Well today was my first visit with Dr Hart. it went really well despite the fact that i still have puffy face from getting my wisdom teeth out on Friday and it kind of sounds like i'm talking through a pillow.
We discussed the different surgical options and what would be best for ME. I told him I had done a lot of research on the LapBand as well as Roux-N-Y, and wanted his opinion as to what would be the best for me.
He said that since my BMI is in the 50's that he thinks that Roux-N-Y Gastric Bypass would be the best option for me. He said if my BMI was in the 30's or 40's he might say the lapband was the better choice. Personally, I have to agree with him, as much as I was leaning toward the lapband I know that he is right... he is the doctor after all! Also, with getting the RNY there is an element of behavior modification. I will post more on this later. He did say however that I do have the final choice and I can still go with the lapband if I want to.
Well since the appointment went well and he listened to my heart and got my BP and all that jazz he has cleared me to get the per-op testing done and to start the process.... it's real people! I think i'm still a little shocked that it is actually real.
So the list of things I have to do:
- attend at least 1 support group meeting (going to on March 5th)
- get pre-op testing done (scheduled to have done March 4th)
- have a preliminary appointment with the dietitian (scheduled for March 19th)
- have and evaluation and get cleared for surgery by a Psychologist
- complete my "weight loss journal" chronicling all my previous weight loss attempts
- have a 5 year record of weights from my physicians (already working on this)
- Letter of medical necessity/clearance from my PCP
Once this has all been completed they will package it up and send it to UHC for approval. They said UHC usually takes 2-4 weeks to get back with an approval.
I'm excited but a little scared, as is to be expected.
More updates to come soon :)
-Mel
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Have you considered non-surgical options? I'm sure you know, but my GF, Leigh-Anna used to weigh over 250lbs, but she lost well over 100lbs in 2-3 years getting on a regular excercise routine. If you got a personal trainer, it may even end up being cheaper than the surgury. Just thinking out loud :)
Actually I have. I've done MULTIPLE diets as well worked with a personal trainer twice in the past. I got ot the point where I was fed up with trying and working hard with little to no success.
It took me over a year of research to finally get to the point to where I am now. I think too many think (this isnt directed to you btw) that surgical weight loss is an easy option. it isnt. i will have to live with this for the rest of my life. In my opinion, its even harder than doing it the "traditional" route.
your comment has inspired me to make a post about my history, just so people know.
Mel :)
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