Anyone using Lehigh Valley Bariatric in Allentown pa

Tamihott · 07-15-2008, 12:07 AM

I finished all my appointments!! I have been doing them since December 07. Jane is supposed to be sending all my info for approval this week. I am not hopeful for an approval the first time around, but lets keeps our fingers crossed.

mom22 · 08-28-2008, 09:00 AM

Hi Tamara - just wondering what decision you've made regarding your surgery? I think I'm going with the LAP-BAND^® - but still have alot of mixed feelings about it - I'm concerned with not losing very quickly and going back to bad habits - let's face it, I didn't get to this point with alot of willpower and perserverence!! I've been reading alot about the gastric sleeve - but it's not yet covered by insurance.
Love to hear from you!

Tamihott · 08-28-2008, 09:19 AM

Hi!

I am having surgery with Dr. Bono on Sept 17th (LAP-BAND^®). He is in Hazleton, and was a good fit for me! If you have any questions just ask. Thanks Tamara

Elayne · 08-30-2008, 10:52 AM

Hi Tamara,

Congrats on your surgery date.

I see Dr Bono this Thursday - Sept 4th. I haven't even seen him yet - He was unable to attend the seminar in July but I was impressed with Jane.

Sooooo excited. - My knees are acting up again because I was energized by the possibilities of future weight loss and over-did it.

I hope my surgery can be scheduled ASAP - Autumn is my best time for positive attitude and "can-do-it" spirit.

Get back to us with your surgery experiences soon!

~ ~ ~ ~ Elayne

Elayne · 08-30-2008, 11:15 AM

Just my own 2 cents -

Both my endocrinologist and nutritionist suggested to consider a surgeon who has experience in both LAP-BAND^® AND Bypass when researching your options.

There is a better chance that he will not be biased and will therefore counsel you on the best choice for your own situation.

Tamihott · 08-30-2008, 12:38 PM

Hi Elayne!

I will be seeing Dr. Bono on September 4th as well. This will be my final appt before my surgery. What time is your appt. Maybe I will see you there. Good Luck Tamara

mom22 · 08-30-2008, 02:44 PM

Hi Tamara - wow - 9/17 will be here before you know it! I'm a bit disappointed in the schedule I've been given from Dr. Boorse - I will attend my last group meeting in early Sept - then my paperwork will be put together and sent to insurance - I just got a surgery date of early November! I was really hoping to start this journey sooner - I'm hoping there's a chance I'll get a call that I'll get in earlier - but I don't know how realistic that would be. I guess knowing the weight loss will be slow in the beginning - until I get a few fills - and now not getting the surgery until November! I was really hoping to see a big change by the Christmas. I'd love to hear how your surgery went -please keep us informed! Kay

Tamihott · 08-31-2008, 12:03 AM

I know, the date came sooner than I expected! I went to the grocery store yesterday and got most things I will need for the pre-op diet. I am starting that on Monday! I like most people have been eating like crazy thinking that I will not have real food for some time. I am hoping that I will make it through the liquid thing without becoming too violent

! I wish you luck with getting a sooner date than November. I know how it feels to want to be done already. I will definitely keep eveyone up to date on how it goes. Good luck Tamara!

Elayne · 08-31-2008, 10:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Tamihott

Hi Elayne!

I will be seeing Dr. Bono on September 4th as well. This will be my final appt before my surgery. What time is your appt. Maybe I will see you there. Good Luck Tamara

My appointment is at 10:30 on Thursday.

I'm an incurable knitter so I rarely mind waiting for my appointments.

Jane warned me that there is often a wait.

DH will be pacing and taking frequent cigarette and potty breaks -
skinny men are like that.

I hope we'll meet if your appt. lines up.