Meep
Active Member
I had a long talk with the bariatrician, and also with my VSG surgeon (Headley) who is extremely skilled and competent. He trained under Dr. Prachand at U of C, and told me he absolutely would want me to see him specifically for the DS. As they already know each other really well it will make it easier on me, too. Regarding my weight loss, apparently I am theoretically expected to lose only ~40 more from the VSG statistics wise (they are very up front with this in my program). We discussed this pre-op, so no surprise there. I guess I was surprised that I really have actually lost 100+ since surgery. Time flies...
They told me to check my insurance, as there may be a waiting period for revisions, but to jump all over that as soon as I find out. It is typically 18 months, but I am 14-15 out so I may need to wait to start the process. I tried reading my policy and found all the requirements for revisions, but not any of the information regarding a waiting period for revision. They offered to help me find it during my next appointment, but I'm impatient, lol. I will look after I get some sleep since I just got home.
As for the chest pain, my sleeve is flawless, still tight, and has low acid. They think it's bile reflux, the celiac, lactose, or a combination of the three. While I lament the loss of my cream, I'll live. I'm tired of medical tests for now, so pausing the health train at the moment.
Other good news: insurance does cover basic reconstruction for the stomach/pubic area and chest. No augmentation, but hey, that saves a ton. I guess I will be keeping my job at least one more year, hopefully!
They told me to check my insurance, as there may be a waiting period for revisions, but to jump all over that as soon as I find out. It is typically 18 months, but I am 14-15 out so I may need to wait to start the process. I tried reading my policy and found all the requirements for revisions, but not any of the information regarding a waiting period for revision. They offered to help me find it during my next appointment, but I'm impatient, lol. I will look after I get some sleep since I just got home.
As for the chest pain, my sleeve is flawless, still tight, and has low acid. They think it's bile reflux, the celiac, lactose, or a combination of the three. While I lament the loss of my cream, I'll live. I'm tired of medical tests for now, so pausing the health train at the moment.
Other good news: insurance does cover basic reconstruction for the stomach/pubic area and chest. No augmentation, but hey, that saves a ton. I guess I will be keeping my job at least one more year, hopefully!