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This One's for the Plus Size Baby Boomers - Bala Cynwyd, PA
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First, l am 58 y.o. and weigh 250 lbs. Yes, you...
murray57January 27, 2016
WORTH IT$7,250
First, l am 58 y.o. and weigh 250 lbs. Yes, you read it right so don't let any doctor tell u it can't be done. Oh, and I'm 5'6'' so l am definitely a big girl. I decided I was finally going to have a body I could be happy with before I turned 60. So at 58 I got serious. I was looking to have a mommy makeover eventhough I've never had a child. Trust me, age does the same thing as childbirth. As with most larger folks I've lost and gained hundreds if not a thousand lbs throughout my life and my body definitely shows the wear and tear.
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Replies (23)
February 1, 2016
Thank you for posting. I can't find anyone that will even talk to me. They immediately say I should inquire about bariatric surgery. 48 years old and loosing hope..
February 12, 2016
I had a gastric bypass in 2000. ! Lost 100 lbs but gained back 60. So l did have a pannI flap but it was mostly fat. If insurance won't pay for it why should your weight matter?
February 22, 2016
Heels you and i are in the same boat. They WILL do it here in Mi BUT they kerp trying to play you to the side due to the lbs notvto mention the wavering cost
February 15, 2016
im 65 210lbs and no kids but 36 hh! travelling to lithuania this day week for reduction anxious times !!
February 15, 2016
I just said a prayer for you because we will be going through similar recoveries. The key is to have a positive mindset on the way in and all through the recovery. Don't get anxious or nervous until they willing you into the operating room. Then say a prayer and don't worry. Remember they say if you're going to worry then don't pray but if you prayed then don't worry. Now happy thoughts and go get them tiger.
February 15, 2016
I just said a prayer for you because we will be having similar recoveries. It is not easy but it is very manageable. Have positive thoughts and say a prayer and don't worry all will be well. Remember if you pray don't worry but if you're going to worry then don't pray. I look forward to hearing from you on the flat side.
February 18, 2016
I cant believe that they operated on you! Good for you.. Where I am they want me to loose 30 more pounds. Out of the country(some drs.) will operate on women who are bigger. I am surprised that you were operated on in the USA. Good for you! You look great!
February 18, 2016
I can't believe u just came at me like that! Maybe your approach is why you haven't found a surgeon. Good luck in ur journey as I am here to help larger women in any way I can. Glad to see i enlightened you to the possibility that yes, we larger woman also deservethe opportunity to fulfill our goals and dreams....ijs
UPDATED FROM murray57
12 days pre
Finally all paid up! Yay!
murray57January 27, 2016
I paid the hospital which was $2125.00 for 3 hours. The anesthesiologist was $1070.00, there was a $100.00 consultation fee and a $500.00 nonrefundable deposit. I applied for a 12 month interest free loan from care credit, silly me. It seems the hospital and anesthesiologist offices can't accept care credit BC the card has no expiration date so it cannot be used like a credit card. I had to come out of pocket for all this. I was only able o charge the balance of the surgeon's fee which came to $6610.00. I thank God l could afford to pay or l would've had to forego my dreams. Not good. So fellow contemplators, you have been forewarned.
Now to start working on this list from my surgeon and the one l comprised from reading an excellent profile titled, Living my life like it's Golden. She is very thorough in her updates. I encourage everyone thinking about this procedure to check it out. Until next time.
Now to start working on this list from my surgeon and the one l comprised from reading an excellent profile titled, Living my life like it's Golden. She is very thorough in her updates. I encourage everyone thinking about this procedure to check it out. Until next time.
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February 12, 2016
You got off cheap. I was told $6-7000 for the procedure. They failed to tell me that was just the physician fee. My hospital fee (21 hour observation, meds, OR room etc) comes in at $21,000. Tack on the anesthesia physician and meds, $3200. The hidden costs are astonishing!!!!!!
February 12, 2016
If l had stayed overnight it was an additional $1275.00/night. In hindsight l should have stayed as I have out of work insurance. Three days would be fantastic tho. They'll control your pain, makeup get out of bed, change your bandages and all u have to do is comply. Although that's a significant amount of money. You wouldcome out cheaper with a 4 HR visiting nurse. Do u have other medical issues?
August 13, 2016
Ladies plz do lots of homework on ur doctors my doctor everything was included in one fee She is a great PS I did not choose to stay overnite in a hospital I was fortunate enough to have an amazing support team at home Many PS have their own surgical center Don't just choose who or what seems to b cheapest this is ur body and you deserve the best..
February 12, 2016
HI, my name is Kimberly I will be 48 yrs old o2/22.and all my children are grown and gone.they are 27,24,and 20.and i have 2 grandchildren.So im done.Now its time to do me for a change.I have been trying to get a Tummy Tuck are mommy make over for the longest.But i always had something to do with the kids.This time i said NO MORE!!!!!!!! its time for me now.I tried to get care credit but had no success.could you please give me advice on where to go?Im taking a trip to Cancun Mexico in May.Is it best to just save up?Please email me at mainladykim@gmail.com.Thanks.
February 29, 2016
HI this is KIMBERLY again. I never got a text could you please email me please a;mainladykim@gmail.com. i would love to keep up with what is going on and how i could some how get prepared finicially.THANKS!!!!!!!!!
October 12, 2016
You are absolutely right dawnsready. My fees were all included and my PS also has his own surgery center. Makes it a lot more reasonable than going to hospital or another surgery center. I didn't stay overnight either and I wouldn't have wanted to. I have a great support system as well. I'm only one week post op and I feel like I'm doing pretty well. The tummy tuck isn't a huge deal...I'm already standing up straight and have been off pain meds. The part that has been extrememly uncomfortable is the flank area where I had lipo. Hope you're doing well since you're two months post op.
UPDATED FROM murray57
8 days pre
Stopping all meds
murray57January 31, 2016
Hello good ppl,
Well, I am stopping all meds today as instructed by my doctor. I tale meloxicam for arthritis Iin my knee but I think that's more out of habit than need. I had gel injections in my knees and they actually worked so I'm sure I'll be fine without them. Now as far as diet goes....I am truly a foodie so with that being said, iI havebeen eating all my favorites b4 the surgery bc that's all done after. I am contemplating posting my before pictures. I might need some liquid courage for that to happen. But I know how much photos helped me so I guess I'll bite the bullet. Stay tuned for photos.
Well, I am stopping all meds today as instructed by my doctor. I tale meloxicam for arthritis Iin my knee but I think that's more out of habit than need. I had gel injections in my knees and they actually worked so I'm sure I'll be fine without them. Now as far as diet goes....I am truly a foodie so with that being said, iI havebeen eating all my favorites b4 the surgery bc that's all done after. I am contemplating posting my before pictures. I might need some liquid courage for that to happen. But I know how much photos helped me so I guess I'll bite the bullet. Stay tuned for photos.
Please keep us up to date on how everything goes.
LOL, It will be ok I promise. But I do know how you feel.
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