It didn't take as long as I thought it would. Originally, my insurance company approved me but with the stipulation that I go on the 6 month diet. But both Dr. Keith and my pcp wrote letters of medical necessity due to my high BMI and the diet requirement was waived.

I went to the seminar in late April, had my initial consult the first part of May, was approved with the diet requirement in June and it was waived a couple of weeks ago. I received my surgery date last week so all together it will be 4 months from beginning to surgery.

But I have to say that, from reading other posts on the forums, it can sometimes take many months or over a year.  I know I have been pretty lucky in getting it done this quickly. I give the credit to Jen and Cheslea in Dr. Keith's office.  They were really great about following up and staying on top of the insurance company.

Best of luck to you, too!
Pam

new member here as well..... im going to dr goreichec at baptist , im excited and ready... how long did it take you to get a surgery date after you went to the bartic coordinator?

Welcome Pam,

Being nervous is normal...just know that Dr. Keith is excellant and Norman Regional is the BEST.  

I'm just over 6 months out...down 76 lbs since my surgery and 87 lbs overall. 

Sending you hugs and good wishes...you're gonna do GREAT!!!!

Good news... the doctor doesn't think I have diabetes.  But my last blood tests showed really high levels of iron.  I have to do a few more test in about a week or so.  Who knows what's going on...

Anyway, I play to get down to see Dr. B in August.  Hopefully he'll get me straightened out.  I still haven't made it down for my last post-op appointment.  I'm excited to see everyone at the office again :)

~Stacy

Amy,

Leave it up to you my surgery buddy to tell me what I needed to hear.  I should've read further down before I posted but alas I didn't.  I'm so freaked out about my weight and I know I shouldn't be.  I'm so happy with where I've come from but also scared that it is coming back on so fast.  I have begun working out (although not as regular as I should) and my eating is just plain out of control.  I do not eat much but man I seem to want all of my old comfort foods when I'm stressed out.  I have terrible eating habits again and have been having trouble getting on top of them.  I was tracking online and honestly I know I need to do it again.  I'm sure my fats and sugars are way out of proportion.  Girl,  you have always been my motivation and I thank you and all of you other wonderful people who have helped me along through this journey.

Love ya all.