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Topic: concerns of mini gastric bypass
I've been googling all over the place about the MGB. ONe of the troubling things to me as how dr rutledge seems to be the only game in town. He has another facility he works with in Fl which apparently gives him a fee back from preforming his surgery, but it seems it's frowned upon by every other well known bariatric surgeon. I think there are several reason for this, 1) it's based on a procedure done (bills something or other surgery) which has been in abandoned due to severe complications. Yeah, I know for all the Dr. Rutledge apologists, he does his different, and everyone has been very happy with their surgery blah blah blah, but one wonders when a new procedure comes up for any type of surgery many specialists in teh field will repeat the surgerical technique if they believe it's worthy of learning.
IN this instance no well known bariatric drs working in a hospital, particularly of the designation of "bariatric center of excellence" will touch this procedure. All of this is disappointing to me as I really want to go for it.
But it's is very disturbing that one guy has the market on the procedure and those he trained like the doc in florida he gets a piece of the action which to me is like a sales person getting a commission. Couple with his disiplinary action in NV for withholding information was to his disiplinary actions from the NC medical board. Obviously he withheld this on purpose. He got caught and amended his app. This is not a surgeon that has the highest scruples as a physician. And if so few are taking up his procedure one wonders. Also any "research" are by him and there is NO INDEPENDENT research to back up his claimes on his web site. BTW, his web site looks cheesy like that of a guy selling a cadie. As always this is my opinion.
IN this instance no well known bariatric drs working in a hospital, particularly of the designation of "bariatric center of excellence" will touch this procedure. All of this is disappointing to me as I really want to go for it.
But it's is very disturbing that one guy has the market on the procedure and those he trained like the doc in florida he gets a piece of the action which to me is like a sales person getting a commission. Couple with his disiplinary action in NV for withholding information was to his disiplinary actions from the NC medical board. Obviously he withheld this on purpose. He got caught and amended his app. This is not a surgeon that has the highest scruples as a physician. And if so few are taking up his procedure one wonders. Also any "research" are by him and there is NO INDEPENDENT research to back up his claimes on his web site. BTW, his web site looks cheesy like that of a guy selling a cadie. As always this is my opinion.
Topic: RE: Received Denial -- United Healthcare -- Next?
I did not have problem when they filed for my lap-band. I think you need to have them to resubmit your paper work. It is really up to the docotor office to submit the paper work as needed for the insurance company.
Good Luck,
Sabrina
Good Luck,
Sabrina
Topic: RE: Singles WLS convention
I think it's a neat idea. I would attend just not soon. I haven't had luck getting WLS done yet.
Topic: RE: What is the diff?
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Hi,
The MGB is easiest to describe is at http://clos.net. The difference is the connections and the amount of intestines bypassed. The MGB bypass is at least 6 feet bypassed. The RNY is around 13 inches but that may vary.
The MGB is easiest to describe is at http://clos.net. The difference is the connections and the amount of intestines bypassed. The MGB bypass is at least 6 feet bypassed. The RNY is around 13 inches but that may vary.
Clueless about weight loss and weight loss surgery of any kind.
Topic: What is the diff?
between the MGB and the RNY? just the way they staple and attach the small intestine?
I'm assuming the restrictions of no soda......very low sugar intake are the same?
I'm assuming the restrictions of no soda......very low sugar intake are the same?
Topic: RE: Just had a Mini GBP
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Hi,
I am very surprised you are on solid food already. Is this what your surgeon recommends? Your new tummy needs time to heal.
Regarding hunger. This can have many layers. Is it true hunger or head hunger. Is your mind reacting to situations, feelings or is it because you are truly hungry. You don't have to answer them but think about it. You may want to talk this over with your councelor if you have one. Having the surgery doesn't cure us. It's just a tool. We still have to deal with the issues that put us in an obese state in the first place. Also, getting some advice from a nutritionist may help as well. He/She can help with meal planning and selection.
As for eating fat, I wouldn't get too hung up on that. Just make healthy food choices. Yes, the nature of this surgery is to prevent absorption of some fat.
Keep in touch and please, revisit the food stages as to what to eat and when.
I am very surprised you are on solid food already. Is this what your surgeon recommends? Your new tummy needs time to heal.
