amherst having my revision surgery. Feeling a little guilty that I was able to get in so quick for a revision while there are so many people just as important waiting for their initial surgery, I decided to have a chat with my Surgeon Dr. MacDonald.
Since I was given the option of
A: Re-do VBG
B: RNY Gastric Bypass
C: VSG
I thought if this hospital is capable of doing all the above surgeries, then who can get them?
I asked Dr. MacDonald if he is taking on ANY NEW PATIENTS?? His response:
"We have 3 QUALIFIED SURGEONS up here in Amherst. If THEY were to refer some of their patients to us, YES we could do their surgeries. MSI will cove these surgeries here, but we need the referrals from their doctors."
He then went on to say:
"We are fully aware of the 2000 long list. They are only doing 200 surgeries per year in Halifax and here we are doing 350 surgeries per year. By us taking over some of their backlog, we would definitely help shorten that list so they can get caught up and be able to attend to their patients as the referrals come in."
I ended the conversation with:
"So I guess we just have to make some noise?" --He laughed and responded with, "well if they want the surgery bad enough, perhaps they'll start to ask".
(He also told me that it's against the law in Nova Scotia to operate a self-pay clinic, like in Quebec.)
Have a great day everyone, and HUGS to everyone who seems to be waiting forever for what I was blessed to have a 2nd chance with. Good Luck!!!
Coreena xoxo
**Since writing this, it has come to our attention that Dr. MacDonald and his team are NOT available to take on any new patients for weight loss surgery, just mainly revisions. It is good to know his team would like to do more if the province would allow, however this is not an option in our near future.**
Topic: RE: Wait list for weight surgury in NS.
WLS is covered by MSI. You can be in receipt of MSI when you move here, but I think there is a 3 months wait after relocating. During that lapse, whatever coverage you came with should cover you.
Information for applying for MSI can be found here: http://www.gov.ns.ca/health/msi/
There is no cost to the patient for the surgery.
The only surgery performed here is the VSG (Sleeve). The wait list depends on your comorbities, and varies from 2 years and up minimum. Some a lot longer than others. You will need to be referred to the Clinic by a physician.
Here's the link to the Obesity Network at the QE2 Hospital. http://www.cdha.nshealth.ca/default.aspx?page=SubPage¢erContent.Id.0=73341&category.Categories.1=112
There are lots of links on the Clinic's site I sent you, with frequently asked questions and general information.
Information for applying for MSI can be found here: http://www.gov.ns.ca/health/msi/
There is no cost to the patient for the surgery.
The only surgery performed here is the VSG (Sleeve). The wait list depends on your comorbities, and varies from 2 years and up minimum. Some a lot longer than others. You will need to be referred to the Clinic by a physician.
Here's the link to the Obesity Network at the QE2 Hospital. http://www.cdha.nshealth.ca/default.aspx?page=SubPage¢erContent.Id.0=73341&category.Categories.1=112
There are lots of links on the Clinic's site I sent you, with frequently asked questions and general information.
Topic: Wait list for weight surgury in NS.
Hi everyone, I'm currently living in Vancouver BC. But I'm planning a move back home to NS. in a couple of months..
I was just wondering how things work with weight loss surgery there?
Does the patient have to self pay, or does NS health care help with all or any of the cost?
Any information you have would be a huge help to me..
Thank you for your kindness.
Kind Regards
Kelly
I was just wondering how things work with weight loss surgery there?
Does the patient have to self pay, or does NS health care help with all or any of the cost?
Any information you have would be a huge help to me..
Thank you for your kindness.
Kind Regards
Kelly
Topic: RE: Food porn!
Check out : http://theworldaccordingtoeggface.blogspot.com/
100s of recipes all WLS friendly and the pics are great. I have tried over 2 dozen recipes and they all are yummy!
100s of recipes all WLS friendly and the pics are great. I have tried over 2 dozen recipes and they all are yummy!
Topic: RE: Just wanted to take the time to say...*correction*
I don't like them 
I have a whole case that I am trying to unload. Anyone want to buy them from me??
I like the unflavoured powder better. I make my own shakes.
Thought I would try the convenience of the prepared ones but nope.
I have a whole case that I am trying to unload. Anyone want to buy them from me??
I like the unflavoured powder better. I make my own shakes.
Thought I would try the convenience of the prepared ones but nope.
Topic: RE: Just wanted to take the time to say...*correction*
have you all signed up for a free sample www.premiernutrition.com/product-announcement2.html I think some are hoping if there is a big response from this area for samples that they might supply more flavors...
Topic: RE: Just wanted to take the time to say...*correction*
Glad you like them! While they are not delicious, they are sooo much better than most, easy and great protein! Hope we get the vanilla here someday too!
Topic: RE: Update
She is the nutritionist that works with the group. She has equal access to the information. [email protected] I don't have her phone number but you can just call the hospital and ask for it.
http://www.con-obesitysummit.ca/page.aspx?page=334&app=176&cat1=451&tp=7&lk=no&menu=48
http://www.con-obesitysummit.ca/page.aspx?page=334&app=176&cat1=451&tp=7&lk=no&menu=48
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