The journey begins and GREAT news!
Hey all! Hope you are having a fab day!
My day began with the 1st step in my WLS journey: physical with the bariatric group. It turned into more of a chat than anything. I just had a complete physical with my PCP in June.
The NP went over my meds, history, and what I wanted out of surgery. She was impressed with how I've stayed on top of my health over the years (minus the weight issue, of course) - having physicals, getting bloodwork regularly, compliant with meds, seeking and continuing psychiatric and psychological care, etc...
She ordered same day lab work to test my B12 levels and for H Pylori. She also referred me to start the nutrition component of the program, along with the behavioral component. While my insurance only requires a 3 month multi-disciplinary program this process will take 6-9 months.
I'm hoping I can use this time to lose more weight. I've already dropped 13 lbs in 4 weeks by taking part in the bariatric boot camp they offer (2x p/wk) and modifying my eating habits (I cut out caffeine, sugar and gluten). I am ready for changes!!!
AND if the day wasn't great already - I was offered (and accepted) a job today!!! I was laid off in January. I have enjoyed my time off and always stayed positive. I had my first interview on Tuesday and at the end of my 2nd interview this afternoon they offered me the job. AND it gets better. I gave them a range for my salary requirement and they came in at the very top of the range!!! WooHoo!!!
I'm not a religious person, but feeling very blessed today!
Thanks for letting me share. Now back to your regularly scheduled program...
My day began with the 1st step in my WLS journey: physical with the bariatric group. It turned into more of a chat than anything. I just had a complete physical with my PCP in June.
The NP went over my meds, history, and what I wanted out of surgery. She was impressed with how I've stayed on top of my health over the years (minus the weight issue, of course) - having physicals, getting bloodwork regularly, compliant with meds, seeking and continuing psychiatric and psychological care, etc...
She ordered same day lab work to test my B12 levels and for H Pylori. She also referred me to start the nutrition component of the program, along with the behavioral component. While my insurance only requires a 3 month multi-disciplinary program this process will take 6-9 months.
I'm hoping I can use this time to lose more weight. I've already dropped 13 lbs in 4 weeks by taking part in the bariatric boot camp they offer (2x p/wk) and modifying my eating habits (I cut out caffeine, sugar and gluten). I am ready for changes!!!
AND if the day wasn't great already - I was offered (and accepted) a job today!!! I was laid off in January. I have enjoyed my time off and always stayed positive. I had my first interview on Tuesday and at the end of my 2nd interview this afternoon they offered me the job. AND it gets better. I gave them a range for my salary requirement and they came in at the very top of the range!!!
WooHoo!!!I'm not a religious person, but feeling very blessed today!
Thanks for letting me share. Now back to your regularly scheduled program...
Your story is very similar to mine! I was laid off in March (medical field) and I am still looking but it's a blessing because I was able to get on state insurance (my job didn't offer it) and now I am on my way to get the surgery. I will stay on unemployment until I have the surgery unless a job offers insurance that covers it. I HAVE to do this now. It's time, I just feel it in my bones.
I have to do 6 months with my PCP though which is a bummer because I feel like the days are just dragging by.
Good luck on your journey!
I have to do 6 months with my PCP though which is a bummer because I feel like the days are just dragging by.
Good luck on your journey!
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