Guest guest Posted August 10, 2000 Report Share Posted August 10, 2000 Melody, Go to the local hospital and they have a scale on the loading doc. thats what i had to do. I too am new to this, I just found out about it 3 weeks ago. I have sent iin my packet and am waiting. I called this am and hopefully will have a date soon. I am also sarred I weigh 382. But i see on the web site he has done a few poeple this heavy. All of my weight is not in my stomach. ( Ha... Famouds last words). I am hoping I can get this over with. i am scarred to death, but need to plug ahead. I am going to have to pay cash, as my insurance would take forever to fight, and I have enough fighting eveything else. I am hoping very agressively to get this done in the next couple of weeks. Probably dreaming, but some dreams come true. Hope your does. Keep me posted. Bob > The journey begins. > > I am new to the list and have already found out so much. My name > > is Melody and I am from Broken Arrow (tulsa), Ok. I am 28yrs old and know > > I weigh over 350lbs but do know exactly how much. I have been think abt > surgery for a while now. > > I would have made the move sooner but I had a Dr. that didnt > approve. He had me trying all kinds of things. He sd he wanted to do > other things first then we would talk abt the surgery. After a year of > nothing I had had enough. I told him I wanted the surgery and he sd he > didnt agree. I then called and old Dr. I used to have and loved but had > to > leave because the insurance I had at the time didnt cover him (this one > does). > > I got into the office and told him what I wanted. He promptly > said he had anther patient that he was working w/ that was post-op and > would have her call me. He then sd he wld start on the approval procees > and do whatever it took pre-op. We talked abt all the ins and out, > options, alternatives, and so on. He was wonderful. > > I few days later I got a call from his other patient na. > She > gave me Dr. R's site and talked for sometime abt what she went thru and > why > she chose Dr. R vs the doc here in town. She gave me some hints and > reminders and told me to feel free to call her anytime. She also said she > > was more than willing to meet me and my boyfriend to answer any questions > we might have. > > I have already started on the packet and will prob have it > together by the end of the month. I am so glad there is this group to > help > with the support as well. I am truly amazed how friendly and close you > all > seem. I am looking forward to this. > > My first question however is this. I know I weight more than > 350lbs bcs that is the max of the scale at the Dr's ofc. Does anyone have > > any idea where I can go to get a more accurate weight? I have a call into > > my Dr for help on this but he has been out of the office and unavailable. > > Again, I look forward to getting to know everyone on here and > some day being post op. > > Thank you; > Melody > pre-op > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 10, 2000 Report Share Posted August 10, 2000 Welcome to the group, Melody! Candle wrote: > > I am new to the list and have already found out so much. My > name is Melody and I am from Broken Arrow (tulsa), Ok. I am 28yrs old and > know I weigh over 350lbs but do know exactly how much. I have been think > abt surgery for a while now. > > I would have made the move sooner but I had a Dr. that didnt > approve. He had me trying all kinds of things. He sd he wanted to do > other things first then we would talk abt the surgery. After a year > of nothing I had had enough. I told him I wanted the surgery and he sd > he didnt agree. I then called and old Dr. I used to have and loved but > had to leave because the insurance I had at the time didnt cover him (this > one does). Well, the good news is that you can get those records from the squirrely, uninformed doc and use them to prove to your insurance company you have had medically supervised weight loss efforts! That's one of the things that sometimes keeps people from getting approved. > I got into the office and told him what I wanted. He > promptly said he had anther patient that he was working w/ that was > post-op and would have her call me. He then sd he wld start on the approval > procees and do whatever it took pre-op. We talked abt all the ins and out, > options, alternatives, and so on. He was wonderful. > > I few days later I got a call from his other patient > na. She gave me Dr. R's site and talked for sometime abt what > she went thru and why she chose Dr. R vs the doc here in town. She gave > me some hints and reminders and told me to feel free to call her anytime. > She also said she was more than willing to meet me and my boyfriend to > answer any questions we might have. > > I have already started on the packet and will prob have it > together by the end of the month. I am so glad there is this group to > help with the support as well. I am truly amazed how friendly and close > you all seem. I am looking forward to this. > > My first question however is this. I know I weight more than > 350lbs bcs that is the max of the scale at the Dr's ofc. Does anyone > have any idea where I can go to get a more accurate weight? I have a call > into my Dr for help on this but he has been out of the office and > unavailable. Anyplace that has a freight scale. Sometimes the