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01-22-2007, 03:50 PM
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| Whipper Snapper |  Hello from NJ I guess it's about time I introduce myself. I've lurked here on and off. This is a topic I've gone back and forth with for the last 5 years. I finally took the step of calling about the procedures. I have an appointment scheduled for Wednesday for consult. I all ready called my provider, and gave them the procedure code # and such, and it would appear I am covered if I decide to proceed. I've been to many sites, read many things, and while I am excited at the prospect of this hope, I am nervous as to the large lifestyle changes the first month or two will bring upon. I'm aware it's a lifestyle change, it's the beginning phase that makes me nervous. I'll probably lurk more than talk for awhile, until I come to a final decision, but I wanted to say hello and let you know I appreciate all that you've each shared on these boards. These are the places I turn when I have questions and want to hear it from the perspective of those who have gone through it...not just what the medical books say. So hello, and thank you. Deb |
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01-22-2007, 03:59 PM
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| Seasoned Veteran  Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Hawaii
Posts: 3,823
Blog Entries: 9 Weight Statistics 07/23/2007 Start Date:
July 23, 2007 Surgery Date:
5' 2" Height: 230 lb Start Weight:
120 lb Current Weight:
125 lb Goal Weight:
110 lb Weight Loss:
-5 lb Lb Left to Lose:
47.8260869565 % % Lost:
June 23 2008 Goal Date:
Body Mass Index 42.0629552549 BMI Start:
21.9458896982 BMI Current:
22.860301769 BMI Goal:
Weight Loss Method Roux en Y Gastric Bypass   | Welcome Deb. I am still in the insurance dance phase but wanted to say Hello |
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01-22-2007, 05:49 PM
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| Seasoned Veteran  Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: SOMEPLACE LONG ISLAND, NY
Posts: 6,756
Weight Statistics June 1, 2005 Start Date:
Height: 310 lb Start Weight:
167 lb Current Weight:
159 lb Goal Weight:
143 lb Weight Loss:
8 lb Lb Left to Lose:
46.1290322581 % % Lost:
Body Mass Index 51 BMI Start:
27 BMI Current:
Weight Loss Method Roux en Y Gastric Bypass   | HI DEB!!! SO glad you came from behind the scenes lurking to a poster! NO matter were you are in the journey we welcome all folks to jump in and get to know each other here. I am 18 months post op and down 143 lbs. Its the best thing i ever did for myself and now i am working hard to keep control. PERSONALLY for me i when i started weighing the risks i had to myself at 310 lbs, possibly a stroke or heart attack any moment it out weighed the risks that the surgery would have. SO i went for it. I think we all have to get to a certain point of furstration with our weight, when this choice to have the surgery is right. IT clicks and comes together. YOU will know when your at this point. I first actually started my journey looking into gastric banding....and read books...then i went to an information seminiar with my surgeon and began journey ...then after meeting with my surgeon i decided at my size i was a much better canadate for gastric bypass RNY.....then began reading up on this and going this path. PLZ feel free to post during your deicison process we love everyone!! hugs and I look forward to getting to know you thru your posts!
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01-23-2007, 05:13 AM
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| Super Moderator  | Welcome to the board Deb, thank you for joining us. I'm glad this board has been of help to you. Wishing you that your pre op research and preparations go well, ((((((HUGS))))))
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01-23-2007, 05:32 AM
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| WLS Mentor  Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Milford Kansas
Posts: 1,205
Weight Statistics 09/01/2006 Start Date:
5' 4" Height: 254 lb Start Weight:
144 lb Current Weight:
140 lb Goal Weight:
110 lb Weight Loss:
4 lb Lb Left to Lose:
43.3070866142 % % Lost:
02/01/2008 Goal Date:
Body Mass Index 43.5942382812 BMI Start:
24.71484375 BMI Current:
24.0283203125 BMI Goal:
Weight Loss Method Roux en Y Gastric Bypass | Welcome and please look around and read, some of what you read may help in your decision. I know its not an easy one, but I'll be forever glad I made it. I too spent about 5 years trying to decide and then working with insurance prior to my surgery. If you have any questions please feel free to ask!! |
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01-23-2007, 08:10 AM
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| Guru In Training Join Date: May 2006 Location: In the country
Posts: 336
Weight Statistics August 2006 Surgery Date:
Height: 210 lb Start Weight:
141 lb Current Weight:
125 lb Goal Weight:
69 lb Weight Loss:
16 lb Lb Left to Lose:
32.8571428571 % % Lost:
August 2007 Goal Date:
Body Mass Index 38 BMI Start:
25 BMI Current:
22 BMI Goal:
Weight Loss Method Roux en Y Gastric Bypass | Welcome, Deb. Please feel free to ask any questions and maybe we can give you some information based on our own experiences.
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01-23-2007, 08:38 AM
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| Seasoned Veteran  Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: NYC the best place in the world to live!
Posts: 2,967
Weight Statistics Halloween 2005 Start Date:
4' 11" Height: 212 lb Start Weight:
127 lb Current Weight:
130 lb Goal Weight:
85 lb Weight Loss:
-3 lb Lb Left to Lose:
40.0943396226 % % Lost:
Body Mass Index 42.8141338696 BMI Start:
25.6480896294 BMI Current:
26.2539500144 BMI Goal:
Weight Loss Method Roux en Y Gastric Bypass | WELCOME! LittleLisaMarie 
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01-24-2007, 01:35 PM
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| WLS Mentor  Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Davenport, IA
Posts: 1,189
Weight Statistics 12/28/06 Start Date:
May 14, 2007 Surgery Date:
5' 5" Height: 253 lb Start Weight:
184 lb Current Weight:
150 lb Goal Weight:
69 lb Weight Loss:
34 lb Lb Left to Lose:
27.2727272727 % % Lost:
Body Mass Index 42.0968047337 BMI Start:
30.6158579882 BMI Current:
24.9585798817 BMI Goal:
| Welcome Deb, I too am pre surgery but a little further in the game than you. I had the initial consult, met with the dietician and psychiatrist. Friday I meet with the surgeon and hopefully will get my surgery date then. I have also been mulling this surgery over for about 5 years. I actually had an appointment 4 or 5 years ago with another surgeon but went on Atkins, lost 40 lbs and cancelled the surgery. I have since put it back on plus. So I know exactly where you are at. It is exciting once you make the first step isn't it?
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