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Gastric Bypass - Self-Pay Patient Vs. Insurance 7 answers

I am trying to get approval through my insurance company (BCBS) for gastric bypass. I'm wondering if there is a benefit to skipping the insurance...

How Much Does Gastric Bypass Surgery Cost? 5 answers

Please help me understand what kind of costs are involved with the gastric bypass surgery process.

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Possible to Have Second Gastric Bypass Surgery? 4 answers

I had gastric bypass surgery 30 years ago. I received no follow-up support. The surgery was reversed about 8 years later. I had lost a lot of weight...

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Gastric Bypass and Tummy Tuck at the Same Time? 4 answers

I've had a Gastric bypass (8 years out) and now I need to have a hernia repair re-done. I want to have a Tummy Tuck at the same time. Is this possible...

Smoking and Gastric Bypass Surgery 4 answers

My doctor said point blank that he doesn't operate on smokers but he doesn't care if you start smoking again after surgery. Why? What are the...

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How Has Gastric Bypass Surgery Changed in Recent Years? 4 answers

I have talked to a few women online who had bypass surgery 10+ years ago. A lot of them seem to have problems with their surgery. Coincidence? Or has...

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Am I Required to See a Psychologist Before Having a Gastric Bypass? 3 answers

I've been told that I will need to speak to a psychologist before I am allowed to have a gastric bypass. Is this true? Why would I need to speak...

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What is a Mini Gastric Bypass (MGB)? 3 answers

I've recently heard of a procedure called the "Mini Gastric Bypass" that is supposed to take less time and have fewer risks. What is it?...

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Gastric Bypass and Diabetes 3 answers

I recently read that Gastric Bypass surgery can often reverse Diabetes, is that true?

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Does Gastric Bypass Cure Sleep Apnea? 3 answers

I've heard this - Is it true and how does it work?

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Gastric Bypass W/ Wound Healing Issues? 3 answers

I'm planning on having a gastric bypass within the next 6 months. My problem is that I have never healed very well. I have wounds that have been...

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Safe to Have Gastric Bypass Surgery with Tummy Tuck Before Weight Loss? 3 answers

I heard of a surgeon who performs a tummy tuck with the bypass because a lot of patients like me have excess skin already hanging(lateral...

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Open Gastric Bypass 3 answers

Do doctors still perform open gastric bypass surgery? I have a high BMI (70) and I have been reading that laproscopic might not be possible due to this.

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What is the Difference Between Gastric Banding and Gastric Bypass? 2 answers

I'd like to know how is gastric banding different from gastric bypass? Which of the two is the safest, gives you the most results, and has the least...

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Will Gastric Bypass Help my Underactive Thyroid (Hypothyroidism)? 2 answers

Can my condition be improved by getting bypass surgery?

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Will Cigna Pay for Gastric Bypass Surgery Again? 2 answers

I had surgery about five years ago due to some family problems and being stressed out I have gained most of the weight back I lost. I would like to...

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Too Obese for Gastric Bypass Surgery? 2 answers

I want to talk to a doctor about getting bypass surgery but I am afraid of being turned down. My BMI is 80, height 5'5", weight 500lb....

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How Much Weight Can I Feasibly Lose Without a Gastric Bypass? 2 answers

I'm quite heavy (500 pounds) and have been thinking of having a gastric bypass, but it seems so drastic and final to me. Can I feasibly lose...

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Thyroid and RNY Gastric Bypass 2 answers

I was scheduled for RNY and hernia repair and then received a phone call from the scheduling nurse saying my blood test showed my thyroid was low. So...

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How Long to Wait After C-section to Have Bariatric Surgery? 2 answers

It Has Been 5 Months and I Weight 288 Lbs. I develop gestational diabetes and had a 10 lbs 15 oz baby, my blood pressure is 150/100 and my PCP is very...

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Is It Possible to Weigh Too Much to Have a Gastric Bypass Operation? 2 answers

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Gastric Bypass W/ Gall Bladder Removal 2 answers

I read that sometimes the gall bladder is removed as part of the surgery. What determines whether I get to keep my gall bladder? Is it riskier if...

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Where is the Gastric Bypass Scar Located? 2 answers

Where is the scar from gastric bypass and how big is it?

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What to Expect During Gastric Bypass Consultation 2 answers

I'm looking around for doctors and have made one appt so far. What will happen in the appt? Do I need to bring any thing with me?

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Possible to Replace Gastric Band w/ Gastric Bypass and Liposuction? 2 answers

I have done a gastic band about 5 years ago and i didnt really get the results i was hoping for so i have decided to take the band out and do gastric...