hospital has one, but also truck freight companies have them. Now, I don't know if this works or not but another guy on a different list told me that he bought two regular scales, just alike, and put one foot on each of them and added the total. > Again, I look forward to getting to know everyone on here > and some day being post op. > > Thank you; > Melody > pre-op Best wishes for a safe and successful journey, Melody! Kind regards, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 10, 2000 Report Share Posted August 10, 2000 Ok didnt I see something about Dr. Rutledge having everyone to start new pre surg meds? Wasnt it something about Fish oil and something else. Please post for me to show BOB . I know he thinks I have lost my mind but I know I read it. Keeley Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 10, 2000 Report Share Posted August 10, 2000 Thanks I think BOB thought I was losing it over the Fish oil. I have told him all week about it and then I couldnt find it to back it up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 10, 2000 Report Share Posted August 10, 2000 Ok I still cant find the fish oil.... DID i lose my mind? I am looking if anyone out there has a copy please email me or post it please/ Keeleyrodkey@... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 10, 2000 Report Share Posted August 10, 2000 Hey, Melody! I am from Oologah, Oklahoma! I am waiting on insurance approval to have the MGB. na is the best, isn't she! She also introduced me to the MGB and gave me lots of info and support.It's good to know there are other okies interested in this life changing surgery! Glad to help in any way! Tami Stauffer The journey begins. I am new to the list and have already found out so much. My name is Melody and I am from Broken Arrow (tulsa), Ok. I am 28yrs old and know I weigh over 350lbs but do know exactly how much. I have been think abt surgery for a while now. I would have made the move sooner but I had a Dr. that didnt approve. He had me trying all kinds of things. He sd he wanted to do other things first then we would talk abt the surgery. After a year of nothing I had had enough. I told him I wanted the surgery and he sd he didnt agree. I then called and old Dr. I used to have and loved but had to leave because the insurance I had at the time didnt cover him (this one does). I got into the office and told him what I wanted. He promptly said he had anther patient that he was working w/ that was post-op and would have her call me. He then sd he wld start on the approval procees and do whatever it took pre-op. We talked abt all the ins and out, options, alternatives, and so on. He was wonderful. I few days later I got a call from his other patient na. She gave me Dr. R's site and talked for sometime abt what she went thru and why she chose Dr. R vs the doc here in town. She gave me some hints and reminders and told me to feel free to call her anytime. She also said she was more than willing to meet me and my boyfriend to answer any questions we might have. I have already started on the packet and will prob have it together by the end of the month. I am so glad there is this group to help with the support as well. I am truly amazed how friendly and close you all seem. I am looking forward to this. My first question however is this. I know I weight more than 350lbs bcs that is the max of the scale at the Dr's ofc. Does anyone have any idea where I can go to get a more accurate weight? I have a call into my Dr for help on this but he has been out of the office and unavailable. Again, I look forward to getting to know everyone on here and some day being post op. Thank you; Melody pre-op Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 10, 2000 Report Share Posted August 10, 2000 In a message dated 8/10/2000 10:51:28 PM Eastern Daylight Time, rcb212@... writes: << Glad to help in any way! Tami Stauffer >> Hey Tami!!! I saw where Bernadine gave her permission about the Appeal Letter!!! Where is it at if you do not mind my asking. I only have 20 more days to get something in to United healthcare of NC is the only reason I'm pushing this. Please forgive me!!!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 10, 2000 Report Share Posted August 10, 2000 PRE-op (BEFORE surgery), there are several meds and other required things. These are listed at: http://www.clos.net/preop_meds.htm See also: http://www.clos.net/preoperative_instructions.htm POST-op (AFTER surgery), there are a lot of meds, and also some recommended supplements. These are listed at: http://www.clos.net/dcinstructions.htm It definitely pays to sit on the http://www.clos.net website and click on EVERYTHING there and read it a few times (plus the patient manual). Kind regards, keeleyrodkey@... wrote: > > Ok didnt I see something about Dr. Rutledge having everyone to start > new pre > surg meds? Wasnt it something about Fish oil and something else. > Please > post for me to show BOB . I know he thinks I have lost my mind but I > know I > read it. Keeley > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 10, 2000 Report Share Posted August 10, 2000 keeleyrodkey@... wrote: > > Ok I still cant find the fish oil.... DID i lose my mind? I am > looking if > anyone out there has a copy please email me or post it please/ > Keeleyrodkey@... It's one of the new POST-op supplements. Really. Dr. R. posted