Debbie
Active Member
I am trying to have surgery done by the end of the summer. My insurance does not cover surgery so I will have to selfpay. I have been researching for a couple of weeks different doctors sites etc. I believe the DS surgery is the right fit for me. Unfortunately I cannot get a loan to pay for the surgery and am hoping I can get this accomplished in the next few months. I am taking all of the opinions about my surgeon and have decided that I trust him, it is Dr. Jawad. I am wondering if he is now considered a vetted surgeon? He only does three WLS's the sleeve, Gastric & the DS. He has recommended the DS, however he said if I cant afford it to do the sleeve and then convert to DS later. I would rather wait and have one surgery than two! MY BMI is a 51 I am diabetic, have RA Fibro, PCOS & HS. He was a little concerned with medication absorption but we discussed switching to shots for my RA. I am praying can get this done by the end of the summer. I have learned so much and will continue to do so!
Debbie
Debbie