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Maybe this link can help locate a qualified surgeon near you.
http://www.obesityhelp.com/find/bariatric-surgeon/IL/
As you mentioned, each Doctor’s charge will be different. There are many factors involved, such as Doctor themselves, the facility they operate, how long the patient remains in the facility, how insurance reimburses, etc.
I know in NJ the average price is between $15,000 and $20,000. I also know that many NJ Doctor’s give a ‘discount’ to self-paid patients.
I’ve also know many people who go out of country to have the operation done. There is one “famous" Doctor in Mexico many folks go to have their operation. If you’re really interested, I can try to obtain that information for you.
Just remember, once outside the United States your rights as a patient, and person, differ. While it may be cheaper in initial costs, unforeseen issues may increase costs.
Good luck, and know we’re here for you.
Tom
“Nothing I will ever eat will give me the feeling I get as when I lose weight” The views expressed are based on my own experiences - and should NOT BE FOLLOWED IN LIEU OF DOCTOR’S ADVICE/INSTRUCTIONS. Only your Doctor knows your condition, and make sure you talk to them before making any changes to your diet
We all know that there are so many things in our lives to be grateful for. Life doesn't promise us anything !!! This is a post to remind us of some of those things. Even if it is for the next breath that comes out of our mouths. We take so much for granted. This post is to remind us of some on the things that we should be grateful for. PLEASE feel free to share with us what you are grateful for today. Today I am grateful for.......
My life and health,
My Faith and answered prayers,
For the breath that I breathe and for a healthy body,
For my family and friends,
My WLS and all the WLS choices available,
For health insurance,
For my home, car and my life,
For support groups,
For being lead to OH by my bariatric surgeon 6 yrs. ago,
For upcoming OH Conference in New Orleans, La. Sept. 9 - 10.
Hugs and blessings ~~~~ Vivian
GOD GRANT ME THE SERENITY TO ACCEPT THE THINGS I CAN NOT CHANGE; COURAGE TO CHANGE THE THINGS THAT I CAN; AND THE WISDOM TO KNOW THE DIFFERENCE !!!! THIS IS MY DAILY PRAYER.
Vivian Prouty Obesity Help Support Group Coach "LOSE IT 4 LIFE"
far more than our abilities.
- J. K. Rowling
GOD GRANT ME THE SERENITY TO ACCEPT THE THINGS I CAN NOT CHANGE; COURAGE TO CHANGE THE THINGS THAT I CAN; AND THE WISDOM TO KNOW THE DIFFERENCE !!!! THIS IS MY DAILY PRAYER.
Vivian Prouty Obesity Help Support Group Coach "LOSE IT 4 LIFE"
Good luck with your quest for answers.
~Kim~
This coming saturday is our support group breakfast. We meet at 9 AM at Sunny Street Cafe......5000 Western Center Blvd......Haltom City, Texas 76137. This breakfast is open to anyone who wants to attend no matter where you are in your journey.....Post ops....pre ops....non-ops. Everyone welcome. Please RSVP if you plan on attending so we will have a seat saved for you.
Hugs and blessings ~~~ Vivian
GOD GRANT ME THE SERENITY TO ACCEPT THE THINGS I CAN NOT CHANGE; COURAGE TO CHANGE THE THINGS THAT I CAN; AND THE WISDOM TO KNOW THE DIFFERENCE !!!! THIS IS MY DAILY PRAYER.
Vivian Prouty Obesity Help Support Group Coach "LOSE IT 4 LIFE"
Maybe this will lighten your feelings … I had no apprehension and fear until about 30 minutes before the operation. And it had nothing to do about the operation .. well kinda it DID … so let me rephrase: It had nothing to do about the PROCEDURE, but it had to do about the OPERATION.
See I never had an operation before, and I didn’t know what to expect. Well I freaked and flipped when I was informed I need to … well .. hmmmm .. errrrr .. remove my “undergarments". I was mortified that anyone would see ... errrrrr .. hmmmmmmm .. my short comings.
I was livid and refused to remove my underwear. I was told if I didn’t I couldn’t have the operation, and I said it was fine and I was planning on leaving. Thank goodness my Sister was there to calm me down, and used the voice of reason. After I relented, and had a “****tail" (anesthesia) I could care less what happened.
OK, stop laughing!!
Good luck, and probably by the time you read this it’s be all over!!
And I too am sorry about the ‘timing" of the layoff. But I firmly believe things happen for a reason, and this could be a blessing.
Tom
“Nothing I will ever eat will give me the feeling I get as when I lose weight” The views expressed are based on my own experiences - and should NOT BE FOLLOWED IN LIEU OF DOCTOR’S ADVICE/INSTRUCTIONS. Only your Doctor knows your condition, and make sure you talk to them before making any changes to your diet
Prayers needed for the people of Joplin, Mo. That was the first thing I heard this AM is about the storms that pounded that poor city it is also in the forecast for more of it later today. This is a post to remind everyone of all the things in our lives that we have to be grateful for everyday. PLEASE feel free to share with us what you are grateful for today. Today I am grateful for........
The rain that we have gotten,
For no hail where I live this time around,
For my Family and friends,
My WLS and my heath and all the available WLS choices,
For my Faith and answered prayers,
For support groups,
For my husband's job and my home and car,
For Obesity Help and for Eric Klein ( he started OH )
For all the message boards here and all the fantastic people on the boards daily helping others out,
For the upcoming OH Conference in New Orleans, La. Sept. 9-10. Hope you are planning to attend one....they are AMAZING !!!!!
Hugs and blessings ~~~ Vivian
GOD GRANT ME THE SERENITY TO ACCEPT THE THINGS I CAN NOT CHANGE; COURAGE TO CHANGE THE THINGS THAT I CAN; AND THE WISDOM TO KNOW THE DIFFERENCE !!!! THIS IS MY DAILY PRAYER.
Vivian Prouty Obesity Help Support Group Coach "LOSE IT 4 LIFE"
I've been robbed! My grandbaby stole my heart! She just raised her hands and I surrendered.
– St. Francis of Assisi
GOD GRANT ME THE SERENITY TO ACCEPT THE THINGS I CAN NOT CHANGE; COURAGE TO CHANGE THE THINGS THAT I CAN; AND THE WISDOM TO KNOW THE DIFFERENCE !!!! THIS IS MY DAILY PRAYER.
Vivian Prouty Obesity Help Support Group Coach "LOSE IT 4 LIFE"
Kathy
