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Topic: RE: New Banders, Dr. Jawad in Ocala
And where were all you Dr. Jawad people last night??? Support group was very small last night. Next month will be at his new office in Orlando. Dr. Jawad actually does the support groups so its a perfect time to ask anything without going through the office.
Petham where on the space coast are you?? I drive over to Orlando every month for support group and there is a lady that drives from Melbourne also. Not too many from brevard county. Summer time always seems slower on the boards and I had meant to post a reminder about the group meeting but got busy and forgot. Good luck with your fill. Toni
Petham where on the space coast are you?? I drive over to Orlando every month for support group and there is a lady that drives from Melbourne also. Not too many from brevard county. Summer time always seems slower on the boards and I had meant to post a reminder about the group meeting but got busy and forgot. Good luck with your fill. Toni
HW 271/SW 255 RNY Jan.21 08 RNY Revision July 25th 2013
Plastics done 4/21/10 (Dr. Sauceda)
Extended TT, Full Arm lift, BL/BA, Long Thigh lift
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on 6/28/10 5:18 pm
on 6/28/10 5:18 pm
Topic: RE: New Banders, Dr. Jawad in Ocala
The office seemed to be very busy every time I was there. I'm guessing that Odalys is with someone in her office every time you call. Personally, I like it when I'm with someone in an office and the phone it rings and they don't answer the phone. It does suck when it is you who is calling, tho :) When I called and got the machine, I left the message and called back and told the person answering the phone what my issue is and usually got results. The important thing is the guy who cuts the whole into you. You have been waiting and maybe procrastinating so long, be patient. They do want to help you...consider how many different ins co there are for the staff to have to wade tru....Stay on this board and read the Lap band forum...but don't freak out. I can't believe I only had this thing done 27 days ago and I get to help you guys out already..
I found that the most important thing is...you really have to want this to work....It's not going to work by itself. I think figuring out why you have a weight problem will help you solve it. In my case it is portions. The band makes me eat less and I am not hungry. If it is fast food you might go through withdrawals :) I don't have that problem. I cut out noodles and haven't had bread. So no carbs in the beginning is really helping. Try it out, you can do it now. The rule of thumb is eat protein first. So , if you are a meat and tater person....do the meat and skip the taters. If Sweets are your thing you might have a problem with the band because you can still do sweets and they go down fine but..you will not loose weight. So if you think of doing the cheat thing this is not going to work. I took a long time to take this step..I have always been heavy, but I have been fat and healthy. Now I'm pushing 50 and all my # were going up. My BP was 140/92, today it was 126/82 so I already stopped taking BP meds....It really all depends how badly you want it.
Follow the rules and you will be successful..If I can do it so can you.. I am also way more energetic already. I'm not gonna be running marathons, But I am getting off my butt to move more..
Dr Jawad is like you said a no nonsense kind of guy, I like that. Inform yourself and ask many questions.
I'm here
Petra
I found that the most important thing is...you really have to want this to work....It's not going to work by itself. I think figuring out why you have a weight problem will help you solve it. In my case it is portions. The band makes me eat less and I am not hungry. If it is fast food you might go through withdrawals :) I don't have that problem. I cut out noodles and haven't had bread. So no carbs in the beginning is really helping. Try it out, you can do it now. The rule of thumb is eat protein first. So , if you are a meat and tater person....do the meat and skip the taters. If Sweets are your thing you might have a problem with the band because you can still do sweets and they go down fine but..you will not loose weight. So if you think of doing the cheat thing this is not going to work. I took a long time to take this step..I have always been heavy, but I have been fat and healthy. Now I'm pushing 50 and all my # were going up. My BP was 140/92, today it was 126/82 so I already stopped taking BP meds....It really all depends how badly you want it.
Follow the rules and you will be successful..If I can do it so can you.. I am also way more energetic already. I'm not gonna be running marathons, But I am getting off my butt to move more..
Dr Jawad is like you said a no nonsense kind of guy, I like that. Inform yourself and ask many questions.