it in a message. It may not be on the website yet. I don't have time to look. But you aren't imagining it. > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- > This message is from the Mini-Gastric Bypass Mailing List at > Onelist.com > Please visit our web site at http://clos.net > Get the Patient Manual at http://clos.net/get_patient_manual.htm > > To Unsubscribe Send and Email to: > MiniGastricBypass-unsubscribe (AT) egroups (DOT) com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 11, 2000 Report Share Posted August 11, 2000 Go to http://clos.net/supplements_after_mgb2.htm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 11, 2000 Report Share Posted August 11, 2000 Hi, The new supplements are at: http://clos.net/supplements_after_mgb2.htm Here there are below... New Supplements After Mini-Gastric Bypass Remember: Supplements are an addition to your diet that may be advantageous in your recovery and in the maintenance of your long-term good health. It is important to note that you do not have to take these supplements. They might be of some help but they are not necessary for your recovery. New Supplements: Fish Oil, Zinc-Magnesium Aspartate and Bran New Supplements to consider: Fish Oil/Flax Oil Tablets Zinc l-monomethionine zinc/magnesium aspartate (TwinLab ZMA Fuel available at Wal-Mart and GNC Stores) Bran Tablets Fish Oil/Flax Oil Tablets Recommended Dose: 1-2 tablets 1-3 times a day. Start Slow and build up slowly. Information: Several studies suggest that not all fats are the same and that indeed some fats be good for you and treat and reverse different types of disease. Recent studies of the so called Mediterranean diet suggest that relatively high amounts fat as olive oil actually improved survival. In another study addition of the omega 3 fatty acids (olive oil) improved the outcome of patients with bipolar (manic depressive) disease. Fish and fish oil, rich sources of omega-3 fatty acids, have sparked intense interest studies, which suggest a favorable effect on Heart Disease and other studies, which show a striking improvement in lipid profiles in hyperlipidemic patients. Patients after gastric bypass malabsorb fat and calories in part leading to the weight loss. One concern is the possible deficiency of essential fatty acids. It may be a good idea to take a fatty acid supplement of fish or flax seed oil. It also may be advantageous to use olive oil when possible. Corn and safflower oils on the other hand may not be good choices. Zinc l-monomethionine zinc/magnesium aspartate (TwinLab ZMA Fuel available at Wal-Mart and GNC Stores) Recommended Dose: 3 capsules for men and 2 capsules for women taken on an empty stomach 30-60 minutes before bedtime. Healing, recovery, tissue repair, and muscle growth are maximized during sleep when growth hormone is released by the pituitary gland. Zinc and magnesium may potentiate this healing effect of growth hormones during sleep. Information: In a recent double-blind placebo study conducted with NCAA college football players, researchers at Western Washington University found that eight weeks of nightly supplementation with ZMA: Increased plasma zinc levels 29%, while placebo levels decreased 4.4%---a 33.5% difference. Increased plasma magnesium levels 6.2% while placebo levels decreased 9.2%--a 15.4% difference. Increased total testosterone levels 32.4% while placebo levels decreased 10.5%--a 42.9% difference. Increased free testosterone levels 33.5% while placebo levels decreased 10.2%--a 43.6% difference. Increased Insulin-like Growth Factor (IGF-1) levels 3.6% while placebo levels decreased 21.5%--a 25.1% difference. Increased muscle strength 11.6% while placebo strength increased only 4.6%--a 2.5-fold difference. Other reported benefits of ZMA include increased physical endurance, a decrease in muscle cramps and strains, faster healing from injuries, improved mental concentration and alertness, decreased water retention, and deeper, more restful sleep. Bran Tablets Recommended Dose: 1-2 tablets 1-3 times per day. Start slow and build up. Information: Bran has been shown in hundreds of studies to decrease fat absorption, protect the lining of the gut and improve the bowel function. RR Rutledge, M.D., F.A.C.S. The Center for Laparoscopic Obesity Surgery 4301 Ben lin Blvd. Durham, N.C. 27704 Telephone #: Fax #: Email: DrR@... ************************************************ Please Visit our Web site: http://clos.net ************************************************ Durham Regional Hospital: Also, Please consider joining the Mini-Gastric Bypass Mailing List at http://www.onelist.com MiniGastricBypass is a general discussion of the Mini-Gastric Bypass ( http://www.onelist.com/community/MiniGastricBypass ) Talk with lots of other Pre and Post Op patients and friends. Keep up to date on the latest news about the Mini-Gastric Bypass. Re: The journey begins. > keeleyrodkey@... wrote: > > > > Ok I still cant find the fish oil.... DID i lose my mind? I am > > looking if > > anyone out there has a copy please email me or post it please/ > > Keeleyrodkey@... > > It's one of the new POST-op supplements. Really. Dr. R. posted it in a > message. It may not be on the website yet. I don't have time to look. > But you aren't imagining it. > > > > > > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- > > > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- > > This