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    Gastric Sleeve Member
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    08/07/2017
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    Dr. Alvarez
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    Default Interesting Discussion with My Orthopedic Doctor

    So, today I went to my orthopedic doctor to start shots for the arthritis in my knee. I weigh about 5 to 10 pounds more than my average (190-195 pounds) because I have not been able to get in much exercise. We had talked about losing weight/exercise before. So, today I told him about my upcoming bariatric surgery and my struggles to have it even considered by by my insurance.

    My doctor asked what kind of bariatric surgery I was having and I told him the gastric sleeve as a self-pay patient. He was very curious. I also told him that I was going to Mexico to have it done within Dr. Alvarez and about how my research and friends led me to him. He said to keep him updated (I see him for 2 more shots) before my surgery since his wife struggles with the same issues I have. I never expected my "old school" doctor to approve. I expected him to try to talk me out of it!

    I don't know if others have had their doctors question going to Mexico but I thought it was great that he was so open to it!



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    I have had a gastric sleeve.
    Surgery date
    01/11/2017
    Surgeon
    Dr. Forrester
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    Dec 2016
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    Default Re: Interesting Discussion with My Orthopedic Doctor

    I love that you got support from him!



    Surgery Day Weight 1/11: 300
    Month 1: -34 pounds, -25 inches

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    Gastric Sleeve Member
    Surgery date
    08/07/2017
    Surgeon
    Dr. Alvarez
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    Default Re: Interesting Discussion with My Orthopedic Doctor

    Thank you!



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    Gastric Sleeve Member ghost_ryder's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
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    Greg
    Surgery date
    08/23/2016
    Surgeon
    Dr Doyle
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    Default Re: Interesting Discussion with My Orthopedic Doctor

    Quite a mind change in medicine over the last few years. In 2012, I was going through the process of a knee replacement my doctor said I should lose weight so my replacement would last longer. I told him I was exploring WLS and he unequivocally told me not to do it because of calcium deficiency. I think more now understand that extensive and active follow up with the surgeons and practices leads to better vitamin and mineral levels. My primary doc last year was all in on me getting control.

    Consequently, after weight loss I am now delaying the replacement of my other knee because of how good it now feels. And the replaced knee is now completely functional.



    HW - 341 - June 1
    SW - 319 - 8/23 (-22)
    1mn - 286 - Sept 23 (-33) -total 55
    2mn - 274 - Oct 23 (-12) -total 67
    3mn - 263 - Nov 23 (-11) -total 78
    6mn - 238 - Feb 23(-25) - total 103
    9mn - 230 - May 23 (-8) - Total 111
    10mn - 226 - June 23 (-4) Total 115
    11mn - 226 - July 23 (0) Total 115

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    Gastric Sleeve Member Christie13's Avatar
    I have had a gastric sleeve.
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    Christie
    Surgery date
    11/03/2016
    Surgeon
    Dr. Wright
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    Nov 2016
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    Default Re: Interesting Discussion with My Orthopedic Doctor

    I did not tell my PCP about the sleeve surgery until AFTER I had it. I went in for a check up and was down 30 lbs. He was shocked and I told him I had sleeve surgery. He was very supportive and happy with my results. He also wanted to know what surgeon I used and asked me in depth about my whole experience so he could speak to the process with any of his other patients who are obese. And now he always praises my success.



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