NUT "Class" (Not!)

Very disappointed!  Had first visit at nutritionists today.  What a joke!  Classroom full of people, a rushed, could-have-phoned-it-in PP presentation, a couple of handouts, and Viola! we're done.  No time for questions, no real chance to absorb anything.  She was in a rush so she could see the basketball tip-off!  I'll have one more "visit" before surgery, and that'll be that.  Guess I get to figure it all out on my own!   Actually, I'm supposed to see her 3 times after surgery, for whatever that'll be worth.  This is not covered by insurance, and I only had to pay $20, so I suppose you get what you pay for.
 
Is this typical for NUT visits/classes?   

My  pcp had me see a nutritionist last year.  That was what I had also - at that time.  Yes, I felt it was a joke.    The nutritionist in my surgeon's office costs $45 (new price per visit - just her and me).  Worth every penny and knew about gastric bypass.  You might inquire around and find one familiar with our situation.  I saw my nut  4 times BEFORE surgery.  Planning to see her again in May (to show her my food log and make sure she thinks nothing I am eating needs tweeking).   Don't know if this helped or not.  Best wishes

Since my insurance isn't requiring a supervised diet prior to surgery, I won't be seeing the NUT again until right before surgery, supposedly for some more detailed information about post-surgery, foods, etc.  I'll have my pre-op visit then, too, and I think I'll ask my surgeon about a recommendation for someone who I can see one-on-one for good, solid information, even if I have to pay more out-of-pocket.  I plan to do as much reading and research ahead of time, but I'd like to be sure I'm on the right track about nutrition.  This is a really big investment of time, money, energy and lifetime changes, so I'd like to do it right, if you know what I mean!

Thanks for responding; it helps to hear someone else's experience.  Best wishes on your continuing journey!

Beth

Honestly, I would not see her again.  I would find a registered dietician that is experience withd gastric bypass.  If it costs more, then pay more.  But why pay anything if you're not getting anything, or not getting what you need?

 My first NUT visit was 4 hours but it was 2 classes combined on one day. 2nd visit was 1-on-1 in her office for an hour. Plenty of time for questions. She stopped by my room every day I was in the hospital recovering as well and is always available in her office (when she's not on maternity leave) for phone calls.

My weight loss center charged $550 up front not billable to my insurance and the NUT support was included in that fee.

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I saw the NUT/NP many times before and continue to see her every few months. She is available for phone calls anytime and the NP/NUT services through my care center are completely free (deal made between bariatric center and hospital so that even if you dont have insurance you will have care for life). Before surgery had many meetings to check progress and 2-4 learning meetings.

You could always see if there are any support groups in your area and attend those. Would probably be a great source of information and they would more than likely welcome any and all questions. Good luck!