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Best Gastric Bypass Surgeon in USA? 2 answers

I am going to be a difficult case... high BMI, diabetes, heart murmur. So i am looking for the best gastric bypass surgeon to help me. I have been...

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Should I Tell My Family I'm Considering Gastric Bypass? 2 answers

I don't think my family will support me w/ getting surgery. As of right now it's not 100% I'll be approved for the surgery anyway. When...

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Traveling for Gastric Bypass 2 answers

I've been researching bariatric doctors and can't find any near me that I feel comfortable with. Is it okay to travel out of state or out of...

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Am I Likely to Get Gallstones After Gastric Bypass? 2 answers

I've talked to a lot of post-op bypass patients and a lot of them have mentioned getting gallstones after surgery. What are the chances this will...

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Can a Morbidly Obese Person Be Too Old to Undergo Bariatric Surgery As a Means to Lose Weight? 2 answers

Are there any online support groups that have been created to help make a formerly morbidly obese person's transition into a healthier lifestyle...

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Gastric Bypass Revision 1 answer

I had the gastric bypass in 2002 and went from 330 to 160. I got pregnant and had 2 girls back to back. I regained some of my weight and stay around...

Gastric Bypass 4 Years After Thyroid Removal? 1 answer

I want to get a gastric bypass but I had thyroid removal done 4 years ago. Am I still able to get the surgery?

Can I Have Gastric Bypass While on Lamisil? 1 answer

Laproscopic Stoma Revision Possible After Gastric Bypass? 1 answer

I had the laparoscopic RNY Gastric Bypass in March 2002. I have recently had weight regain due to an enlarged stoma. My stomach (pouch) is still of...

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Gastric Bypass Complications 1 answer

Considering gastric bypass but heard it's dangerous and there are a lot of risks. What sort of complications can happen with gastric bypass surgery?

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Gastric Bypass with Hernia Repair - Can It Be Done at the Same Time? 1 answer

If not, how long should I wait? The hernia is painful and swollen so I'd like to get it fixed ASAP.

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Will Medicaid Pay for Gastric Bypass Surgery? 1 answer

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Does Insurance Cover Gastric Bypass Surgery? 1 answer

Do most insurance providers cost gastric bypass surgery, or can it be used to offset at least some of the cost?

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Do I Need to Lose Weight Before Having a Gastric Bypass? 1 answer

I'm thinking of having a gastric bypass to shift a lot of weight. However, Would I need to lose any weight before I had the gastric bypass?

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Is Gastric Bypass Reversible? 1 answer

Can I get the gastric bypass reversed if something goes wrong or if it doesn't work out for me?

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Lap Banding Possible After Gastric Bypass? 1 answer

Is it possible to have a lap banding done after you have had a gastric bypass procedure?

Do I Need to Do a Mandatory Diet Program Before Gastric Bypass? 1 answer

My surgeon usually requires a mandatory lifestyle course where patients learn about diet and exercise. However, he's said he's going to exempt...

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I Am 5'7" and Weigh 235 Pounds, Am I Eligible for Gastric Bypass? 1 answer

For many years I have struggled with my weight and nothing seems to work: Jenny Craig, Weight Watchers, Medifast. You name it, and I've tried it....

230-249 lbs 5 ft 4 in to 5 ft 7 in candidate

Am I Required to See a Dietician Before Gastric Bypass? 1 answer

And, if so, do most surgeons have one on-staff on do I need to go somewhere else and get "cleared" before the doctor will operate on me?

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Stomach Stapling Performed 15 Years Ago. Can I Get a Gastric Bypass? 1 answer

After Stomach Stapling in 1995, Now I Want Gastric Bypass. Is This Possible?

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Laxatives Before Gastric Bypass Surgery? 1 answer

If I go on a liquid diet several days before my gastric bypass, how will this affect the need for harsh laxatives taken 24-48 hours in advance?

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Stomaphy X Worth It? 1 answer

I was reading about endoscopic pouch reduction with the Stomaphy X device. For someone who has regained some weight post-gastric bypass surgery and...

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How Much Does a Gastric Bypass Cost in Kansas City? 1 answer

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Is Cardiac Arrest a Common Complication from Gastric Bypass Surgery? 1 answer

Is it unlikely I'll experience this complication if I have a healthy heart?

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Types of Gastric Bypass Surgery 1 answer

RNY, laproscopic, sleeve gastrectomy, biliopancreatic diversion... what are all of these things? It's so confusing. How will I know which one to...

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Gastric Bypass Vs Mini-Gastric Bypass 1 answer

What is the difference between a gastric bypass procedure and a mini gastric bypass?

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Diabetes Type 2 and Bariatric Surgery? 1 answer

What are the risks for bariatric surgery with diabetes type 2?

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