Regarding hunger. This can have many layers. Is it true hunger or head hunger. Is your mind reacting to situations, feelings or is it because you are truly hungry. You don't have to answer them but think about it. You may want to talk this over with your councelor if you have one. Having the surgery doesn't cure us. It's just a tool. We still have to deal with the issues that put us in an obese state in the first place. Also, getting some advice from a nutritionist may help as well. He/She can help with meal planning and selection.
As for eating fat, I wouldn't get too hung up on that. Just make healthy food choices. Yes, the nature of this surgery is to prevent absorption of some fat.
Keep in touch and please, revisit the food stages as to what to eat and when.
Clueless about weight loss and weight loss surgery of any kind.
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on 10/12/10 8:06 pm
on 10/12/10 8:06 pm
Topic: Just had a Mini GBP
Hi all ...
I just had the mini GBP procedure exactly one week ago, I'm not sure if some of the things I'm experiencing are common or there is something wrong,
Well ....
I'm on mashed foods right now, I eat and get full quite fast ... but then and hour and a half later I'd feel hungry again!!! Is that normal, should I eat .. should I hold back??
I read that at this stage I should be eating 5-6 small meals a day, but somewhere else it said 3 meals only and no snacking!!
I still crave food when I smell it .... is that normal??
Also, a friend asked me "so now you can eat fatty foods and your body won't absorb it" I understand that Mini GBP prevents the body from absorbing up to 70% of the fat, is that true??
I feel I'm not losing weight, and I'm thinking about food almost all the time!!
I want to do this right ... any advice on what foods to eat and what to avoid would be great ...
What do you think??
Razan
I just had the mini GBP procedure exactly one week ago, I'm not sure if some of the things I'm experiencing are common or there is something wrong,
Well ....
I'm on mashed foods right now, I eat and get full quite fast ... but then and hour and a half later I'd feel hungry again!!! Is that normal, should I eat .. should I hold back??
I read that at this stage I should be eating 5-6 small meals a day, but somewhere else it said 3 meals only and no snacking!!
I still crave food when I smell it .... is that normal??
Also, a friend asked me "so now you can eat fatty foods and your body won't absorb it" I understand that Mini GBP prevents the body from absorbing up to 70% of the fat, is that true??
I feel I'm not losing weight, and I'm thinking about food almost all the time!!
I want to do this right ... any advice on what foods to eat and what to avoid would be great ...
What do you think??
Razan
Topic: RE: pain
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Hi,
Yes an endoscopy is a good idea. I'd plan it every year. Since we are ulcer prone, you may want to get checked for that as well. I had the same issue about two years out and I took the ulcer med series and it took care of it. Also take a Prevacid every day and see if that gives you some relief. You can get it over the counter now. I think you will be ok. Just get the scope and checked for ulcers.
Yes an endoscopy is a good idea. I'd plan it every year. Since we are ulcer prone, you may want to get checked for that as well. I had the same issue about two years out and I took the ulcer med series and it took care of it. Also take a Prevacid every day and see if that gives you some relief. You can get it over the counter now. I think you will be ok. Just get the scope and checked for ulcers.
Clueless about weight loss and weight loss surgery of any kind.
Topic: pain
I had my surgery 2 years ago this month. I am beginning to think that it was the worst mistake I have ever made. I have abdominal pain daily and have to take pain medication just to function. I have had every test done except for a scope which my doctor is now thinking about doing. Any suggestions or advice would be greatly appreciated.
Topic: RE: IS ANYONE GOT PREGNAT AFTER MINI BYPASS SURGERY..I NEED HELP
HI,
I had roux-en y bypass about 6 years ago. I was told not to get pregnant for 18 months post op and to use a reliable form of birth control. Lucky for me this didn't happen. I did have a baby in December of 2007 which was 3 years after my bypass. I have a healthy baby girl now. I have heard of folks that got pregnant shortly after surgery and had healthy babies, but I also know that it is contraindicated. I also have a friend that had MGB and now has two very healthy kids, but she did make it through the waiting period. Good luck!
I had roux-en y bypass about 6 years ago. I was told not to get pregnant for 18 months post op and to use a reliable form of birth control. Lucky for me this didn't happen. I did have a baby in December of 2007 which was 3 years after my bypass. I have a healthy baby girl now. I have heard of folks that got pregnant shortly after surgery and had healthy babies, but I also know that it is contraindicated. I also have a friend that had MGB and now has two very healthy kids, but she did make it through the waiting period. Good luck!
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