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    Re: Hernia Repair During Sleeve Procedure

    Had my surgery on Nov 23 which included sleeve and hiatal hernia repair. The hernia repair only added a few minutes to the time. I was discharged the next day. Have had no complications. ...
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    Re: How many days did you stay in the hospital?

    I was told that I would spend two nights in the hospital. When I received my approval letter from the company it stated I was having the sleeve and would be hospitalized for one night. I quickly...
  3. Thread: I Won!

    by Victerria
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    Re: I Won!

    Very good! I am working my way up!
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    Re: Hello Everyone!

    I had my surgery on 23 Nov. Have done well. I drink only Premier Shakes and prefer Vanilla to the choclate and strawberry. The key seems to be small sips and over 30 min or longer. I can start...
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    Re: Post op , day 2

    Hi Everyone,
    My surgery was late on Monday Nov 23 in the afternoon. I was walking that evening. Had a restless night on account of a malfunction tweeting of a door in the main hallway so I was so...
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    Re: Getting ready for tomorrow surgery.

    Congratulations and best of luck for those having surgery tomorrow morning!
  7. Re: My Insurance is Finally Covering Bariatric Surgery as of Jan 2016

    There are many hoops but if you proceed and take one day at time, you will be surprised how quick the day comes. I started my presurgery 3 month nutrition visits in August, had egd, surgeon visit,...
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    Re: ONEderland and the Century Club!

    Congratulations! I cannot wait to have mine done (Nov 23). Thank you for posting your encouraging and inspirational journey!
  9. Thread: I'm sleeved!

    by Victerria
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    Re: I'm sleeved!

    Congratulations! Glad to hear all is well!
  10. Re: Physical capabilities after gastric sleeve surgery

    Wow you are an inspiration for those of us waiting for surgery! Congratulations and thanks so much for sharing!
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    Re: After 11 months...

    You are beautiful (before too) ! You have done an awesome job so far and you are an inspiration to me. Lately I have read several negative posts and I was so happy to read your positive you. I am...
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    Re: Almost 2 month post op pictures!!

    Wow!! Great job!
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    Re: Questions regarding psych consult

    I did have the psych evaluation. It consisted of an "online" questionnaire. Once that was submitted than I had to schedule an appt for a phone inteview. The questionnaire basically covered...
  14. Re: FIRST SURGIVERSARY: Hullo, good life. Buh-bye, 92.6 pounds!

    Hello there and thank you so much for your beautiful write-up. So practical and with so much great advice. I am 60 and just beginning this journey. I am on a 3 month diet as per insurance...
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    Re: Beginning Today

    LOL! Yes and they did not have to shorten me to raise my BMI, for it was high enough! Congratulations by the way on your weight loss !
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    Questions regarding psych consult

    My insurance requires psychological evaluation. Apparently it can be done by phone, I have received link to web site to register and set up an appointment. Has anyone had this done and what can be...
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    Re: Beginning Today

    I really do not think I need to worry since my BMI is 44 so it will be unlikely I will drop below 40 in 3 months.
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    Re: A year - or so - on...

    Great job! You look absolutely terrific!
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    Re: Beginning Today

    Yes in addition must meet BMI 40 or greater or have BMI 35 and greater with two medical diagnosis, must meet with psychologist and complete and have green light for medical work up. Medical work up...
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    Beginning Today

    After waiting 3 weeks, my appointment day finally arrived. I asked my husband to accompany me so that I would be sure not to miss anything and he would know how to support me. I arrived at the...
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    The Journey Begins

    Hello I am brand new and just beginning the first steps to a healthier me. My first appt with my doctor is August 10th.
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