I'm here
Petra
Topic: RE: New Banders, Dr. Jawad in Ocala
I am also a new patient of Dr. Jawads. I have called there several times and the lady in pre authorization in Ocala never answers the phone, I don't feel very comfy leaving messages. I always feel like if I leave a message at a doctors office I will never get a call back. What was your whole over all feeling and experience with him. He seems like a very straight forward kind of guy. I am starting my 6 months with my primary and it looks like I should have my surgery done around Christmas time. I cant wait. 
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on 6/28/10 7:16 am
on 6/28/10 7:16 am
Topic: RE: New Banders, Dr. Jawad in Ocala
They are very busy, today I went to their office in Orlando. they moved and are in disarray, but I can understand that. I am lucky I have tricare they required neither of those 2. I would keep trying, the ins. lady was slow in responding. When you call, ask whoever answers the phone to get you the info instead of leaving a message with her. have you done the meeting?? Are you aware of all the preop diet stuff? I have had no problems with the op at all. I stayed overnight, and felt fine right after the op. Are you geting the band as well? My belly looked like I had a run in with a staple gun :) 5 little holes. I started this whole thing pre op diet and all on 20 may with 256 lbs today I was 229...soooo I am very happy:) Let me know how i can help you
Petra
Petra
Topic: RE: Pt. Charlotte/englewood area
I live near Engwd and I am planning on having VSG with Dr. Moses Shieh at Lee Memorial in Ft Myers.
Topic: RE: New Banders, Dr. Jawad in Ocala
I thought the same thing about the Florida board.
I also have Dr. Jawad, I have just started on my journey. My insurance company required a nut. eval and a psych eval. I have completed both but nothing has been sent to my insurance co. yet. I have called the dr.'s office and left a message twice but I never seem to get a return call.
What was your experience with Dr. Jawad's office?
Topic: 13 days till.........................
The first meeting of the Bay Area Weight Loss surgery Support Group will be Saturday July 10th, from 10:00am until noon. These support group meetings will be the second Saturday of each month, and will be at Community Lodge 402 W. Waters Avenue, Tampa, Fl. 33604.
These support groups are for anyone who has had or who is considering having weight loss surgery. Come join us and lets ahve a little fun along with a lot of support.
Me and Steve are really excited about this new support group. We can not wait to meet everyone. Sounds like our first meeting is going to bean awesome turn out. CAN'T WAIT!
These support groups are for anyone who has had or who is considering having weight loss surgery. Come join us and lets ahve a little fun along with a lot of support.
Me and Steve are really excited about this new support group. We can not wait to meet everyone. Sounds like our first meeting is going to bean awesome turn out. CAN'T WAIT!
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on 6/27/10 2:35 pm
on 6/27/10 2:35 pm
Topic: New Banders, Dr. Jawad in Ocala
Hello, seems the Florida Board is not very active.....Anybody here new to the Journey ?
I live on the Space coast and can't be the only one?!?? Hopefully we can get the east coast to pipe up every once in a while???
I am doing well so far, I will have my first fill (or not) tomorrow.
One day at a time
I live on the Space coast and can't be the only one?!?? Hopefully we can get the east coast to pipe up every once in a while???
I am doing well so far, I will have my first fill (or not) tomorrow.
One day at a time
Topic: RE: DS with AvMed
Way back when he stopped doing it I had not yet had my surgery and I was disappointed to find I would have to travel to have the DS. But I could not be happier with my choice of surgery or surgeon. It worked out well. Next month I will be four years out and my DH will be one year out!
We have a saying on the DS forum -- think twice, cut once! If you have questions about the DS let me know or you can post them on the DS forum. You might also want to go to DSfacts.com . There are some DS surgeons who have great info on their websites as well. Let me know if you would like the links.
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We have a saying on the DS forum -- think twice, cut once! If you have questions about the DS let me know or you can post them on the DS forum. You might also want to go to DSfacts.com . There are some DS surgeons who have great info on their websites as well. Let me know if you would like the links.
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