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Thanks so much for the information. I'm trying to decide between having a DS or SIPS as a revision from RNY from the year 2000. I'm looking to loose 75 lbs of excess weight that I have regained. Do you think instead of having a common channel at 300, shortening it to 250 would help fight off the regain in the future. I suppose I would need to know the real difference between a single and a double (whatever it's called) to know if having a SIPS surgery with a shorter common channel is just the same as the DS. What are your thought on this?
There are very few bariatric surgeons capable of doing an RNY to DS revision. It is a very complex operation and should only be done by one of these highly skilled surgeons. (Below are the ones I'm aware of in the U.S.)
Ara Keshishian, MD
Location: Pasadena, CA
John Rabkin, MD
Location: San Francisco, CA
Steven Simper, MD
Location: Millcreek, UT
Folahan Ayoola, MD
Location: Denton & Flower Mound, TX
Stephen Boyce, MD
Location: Knoxville, TN
Hazem Elariny, MD
Location: Vienna, VA
Fernando Bonanni, MD
Location: Warminster, PA
Is the ricotta bake ok for the puréed phase postop? What about puréed Wendy's chili?
Age: 50 Ht: 5' 3.5" SW: 261 BMI: 45.5 CW: 119.4 BMI: 20.8 Goal in 9.5 months (23.6 lbs below goal) Total lost: 141.6 lbs Inches lost: 84.25"
Month one: 22.2 lbs; Month 2: 17.4 lbs; Month 3: 11 lbs; Month 4: 13 lbs; Month 5: 11.4
lbs; Month 6: 9.2 lbs; Month 7: 13.2 lbs;
Month 8: 9 lbs; Month 9: 10.2 lbs; Month 10: 3.6 lbs: Month 11: 7.6 lbs Month 12: 5.8 lbs 
Hi Gaines39,
Welcome to OH
I did not have a revision but have seen many members have success. Most surgeons offer some kind of financial aid options. I would be glad to assist you with finding a surgeon in your area. In order to find the best surgeon for you I would need some additional information. I will send you a PM (private message)
Let's get this going for you 
Regards,
Kathy
Member Services
HW:330 - GW:150 - MW:118-125
RW:190 - CW:130
I had gastric bypass surgery with Dr. Bryan Freeman in 2010. He no longer practices I lost down over 100 pounds but oven gained 50 back. I've been looking for a revision to DS. However, I was just told today that my insurance no longer covers Bariatric surgery. Has anyone had success with revision and paid out of pocket or through a finance plans?
Thanks. I will. I see the doc in January.
BTW....How have you found the revision. I know you need to be much more careful about what you eat and how much (or you get sick).
I don't have an answer since my revision was medically necessary because of my GERD and was not for additional weight loss. I think it's also dependent on your insurance. Some companies have a one WLS per lifetime limit. Your best bet is probably to check directly with your insurance company to see what its requirements are.
Hi,
I actually have a statement and question.
When I was trying to decide which WLS I should have, I decides on the bypass. However, after I had my endoscopic exam, I was told that with the bypass I would not be able to get an endoscope to keep an eye on my stomach. I was concerned about cancer. So, I was sleeved Oct. 21, 2016.
I did not lose quickly and I never reached goal. Before surgery, my highest recorded weight was 261 lbs. At surgery, I was 241 lbs. I am 5 ft. 6 in. Due to spine issues, I am not active and I can barely walk. The lowest weight I reached was 171 lbs. that lasted an hour (lol).
In the last 6 months I've had 2 major spine surgeries whichhas meant steroids, pain killers andother meds to control muscle spasms and nerve inflammation. Then of course, my daily meds. I am now approximately 11 weeks out from my 2nd spine surgery. Recovery for this surgery has been very difficult. In addition, I am gaining lots of weight. I now fluctuate from 183 to 186. This is over a 10 pound weight gain!
Aside the gain is the fact I never reached my goal. Although my doc does not believe in goal setting. Me? I do! My first goal is 161 lbs. to make my total loss 100 lbs. Depending on how I feel at that weight, I might consider another 5 or 10 lb. loss.
Why all this information? I am very curious about going for revision surgery. Does revision surgery have specific requirements like the first did? High BP, sleep apnea, etc.? I know all onsurances are different but is the surgery coveredby insurance.
Sorry for being so long winded. I appreciate any info you can share.
Ronnie (GRANDMAr)
Lapband removed 13 months ago
port infection
low bmi patient 31.9
have a sliding hiatus hernia and reflux
have been approved privately for a short limbed Bypass or sleeve
I prefer sleeve less invasive and I'm so scared of bypass and scared of the Acid and GERD not disappearing
If you have existing GERD than you should not consider VSG as it may exacerbate it. Instead, pursue an RNY which often resolves GERD/reflux/heartburn.
