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Maisie87
on 1/27/19 11:20 am
Topic: Sleep apnea

I got the results from my sleep study that my family doctor referred me for. Turns out I have moderate sleep apnea and require a CPAP.

Does anyone know what the cost of these machines end up being after OHIP coverage?

I'm so glad I did this test early, so it didn't hold me back later in the process!

Referral: Nov. 9/18 HRRHOrientation: January 29, 2019Met Surgeon: May 27, 2019Nurse & Dietician: June 10, 2019Internist: June 12, 2019Social Worker: June 28, 2019Surgery Date: October 7, 2019

(deactivated member)
on 1/27/19 7:48 am - Bumfuknowhere, Canada
Topic: RE: Pre-op liver-shrinking diet

Volume is going to matter greatly moving forward so may as well get used to it. You are lucky you are allowed some veggies as most are allowed none. I would start following the rules now as it will just set you up to keep doing it when it truly matters even more.

H.A.L.A B.
on 1/26/19 12:38 pm
Topic: RE: Duodenal Switch - What I learned

You know docs make money when they are doing surgeries? And getting a new patient to visit. It is called business. Most good surgeons - good ones - would advise conservative approach, and avoiding surgery if that is possible. Not all docs are like that IMO.

Hala. RNY 5/14/2008; Happy At Goal =HAG

"I can eat or do anything I want to - as long as I am willing to deal with the consequences"

"Failure is not falling down, It is not getting up once you fell... So pick yourself up, dust yourself off, and start all over again...."

momov2
on 1/26/19 9:57 am
RNY on 03/22/18
Topic: RE: Duodenal Switch - What I learned

I agree with some of the things said here. However if the surgeon feels this is your best option then I say go for it! Good luck!

Ref to Sudbury July 4/17 Sleep study July 29/17 Orientation Sept 13/17 1on1's Feb 2/18 OTN Feb 27/18 Pre op Mar 13/18 Surgery Mar 22/18 St. Michael's w Dr. Grantcharov Opti-10lb M1=-24lbs M2=-11.5 M3=-7.5 M4=-8 M5=-9 M6=-8.5 M7=-6.5 M8=-8 M9=-5 M10=5.5 M11=-2.5 M12=-5 M13=-4

Jbax
on 1/25/19 7:30 pm
RNY on 02/04/19
Topic: Pre-op liver-shrinking diet

What happens if you eat more than the recommended volume of permitted vegetables? Since they are basically calorie-free and I'm just eating raw vegetables, does volume really matter?

I'm trying to figure out how diligently I have to measure them.

TIA.

Lucile777
on 1/25/19 6:43 pm
Topic: RE: The wheels are in motion

Dr. Hagen is amazing. Very experienced. You are very lucky :) I wish I had him. I had Dr. Huynh. He was okay.

RNY Oct. 27/17. HW 289; SW 285; GW 144; LW: 161 CW: 196 FML: Fighting regain :(

Lucile777
on 1/25/19 6:39 pm
Topic: RE: I dumped on a banana smoothie today

Thank you- sounds yummy :)

RNY Oct. 27/17. HW 289; SW 285; GW 144; LW: 161 CW: 196 FML: Fighting regain :(

BUFFY M.
on 1/25/19 8:36 am - Bobcaygeon, Canada
RNY on 11/23/15
Topic: RE: What are you doing/eating Friday?

B - Coffee, Chocolate Premier Protein Shake

S - Cloud Bread

L - Cottage Cheese with Blueberries, 1 Large Egg

S - 15 slices Turkey Pepperoni

D - Turkey Meatballs, Steamed Veggies

Referral: July 2014 Orientation: October 2014 Meeting with Surgeon: March 23, 2015 RN/SW/Dietician: June 1, 2015 2ND Phone Interview with Dietician: July 7, 2015 Dr. Glazier (Internist): August 24, 2015 Surgery: November 23, 2015 Starting Weight: 305 lbs - Goal Weight: 130 lbs - Current Weight: 145 lbs

wrkinprogress
on 1/25/19 8:30 am
Topic: What are you doing/eating Friday?

Happy Friday everyone!

This seemed like a long week so I'm glad it's coming to an end. COLD COLD outside today but thankfully the roads are clear. Tonight my best friend and I planned to head up to Sarnia to try out luck at the Point Edward Casino and have dinner to celebrate my birthday but it will all depend on what the weather does!

B - 1/2 protein shake, 1 boiled egg

S - greek yogurt

L - chicken veggie soup

S - turkey pepperette

D - TBD maybe some shrimp ****tail and a soup

S - 1/2 protein shake

Enjoy the weekend all!

wrkinprogress
on 1/25/19 8:23 am
Topic: RE: What are you eating/doing Thursday?

Thanks Ginny.

VERY relieved to know eventually it will grow back!

I just kept it pretty basic and dyed so I don't have any grey roots. I do have some condition from the salon that I've been using and am going to try one of those deep conditioning treatments that you leave on for a bit.

I appreciate the advice ;)

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