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Ho mework is done......
Jun 06, 2009
It has been a few months since I wrote last. Gotta say the kept me busy with all the stuff I was required to before my PCP could write me a letter for my insurance; Echo, pulm func study, psych eval, blood work and diet & exercise
, although now I am on BP & progesterone meds I finished!!!!One of the things I accomplished; six month supervised diet
. it was like a roller-coaster ride. I think it opened my eyes to my relationship w/food. I also have to say that without my PCP/family help I could not have done it. I considered myself blessed in that aspect. Tough it was really hard at times, I cansay it is all a learning process.
My PCP wrote me the very detail letter required by my insurance co, the bariatric center is now reviewing and preparing the case to present it to the insurance
I am hoping for the best, they told me it can take up to 2 weeks before I hear anything from them. After that they will schedule me to see the surgeon. It seems sooo close
yet sooo far. My DH was very happy that things are progressing, me too!!! However, I am worry because I will be going on vacation in a few weeks and will really like to have everything taken care before then so I will not worry during our family time but that remains to be seen.
Since I started my path on searching for the possibility to have wls, my road has taken many twist, turns and stops but I have come to appreciate all of them. They have given me a chance to learn more things, value all the lesson of others, meet new people that have the same fears I do. I am ready for the NEW chapter on this journey.
As soon as I hear anything new I will let you guys know and thank you for all of the support received
Geting some homework done...
Feb 07, 2009
Hello everyone! My 1st appt came and went. I had mixed feelings about it. The NP met with me asked more of the same typical questions, I answered the best I could. She asked if I had any particular surg in mind; my answer was either VS or RNY. her answer to me was that the RNY will be a better choice for me. I was taken back by that statement since i did not expected to have the discussion with the surgeon and not her! Given my clinical history and my fam clinical history she said it will be a "better choice"
Why do I feel cheated about this? Nevertheless she was very through explaining all the choices except the band as per my request. I guess I was not mentally ready for it. I taught we were going to discuss only the pre op test that I need. Of course I need the Psych eval (scheduled), a pre/post PFT (scheduled). lab work, more letter from my PCP, and the results from an prior ECHO. Later I went on to see my nut. She explained that I will need to go on a liquid diet 2 wks b4 surg. I will need to order the shakes from her,since the are prescribed? I will do whatever is necessary!!!
I met with Nancy my nut later that day. I found her to be very knowledgeable. She explain what I need to be doing now in order to prepare myself for all the coming changes. I got a lot of reading material. exhausting! She also encourage me to write a list of things I wish for to change a yr post op and put them away and read them then to compare what I will accomplish. I tough it was a good idea. Nancy continue to advice me on the types of protein and the amount I will need to consume on a daily basis. I felt a lil overwhelmed with soo much info. She complemented me on my questions, she was able to tell I kinda did some homework before my appt. It definitely helped!
I just needed to vent!!! I am trying to stay focus one day at a time. Wish me luck!
Last I met with the financial coordinator who advise me as soon as have all of the results the will present my case to the ins co. I naively asked what is the average wait after that and she said 1 WEEK! I was surprised. It also made me nervous. i felt like wow this might happened sooner than I expected.
Next week is my PFT, I will also see my PCP and get my labs done. the week after that will be my psych eval. Keeping my finger cross tru this process. Its been a roller coaster ride but a ride I do not want to pass.
My First appt...
Jan 17, 2009
Well, I decided it was time to take care of ME! I am always taking care of everyone else need ahead of my own. I have been thinking about WLS for a while but was afraid. I decided that it is time to let the extra person I am carrying around GO for good. I finished my WLS seminar and met with the director of the WLS dept ( it kinda help that I work for the hosp...lol)he kinda put my mins at ease for the moment. However I must say that the entire office staff had been extremly attentive.
My first appt is set for Feb 2. I will meet with the NP and the nutritionist. I am also visiting my primary doctor to get the paper work started for the insurance co. Altough I have insurance there is still some out of pocket expense. Never the less I am going tru with it. After all supporting my smoking habit was more costly and dangerous for my health.
I on this journey for a better me, a healthier me. I thank God I have a very supported husband and kids.
Wish me luck, keep me on your prayers and any advice/support
will be greatly WELCOME!!! 
About Me
NYC, NY
Location
26.8
BMI
Surgery
08/17/2009
Surgery Date
Jan 16, 2009
Member Since
