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Sparkles · 02-27-2009, 04:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Tess

As far as losing weight until then, its not that important. She said 10 lbs. will be fine. They have never had anyone turned down unless they gain weight and don't attend the classes. I feel so much better now. I go for my Phyc evaluation, physical and Nutritional March 19th. That will be my 6 month start date. If all gos well... I will be having a fall surgery. Maybe Oct.

OoO great. I am so glad you got the confirmation you were looking for. It’s nice to be told that everything is taken care of. I am so not a relax and sit back type of girl. I wish I was. It would makes things way easier.

Sparkles · 02-27-2009, 04:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Band_Groupie

My scanner is on the 'fritz' right now, so I'll give you the info., to be filled out ea. month and sent to surgeon's office

DIET & EXERCISE PROGRAM PROGRESS NOTE
Patients Name__
DOB ____
Date Of Visit____
Date Diet Initiated___
Patient is following a ____kcal/day diet, Other____
Patient is participating in the following exercise regimen ___ (Walking, Swimming, Curves, Yoga, Aerobics, Gym membership, Other, Patient is unable to exercies due to ___)
Vitals: Height___ Weight___ HR___ R____ BP___
Morbid Obesity ___ (check mark here)
Changes in weight since last visit ___ pounds (Lost, Gained, No change)
Continue to follow a ___kcal/day diet, Other___
Continue to exercise___
Return to office in one month to evaluate progress ___
Other________________________________(This is where they fill in education, lifestyle changes, discussion of comorbidities, sleep importance, other things ie. cutting back on soda, coffee, etc....ins. wants to see you're learning what will be necessary)

Officially stealing this and making little handy dandy cards for my PCP just in case the nurse or him are lost. This is a great tool!

Ms. Readytobehealthy · 02-28-2009, 06:20 AM

I made copies too for my PCP. I actually placed on a word document so I can have the PCP place in my file chart. I made extra copies so he can one readily available when I come in. This covers everything I need all on one sheet. THANKS SOOOOO MUCH this is very helpful for me!!!!!!

Tess · 02-28-2009, 10:21 AM

All this past experience that everyone shares is so nice to have. Again, I'm so glad I found this place. I have learned so much. Its really invaluable (((HUGS)))

Sparkles · 02-28-2009, 02:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Tess

All this past experience that everyone shares is so nice to have. Again, I'm so glad I found this place. I have learned so much. Its really invaluable (((HUGS)))

Seriously I woke up thinking the same thing!

Ms. Readytobehealthy · 02-28-2009, 08:35 PM

I must agree that this site is the BEST ever. I have learned so much on this site and I have met some wonderful folks. I look forward getting on and learning something new everyday.

Tess · 02-28-2009, 11:13 PM

I told my surgeon about it. I think it would be good to have doctors on here that can answer question if they have a little spare time to kill. There may be some on here already. I don't know yet (Blush) He seemed pleased that I found the place and was so well prepared

Sparkles · 03-01-2009, 09:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Tess

I told my surgeon about it. I think it would be good to have doctors on here that can answer question if they have a little spare time to kill. There may be some on here already. I don't know yet (Blush) He seemed pleased that I found the place and was so well prepared

I started a little notebook of questions, contact info for my PCP, Surg, anyone else I am coming in contact with like the Psych that way if anyone needs anything I am prepared. I think that is going to help things go along faster.

Anyone else putting together a little notebook or folder of stuff?

Tess · 03-01-2009, 10:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Sparkles

I started a little notebook of questions, contact info for my PCP, Surg, anyone else I am coming in contact with like the Psych that way if anyone needs anything I am prepared. I think that is going to help things go along faster.

Anyone else putting together a little notebook or folder of stuff?

Not yet but that probably a good idea. I'm so glad I don't have to come up with the 5 year diet history or Id be screwed for sure. I was never a Dr. person so Iv really only had a PCP for almost a year. lol Figured I'm getting old and feeble I should break down and get one. lol. Never dreamed Id ever have to Document my struggle over the years. Most of my diets have been on my own. Id done them all too. lol

pricklypear · 03-01-2009, 12:14 PM

are you guys on cigna too? because i think that is the only one that requires you to have the diet.
is your pcp doing it or is your surgeon doing it?
i have asked for help on a thread but no one has bothered replying.

i started by diet and just finished my first month a few days ago. held steady - no weight loss. pretty par for the course for me.