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Gwen M.
on 10/4/10 11:06 am - Valrico, FL
Topic: RE: VSG and Medicaid--for my sister
Thanks so much!!!
                    
(deactivated member)
on 10/4/10 7:46 am
Topic: RE: ocala and silver springs area
When I reach THAT goal. i'll shoot for the next one :)))


Petra
Lois G.
on 10/4/10 6:44 am - Ashland, PA
Topic: RE: ocala and silver springs area
thanks Donna...if we are down there by then I will be there...if not then the one in Nov.  we are getting a late start from her because my mom had a fall and then surgery......looking forward to  meeting you...............Lois
Jagator88
on 10/4/10 6:05 am, edited 10/4/10 6:12 am - Jacksonville, FL
Topic: RE: VSG and Medicaid--for my sister
Here is a link to one place that I found that has Medicaid listed under approved insurances:

http://www.halifaxhealth.org/ourservices/allservices/bariatr icsurgery/default.aspx

Hope this helps.

Edited to add:

There is a Dr. Jawad in Ocala, FL that has Medicaid listed. They also have Medicaid seminars.

Here is a link to that site: http://www.jawadmd.com/contact_seminar.php
5' 7" 244/95/125 SW/CW/GW
VSG by Dr. Miguel Zapata on 06/04/2009
Monterrey, MX
Hayley                    

                                          
Donna R.
on 10/4/10 3:49 am - Ocala, FL
Topic: RE: ocala and silver springs area

You are so right, time is just flying by.  Just a short time ago, I was here posting my concerns about being approved for my RNY and look at me know 7 weeks out and down 50 lbs.

I can't wait to "ingrow" some of my clothes.  I notice that they are not as tight and maybe a little more roomy, but they are still wearable, so basiclly I haven't seen much of a change but I am looking forward to it.  I too am cheap when it comes to buying clothes.  I am going to take the suggestion that someone posted about shopping at thrift stores and Goodwill, at leat for a little while.

I am loving this weather and I agree that is could stay this way for ever for all I care.

Congrats on your success and keep up the good work, you will be at goal soon.

Donna

Donna "Embrace the Journey"
AUGUST 18, 2010 "The First Day of the Rest (BEST) of my Life"
    
HW/SW/CW/GW  -  380/362/178/1??
Gwen M.
on 10/4/10 2:39 am - Valrico, FL
Topic: VSG and Medicaid--for my sister
Hello All!

I am actually trying to do some research for my sister, who is in desperate need of WLS. 

I actually had the DS (which was perfect for me and I'm so happy) with Dr. Gagner while he was in Miami back in Oct 2008.

My sister had to cancel her BCBSFL unfortunately and I am trying to see if any medicaid doctors a) do the VSG
b) will accept medicaid

I don't know anything about medicaid, but if someone can point me in the right direction, I would be happy to try and research on my own! 

I am s thankful that OH exists...I know without it, I wouldn't have been able to make the best choice for me and what I needed to accomplish, mainly curing my diabetes (coming up on 2 years normal)

Thanks so much for any and all help!
                    
(deactivated member)
on 10/4/10 2:01 am
Topic: RE: ocala and silver springs area
Isn't it trippy how fast one get's used to the "after"???
So many worries that are unfounded....one day at a time :))))))
Tell Jawad's group I said Hello, The only ones I now see are the nurse and Roberto in Orlando for my fills and check ups...I am doing well and rapidly outgrowing,,or would you say ingrowing my clothing :) I hate shopping..and I'm cheap..I hate buying stuff that is to big again 3 weeks later..

I'm kinda hanging out on the Lapband forum
How are you enjoying this great weather....It can stay like this all year and it would suit me fine



Petra
Donna R.
on 10/3/10 10:42 pm - Ocala, FL
Topic: RE: ocala and silver springs area
Hi Julie,

Yes, the support group is in the same room as Dr. Jawad's seminars are held.  Please try to join us this month, I would love to meet you in person.

Dr. Jawads Bariatric Coordinator Kelli Potenza and Nutritionist Jennifer conduct these meetings.  We just started a monthly news letter called "News 2 Lose" and we are always looking for submissions.  So, if you have a story to share, a recipe, or even a joke, Kelli would love to hear from you.

Hope to see you on the 21st.

Donna
Donna "Embrace the Journey"
AUGUST 18, 2010 "The First Day of the Rest (BEST) of my Life"
    
HW/SW/CW/GW  -  380/362/178/1??
Donna R.
on 10/3/10 10:38 pm - Ocala, FL
Topic: RE: ocala and silver springs area
Hey Petra,

Where have you been?  I have been doing great, I am striving to be half the women I used to be!!  LOL

What's up with you?

Donna
Donna "Embrace the Journey"
AUGUST 18, 2010 "The First Day of the Rest (BEST) of my Life"
    
HW/SW/CW/GW  -  380/362/178/1??
Guernica Loser
on 10/3/10 2:34 pm
Topic: RE: Miami-Dade or Broward county acceptting medicaid with Hmo
On October 1, 2010 at 2:17 PM Pacific Time, christy238 wrote:
thank you i will call the first thing monday morning
Try Dr. Thomas Bass out of Hollywood, FL---I know he takes medicare.  He's a wonderful surgeon, so at least give him a ring and find out.
I've been on prednisone and chemo for over 7.5 years.  Gained over 160 pounds due to pred. Highest wt. 410. Surgery wt. 365. Current wt. 299
See ya,400s, 90s,80s,70s, 60s, 50s, 40s, 30s, 20s, 10s 300s!!!!  
                                    
             
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