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    Gastric Sleeve Member Singing4MyJesus's Avatar
    I have not had a gastric sleeve.
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    Deborah
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    Emma Patterson, MD
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    I am in the process of readying myself for the gastric sleeve. I have been on this journey since October 2015 in which I went online to a surgeon who a good friend recommended that did her lap band. I filled out their application. I didn't qualify with my insurance with a BMI of 49%. I didn't ha ve diabetes, high BP or sleep apnea (yet). My husband felt I had sleep apnea, so in October I told my doctor I wanted a referral for weightloss surgery and I wanted to be referred for a sleep apnea test. Finally, had my doctor put forward the referral in December, tested in February with a home test which failed 1.5 hours into it. I insisted on a "real" study, had it the first of March. Yup, stopped breathing 41 times an hour. By this time, I was able to tell the weight loss place that I now had sleep apnea and i was not on high BP meds. I am now on a c-pap and got it this last Friday. I finally met with the weight loss place with the nutritionist, physical therapist as well as the gent that tested my metabolism rate. The next meeting was with someone who could really tell me what my sleep test said and he, not my primary care doctor told me how serious it was. I have met with the psychologist already and he said I was good to go. Now I meet with the doctor / surgeon on May 3rd. It is getting real. I have been told this gal is a nationwide leader in this surgery. I was going to go with the lap band, but have since changed my mind for several reasons. I have read and studied the pros and cons, I like probably everyone on this forum have battled weight my whole life, I have done lots of weight loss programs and have lost part of myself many times. My health is at stake and this is my last hurrah! Anyway, I know it is drastic but I am ready to do this! BTW I am a 58 year old female.



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    Gastric Sleeve Member Jmichelle's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
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    Jmichelle
    Surgery date
    03/10/2015
    Surgeon
    Dr. Mario Almanza
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    Congratulations and welcome aboard! I'm a year and a week out and glad that I had the sleeve. Good luck!


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    Gastric Sleeve Member kimmyhitz's Avatar
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    Dr. Christina Richards
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    Welcome, glad to see you here. I'm even more glad to see your name. Hope we can talk again soon and I will pray for you and ask for prayers for myself in getting the surgery too. God bless!


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    Gastric Sleeve Member stacydev's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
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    Stacy Devenney
    Surgery date
    04/27/2015
    Surgeon
    Dr. Tuggle
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    Welcome and hope you get your date very soon. You will be amazed at your results!



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    Gastric Sleeve Member Muted_Tummy's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
    Surgery date
    05/31/2016
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    Dr R. Kruger
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    Mar 2016
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    Of we burned calories from all the hoops they made us jump through, we'd lose 20 right there congrats to self advocacy and being so close!
    Highest Weight: 281 lbs. (2.29.16)
    Official first surgeon weigh in: 274 lbs (3.18.16)
    Surgery weight: 264.2 (5.31.16)

    stats sheet:http://www.gastricsleeve.com/forum/entry.php?b=29990

    M1: -21.6
    M2: -7.6
    M3: -13.4 (5 week month)
    M4: -9.6
    M5: -8.2
    M6: -7.6
    M7: -6.6
    M8: -6.6
    M9: -4.6



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    Gastric Sleeve Member Singing4MyJesus's Avatar
    I have not had a gastric sleeve.
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    Deborah
    Surgeon
    Emma Patterson, MD
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    Quote Originally Posted by Muted_Tummy View Post
    Of we burned calories from all the hoops they made us jump through, we'd lose 20 right there congrats to self advocacy and being so close!
    Thank you for your kind welcome...yes...just getting to the office was quite a feat! Definitely a daunting task of hoop jumping!


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    Gastric Sleeve Member Singing4MyJesus's Avatar
    I have not had a gastric sleeve.
    Name
    Deborah
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    Emma Patterson, MD
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    Quote Originally Posted by cupcakewaffels View Post
    Congratulations and welcome to the forums I'm new as well.
    Thank you for your kind welcome! Best wishes on your journey.


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    Gastric Sleeve Member Singing4MyJesus's Avatar
    I have not had a gastric sleeve.
    Name
    Deborah
    Surgeon
    Emma Patterson, MD
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    Apr 2016
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    Quote Originally Posted by kimmyhitz View Post
    Welcome, glad to see you here. I'm even more glad to see your name. Hope we can talk again soon and I will pray for you and ask for prayers for myself in getting the surgery too. God bless!
    Thank you for your kind welcome. I would welcome your prayers and would be more than happy to pray for you on your journey. No date set yet...we shall see after my meeting next Tuesday with my doctor. Blessings...


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    Gastric Sleeve Member Singing4MyJesus's Avatar
    I have not had a gastric sleeve.
    Name
    Deborah
    Surgeon
    Emma Patterson, MD
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    Quote Originally Posted by stacydev View Post
    Welcome and hope you get your date very soon. You will be amazed at your results!
    I am hoping I find out on May 3rd when it is scheduled. Thank you for your kind welcome!


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    Gastric Sleeve Member Singing4MyJesus's Avatar
    I have not had a gastric sleeve.
    Name
    Deborah
    Surgeon
    Emma Patterson, MD
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    Thank you for your welcome and also welcome to this forum. I wish you well on your journey!
    Quote Originally Posted by cupcakewaffels View Post
    Congratulations and welcome to the forums I'm new as well.


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    Gastric Sleeve Member WANAGL's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
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    Cyndi
    Surgery date
    12/30/2015
    Surgeon
    Dr. Robert Marema
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    Welcome!
    My only regret is that I didn't do this sooner. I'm 64 years young and feeling younger every day!
    I send All Good Thoughts and Prayers as you embark on your journey!



  14. #12
    Gastric Sleeve Member Singing4MyJesus's Avatar
    I have not had a gastric sleeve.
    Name
    Deborah
    Surgeon
    Emma Patterson, MD
    Join Date
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    Thank you. I am so excited about doing this. I know it is just a tool but I am committed! I don't have a date yet, but will soon!


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    Gastric Sleeve Member WANAGL's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
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    Cyndi
    Surgery date
    12/30/2015
    Surgeon
    Dr. Robert Marema
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    Last Activity
    01-09-2020 06:15 PM
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    You've come to the right place for support, wherever you are in your journey!



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