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Post by smileyjamie on Jan 8, 2012 0:51:56 GMT -5
I know I have been M.I.A. But I have finally made it to the Dark Side!!!! So, after nearly 3 years, I was FINALLY approved through insurance to have my RNY from 2002 to DS revision with Dr. Keshishian in California. I flew out early from Alaska to California on December 28th, 2011. I had my pre-op appointment that afternoon at 2pm in his Glendale office. I had surgery the following morning, Thursday, December 29, 2011. My surgery lasted around 3 and ½ hours. I flew my girlfriend down there with me, and the entire 5 days I was in the Verdugo Hills Hospital, she was in my room with me. Slept like a pretzel in their recliner. The hospital has small rooms. But they are private, which is definitely nice. So, after surgery, I remember being woken up, and asked me to rate my pain…… Um, ya……. I remember this….. I started hollering it was a 25, and for them to “put me back out”. Remember that vividly. Holy Shit that HURT. They finally did something, cause I woke again, and everything was foggy, but my pain was much, much less that it was, don’t get me wrong, I still hurt, but it was tolerable thanks to the drugs. On the 2nd day, my blood count was low, so I needed a blood transfusion. During my pre-op at the hospital, I was informed that it was a possibility that could happen. I got 2 bags of blood. My girlfriend was a true godsend that she stayed by my side the entire time. I had a huge panic attack in recovery, and some additional panic attacks after that. Which I do not even remember at all. So, after 5 days in the hospital (Tuesday, January 3rd), I was discharged, and went to our hotel. Thursday, January 5th, I had my post-op with Dr. Keshishian, and he took out my staples. The next day Friday, January 6th, we flew home. That was a ROUGH day. It sucked. But I have made it home, finally!!!!!! I have to compliment Diana Lopez from Dr. Keshishian’s. I owe SO MUCH to her. She was the one that I corresponded with at his office for nearly 3 years. I got to see her at my post-op appointment, and I hugged her, then I grabbed her, and cried, as I thanked her for so much. It is GOOD TO BE HOME!!!!!!! -Jamie in Alaska x-posted on the revisions forum, DS forum & main board at that other site.  |
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Post by SLVinNorCA on Jan 8, 2012 1:49:09 GMT -5
Welcome Home Jamie!
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Post by Girlrocker on Jan 8, 2012 4:32:03 GMT -5
I'm so glad for you to hear you had your surgery and you're doing well, safely back home. I just had my RNY to DS revision with Dr. K too on Dec 15, I live in LA, only 15 minutes from the hospital, luckily for me. Your girlfriend sounds like an awesome partner, fantastic she could be with you during the whole hospital stay. Will look forward to hearing more on how you're doing.
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Post by zoetrope on Jan 8, 2012 9:48:40 GMT -5
Welcome home!
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Post by happycatbert on Jan 8, 2012 11:29:18 GMT -5
If anyone deserved to be welcomed to the dark side, it's you!! Glad all is well.
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Post by stefaski on Jan 8, 2012 12:00:20 GMT -5
Welcome home!!
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Post by MsVee on Jan 8, 2012 12:03:08 GMT -5
I am so happy for you. You kept the faith and fought the good fight. Truly you are an inspiration to all of us who have had disappointments in our attempts to restore our health through wls. I wish you a speedy recovery and I cannot wait to hear more about your weight loss success.
MsVee
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Post by Jolly Rancher on Jan 8, 2012 12:19:00 GMT -5
I have followed your story for about the last two years. At times, I don't know how you were able to keep up the fight. I'm so glad your persistence has paid off for you finally. Welcome to the dark side. Happy healing!
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Post by Gail R on Jan 8, 2012 13:13:56 GMT -5
3 1/2 hours for a revision? Dr. K is a genius wizard!I am so thrilled for you. It has been a long hard road to to get this surgery and I hope it is a smooth road here on out to great health and happiness.
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Post by Band to DS on Jan 8, 2012 13:18:31 GMT -5
I am so happy for you, Jamie! Your story is such an inspiration. I hope your recovery continues to go well.
Shelli
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Post by Girlrocker on Jan 8, 2012 13:25:15 GMT -5
3 1/2 hours for a revision? Dr. K is a genius wizard!I am so thrilled for you. Yes, he is! When he told me it would take 2 hours I couldn't believe my ears. Mine wound up being an hour longer because of adhesions. Jamie, I didn't know your back story, and wanted to say an even bigger HOORAY for you that you are on the other side. |
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Post by teachmid on Jan 8, 2012 13:54:32 GMT -5
3 1/2 hours for a revision? Dr. K is a genius wizard!I am so thrilled for you. It has been a long hard road to to get this surgery and I hope it is a smooth road here on out to great health and happiness. Gail, He is a genius!! My revision from RNY to DS plus appy and GB removal took 2 hours! |
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Post by callmeEJ on Jan 8, 2012 15:50:57 GMT -5
Welcome home! It sounds like you had a rough time of it, but I hope your recovery will be a lot easier from here on out.
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Post by stillhopefull on Jan 9, 2012 10:41:30 GMT -5
Congratulations Jamie!! I hope everything from here on out will be good for you. Keep us posted.
Terry
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