Re: timeline Donna

July 21, 2000

In a message dated 07/21/2000 10:24:55 AM Eastern Daylight Time,

rapidanian@... writes:

<< Can anyone tell me why Dr. R. denies people for surgery. Your answers may

help me keep sane. I really don't think I will have a problem as I do not

suffer from depression, I weigh 260 and am working on dieting and exercising

so I will be in better shape for the surgery. My current BMI is 47. I have

lots of family support. Insurance approved and no problem paying what's not

covered (deductible). I have had gall bladder surgery-big scar in upper

abdomen, D & C, 3 births, tubes tied, and have never, never had any problems

with regards to anesthesia or recovery. I have no food allergies (or any

other allergies) and I think overall I have a really good attitude. I also

have read extensively about this surgery and understand all of the risks.

What do you think? Should I go to a clinic before I have my pack completely

ready (mammo results won't be done till mid August) so I can meet with Dr. R

and get rid of this worry-can I even do that? Can I call him or email him?

UHH..........HELP

Donna in Rapidan Va (Central Virginia)

BIG wannabe post op MGB

>>

Dear Donna,

Welcome! You are on your way! You can E-mail Dr.R at

DrR@..., also Debbie at :DW@... and she can answer alot of your

questions. Barbara is there and she is as sweet and helpful as can be and

they all can help you. You can send in your packet and Fax the pap and mam

also or possibly the other, thats what they told me. You can request a date

or two also when you send in your pack. If I were you, I would go to a clinic

if it isn't too far away and see Dr.R , this is a requirment anyhow. Then it

would ease your mind and you could get a surgury date when you want, cause

you will already have the clinic behind you. Anyways I wish you lots a luck

and prayers1 xoxoxo Margie SC JULY 26th!!!!

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