Revision RNY gastric bypass
I had RNY gastric bypass in 2004 and had great success by losing nearly 100 lbs. Over time there has been almost 100% regain, plus many other issues. After going all over the city of Dallas looking for a physician who had done successful revisions on RNY I was told by a co-worker about Dr. John Alexander in Dallas. I called them, consulted with Dr A, had all the tests (endoscopy, sleep study, etc) and this was all done within about 2 weeks of my initial appointment. The endoscopy revealed that my intestine meets my pouch and has stretched so much that food gets trapped and not digested. Dr A described it as a sock filled with marbles and it just hangs there. That part is being cut out and reattaching the intestine. Of course there's more to this but I don't want to post terminologies that I can't explain.
My revision surgery is on Nov 6, 2013 with Dr A, and I am naturally nervous. I've prayed for a 2nd chance with weightloss surgery since dieting, taking diet pills and everything else since the regain has not had great success. Lord knows I don't want to go through this again (surgery) but I feel awful. Everything on my body aches from the weight. I have developed high blood pressure and other issues have begun to surface. I need help! And this time, with the help of the Lord, I will be more in tune to my body and know exactly what to expect on this journey.
Everyone's insurance is different. Thankfully mine (BCBS Anthem) covers this procedure. Dr A's office worked on my behalf and got approval...nothing I had to deal with. The insurance process was pretty fast as well...maybe 2 weeks.
The most impactful thing for me thus far was more psychological since it was during the psy evaluation. She asked me to acknowledge that I do have a weight issue. Sort of like an alcoholic coming to terms with their disease. She advised me to weigh every single day after the surgery by using a digital scale. She told me to even watch out for gaining even an ounce and not to let it go. I have to attack it that day and not gain since that mere ounce turns to pounds and before we know it things are out of control. For me, weighing everyday may save my life. I always thought weighing daily was too much but when you have weight issues it becomes critical and we have to do the necessary things to be successful. I will not fail again, although the regain has not been all my fault. I feel like a failure in some ways and it's hurtful, but I'm encouraged and expect great things for my life and future again. I trust God to take care of my concerns...I've done all I know to do...now it's all in His very capable hands.
Hi Audrey
I'm also schedule to have my revision with Dr.Alexander in December r 2013. The office staff is great I got approve in 1 week, I had my scope and sleep study as well. I had been to two different doctors in Houston fist Dr.Miranda and The Davis clinic they couldn't get it approve. The Davis Clinic I don't believe was really trying . Please keep me posted and good luck to you.
Thanks Audrey ! A friend referred me to Dr.Alexander she also have a revision she is doing awesome she in a size 3 . She did
fabulous and she doesn't even exercise. I my self did awesome with the first surgery but had a surprise pregency and it brought back 50 plus unwanted pounds.. 
. I did lose a few pounds after put manage to put them and more on. I have joined the gym and work out at least 3 days so I know this will help.
Audreya43
I am praying for your success. Your story sounds a lot like mine. I had my original RNY in 2004 and I got approved today for Revision weight loss surgery. I thank GOD for another chance! I thought it was just me and I was beating myself up for regaining most of my weight back. My doctor just diagnosed me with an underactive Thyroid and she put me on medicine for that. She said that an underactive Thyroid will cause you to gain weight because it reduced your metabolism to zero. Unfortunately, also I have recently been diagnosed with Diabetes. I already had High Blood Pressure now I have Diabetes also. I refuse to live my live with Diabetes. I will do whatever I have to in order to lose this weight and get rid of these diseases.
I pray for your speedy recovery and I ask for your prayers as well. I know that I was lead to your posting because now I am encouraged! Thank you for sharing your story.
Good Bless You
Valerie Moore
Today is surgery day!! I'm ready!! I was on solid foods for 3 days and clear liquids along with the formula to cleanse your system yesterday. Whew! What a day! I was so hungry but I made it through. Nothing after midnight the day before surgery.