message is from the Mini-Gastric Bypass Mailing List at > > Onelist.com > > Please visit our web site at http://clos.net > > Get the Patient Manual at http://clos.net/get_patient_manual.htm > > > > To Unsubscribe Send and Email to: > > MiniGastricBypass-unsubscribe (AT) egroups (DOT) com > > > > This message is from the Mini-Gastric Bypass Mailing List at Onelist.com > Please visit our web site at http://clos.net > Get the Patient Manual at http://clos.net/get_patient_manual.htm > > To Unsubscribe Send and Email to: MiniGastricBypass-unsubscribe (AT) egroups (DOT) com > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 11, 2000 Report Share Posted August 11, 2000 Hi Melody, If you've met na, then you've met the best. na is so very knowledgable and will be willing to help you with ANYTHING!! I'm so glad you found her!! Please tell her that her angel from Raleigh says hello and to please post once in a while!!! Good luck on your exciting venture!!! in Raleigh MGB 11/22/99 270/162 size 22/24 to 12 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 11, 2000 Report Share Posted August 11, 2000 In a message dated 8/10/2000 4:20:16 PM Eastern Daylight Time, leilmotif@... writes: << Again, I look forward to getting to know everyone on here and some day being post op. Thank you; Melody >> Welcome Melody!!!!!!! Cathy Morrow in Lenoir, NC BMI 42 A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 11, 2000 Report Share Posted August 11, 2000 Hey, no problem...I just have to wait until my husband gets home because I can't remember how to send an attachment! Tami Re: The journey begins. In a message dated 8/10/2000 10:51:28 PM Eastern Daylight Time, rcb212@... writes: << Glad to help in any way! Tami Stauffer >> Hey Tami!!! I saw where Bernadine gave her permission about the Appeal Letter!!! Where is it at if you do not mind my asking. I only have 20 more days to get something in to United healthcare of NC is the only reason I'm pushing this. Please forgive me!!!!!!!!! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ This message is from the Mini-Gastric Bypass Mailing List at Onelist.com Please visit our web site at http://clos.net Get the Patient Manual at http://clos.net/get_patient_manual.htm To Unsubscribe Send and Email to: MiniGastricBypass-unsubscribe (AT) egroups (DOT) com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 11, 2000 Report Share Posted August 11, 2000 > > Increased total testosterone levels 32.4% while placebo levels decreased > 10.5%--a 42.9% difference. > > Increased free testosterone levels 33.5% while placebo levels decreased > 10.2%--a 43.6% difference. Increased Insulin-like Growth Factor (IGF-1) > levels 3.6% while placebo levels decreased 21.5%--a 25.1% difference. > ] umm...great! I've always wanted more testosterone. Can't wait. I'll challenge Carlton to that arm wrestling match I've always dreamt of... Blair Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 11, 2000 Report Share Posted August 11, 2000 In a message dated 8/11/2000 10:29:13 AM Eastern Daylight Time, BJenk23768@... writes: << umm...great! I've always wanted more testosterone. Can't wait. I'll challenge Carlton to that arm wrestling match I've always dreamt of... Blair >> LOL LOL LOL Blair. I'm so glad you're doing well!!!!!!! Cathy Morrow in Lenoir, NC BMI 42 A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 12, 2000 Report Share Posted August 12, 2000 Hi Melody I have been in group just a few weeks and think by next week after my physical I will send in my packette, I hope we all get in there asap. I have read about other surgeries but by far this seems the best and with less problems. Good luck with all the work and approvals I am still waiting on mine. hugs ans slugs marg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 12, 2000 Report Share Posted August 12, 2000 Hi Bob good luck I am hoping and fingers crossed you can have the surgery so your dream comes true. You may not get the exact date but you will get there u are determined and you no what they say where there is a will there is a way. hugs and slugs marg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 14, 2000 Report Share Posted August 14, 2000 HEY! I am sorry if you haven't gotten a copy of Bernie's infamous insurance appeal letter yet! My DH is the one who knows about the " paperclip " stuff and he has been really sick for a few days.He drags himself to work every day and then falls in bed as soon as he gets home.We will send it asap! Tami Re: The journey begins. In a message dated 8/10/2000 10:51:28 PM Eastern Daylight Time, rcb212@... writes: << Glad to help in any way! Tami Stauffer >> Hey Tami!!! I saw where Bernadine gave her permission about the Appeal Letter!!! Where is it at if you do not mind my asking. I only have 20 more days to get something in to United healthcare of NC is the only reason I'm pushing this. Please forgive me!!!!!!!!! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ This message is from the Mini-Gastric Bypass Mailing List at Onelist.com Please visit our web site at http://clos.net Get the Patient Manual at http://clos.net/get_patient_manual.htm To Unsubscribe Send and Email to: MiniGastricBypass-unsubscribe (AT) egroups (DOT) com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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