Moving right along

I had my consult yesterday on 6/13 with Dr. Kini at Mount Sinai. I had a great experience. The doc talked to 3 of us together and then saw us individually. He thought that the sleeve would be the best option for me. After hearing all about it, I thought it sounded like a great solution. he wasn't 100% sure my E,mpire BCBS would cover it. So he put me down for the sleeve or the band. After the appointment, I went right down stairs and had all my bloodwork done. I also had my psych evaluation this afternoon and got the a-ok. Tomorrow morning I have to call the nutritionist because they have an appointment that hopefully I can get into. I have to have an ultrasound of my galbladder and that's coming up on Tuesday. The only problem I am having is getting the appointment for my endoscopy. It's not until July 9th. I want one sooner so I can submit my stuff to my insurance and get my date already. I am dying to start my new life. Does anyone know a gastroenterologist that doesn't have that long of a wait??? I am in the northern Jersey?nyc area, but would travel a little to get seen asap. Let me know

Yes, you are moving right along!

Is this gastro one that your PCP recommended or that you know already? Or is he/she part of Dr. Kini's team? Sometimes a phone call from another doctor works wonders in getting an opening. Also, you can keep calling to see if they get cancellations. Once they know you're serious, sometimes they work a little harder to fit you in.

Hope this helps.

I just wanted to wish you the best and to send you congrats on yet another step down and moving closer to your BIG day! Keep us posted on which one you will be having.

Told you, Dr. Kini is great!  I have my endoscopy on Monday, and then I see my PCP on Wednesday for her letter, and I am set.  Good luck, and keep us posted! Shara

WOW sweetie, it's all coming fast!  Not sure about where to get an endoscope sooner, just very happy things are progressing so quickly for you!  Best of luckeroonies!

Congrats on all you steps to the big day!!!

Sounds like things are progressing for you.  Good Luck as you continue your journey!! 

Hi Bobarah, I just had my endoscopy done yesterday.  I can give you the info for the gastroenterologist that I went to.  I liked him very much.  He does a lot of pre-ops.  His office is in Bloomfield which isn't too far from you.  I had the testing done in Verona. Dr. Celebre -  973-680-5500

Wow that is quick Congrats!!!  And good luck on the rest of your WLS journey!!!

I don't know anyone in that area but I just wanted to give you my support on having all of your appts. and tests to go your way. Take Care~~ Diane