Sorry I haven't been back on line. From Consultation to insurance approval was less then 5 business days. Thank goodness for Federal insurance. Here's my...
Sorry I haven't been back on line. From Consultation to insurance approval was less then 5 business days. Thank goodness for Federal insurance. Here's my...
So sorry to hear about your wreck but hope you'll be up and back to work before long. I don't know if I would rush right back here Monday if I were you. Take...
I think if you called WLSC and asked them if they are in your network or called your insurance company, someone would be able to tell you with out having to...
Even if they are out of network they will probably work with you, and write off the out of network expense so that you only pay what you would pay if they were...
I have United Healtcare and WLSC was out of network but they excepted the allowables as if they were in network. I just pay my copays. I did have to pay about...
In anyone else struggling with getting in the required amount of Protein (65-100 grams) without exceeding the alotted calories for the day of 1000? I'm...
I have a protein drink for breakfast and usually a protein bar for a snack during the day. The 2 together are over 30 grams of protein. I usually have...
Robin
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Jun 6, 2007 8:44 pm
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I'd like anyone/everyone out there that has had the surgery to provide a
diet plan that has been successful for them. I am not losing much weight
and am...
I thought this was just patients of WTLSC, but I see KU mentioned. Who monitors or sponsors this group? Just curious. Also, just want to mention that I had...
I didn't feel any restrictions until after my 3rd fill. Don't depend on the band alone to get the weight coming off. A regular exercise program is the key...
Robin
robin@...
Jun 7, 2007 3:20 pm
789
Glad to hear you are doing so well. Keep walking and moving around, that will tone everything up faster. Linda ... From: "Marilyn" <marryme88@...> ...
Try soy nuts, they come in a wide variety salted, unsalted, honeyroasted ect....
dukeandtamara@...
Jun 11, 2007 12:38 pm
791
HI I am doing research on whether this is the right choice for me. I hae struggled with my weight all my life and the only thing that helped to loss...
lemonlime32
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Jun 11, 2007 12:38 pm
792
LeAnne I also just joined this list and live in central Kansas. I'm interested in the same questions you are. I also was on the phen-phen pills and lost some...
LeAnne I also just joined this list and live in central Kansas. I'm interested in the same questions you are. I also was on the phen-phen pills and lost some...
Hi I was banned on May 4th and so far I have lost 32 pounds I still have no went in for my first fill. I go in tomorrow for that. I would recommend to any one...
I'm waiting for approval from my insurance company. I've been thinking about doing this for quite a while now. If I get approved, I am jumping in with both...
Hi - I'm Theresa, 41, living in St. Joseph, Missouri. I have my pre-op with Dr. Selim on Friday, June 15. My initial consult was 3/18. It's taken a few months...
Hi I am Sheila I started at 419 and go for my first fill tomorrow. My BMI was 68 when I started and Dr Selime was my Dr to. He was so nice and so easy to deal...
I fully agree. I was banded at WLSC in Overland Park, by Dr. Nigro. I could not have asked for a better Dr. He answered all my questions and everything. I...
I was just banded yesterday, also by Dr. Selim at KU Med Center. But I went through the Weight Loss Surgical Center http://www.wtlsc.com/ in overland park ks...
Tawna Noftzger
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Jun 12, 2007 2:51 pm
800
There are protein shakes out there for 30 grams and 120 calories. Do a google search (I'm not sure I'm allowed to provide URLs here of products)....
Tawna Noftzger
tnoftzger@...
Jun 12, 2007 2:51 pm
801
I was just banded yesterday, also by Dr. Selim at KU Med Center. But I went through the Weight Loss Surgical Center http://www.wtlsc.com/ in overland park ks...
Tawna Noftzger
tnoftzger@...
Jun 12, 2007 2:54 pm
802
Hi Teresa. I also live in St. Joe and had Lap Band in Aug. 2006. I've lost 101 lbs so far. If you have any questions I'm usually always on Instant Messenger...
Hello, I am a lurker here, been lurking for a while now, and my honest opinion of the band is that it is great. I was banded on May 29th and so far have lost...
I forgot to add that Dr. Nigro did my surgery. He was wonderful and actually talked to me, not down to me. Jeremy was my nurse and was great also. My whole...
I lost 106 pounds in 14 months. I now wear a size 6 pants and a medium top. I was banded in October, 2005 through WTLSC (they were MWIBS then) and my...