Hi Everyone,
I am interested in hearing from post-ops (6 mos or longer) about your experiences with very specific things, before and after surgery. I'm struggling with whether to have the...
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Hi Everyone,
I am interested in hearing from post-ops (6 mos or longer) about your experiences with very specific things, before and after surgery. I'm struggling with whether to have the...
Hi Mara! How are you doing? Thank you for your response - I really appreciate it and especially from a fellow Chicagoan.
I do have other comorbidities like sleep apnea and high cholesterol, plus...
Hi Everyone,
I am really struggling right now and may not be able to get the surgery because of the program's psychologist. I need some advice.
So my insurance requires a psych visit and the...
Sraebaer, thank you so much for your post. As a newbie here, I noticed your posts right away and appreciated them, along with a few other regulars who tell it like it is. It's comforting to know that...
Thank you for your post! I'm a newbie here and still hoping to get insurance approval. Enjoy your newfound energy - I know I wish I had it now! : )
Hi Everyone,
I met last week with my surgeon and it looks like my insurance will be covering the surgery. I'm shooting for a surgery date in November or maybe even as early as October if it's...
Thanks, Mara! I appreciate the info. I am hoping the paperwork will go smoothly. Feel free to PM me any time to chat - !
Oh wow, thanks for that advice, Christie! I will do that.
Hi Mara,
How long is the process for approval? My insurance may change in December (though it will still be BCBS) and I'm hoping to get the surgery before the end of the year! Any tips?
Thanks,
JP
I've had it, twice. It doesn't tighten skin. My results were great for the stomach but neglibible for hips. Bottom line: Expensive and NOT worth it.
Hello,
I am new here and getting a consultation in Sept for the sleeve at St. Joseph hospital in Chicago. My BMI is 35 (weight fluctuates between 205-215) and since my early 30s (when I went from...