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Q: gastric-bypass 02/02/2000, lost 200 of the 450lbs, first year in had skin removal, it was horrible

My surgery was in 2000, I weighed in at 450lbs and I have lost more than 200lbs. The first year after my bypass the Dr. did some kind of skin removal but didn't do a very good job at all and all he could say about it was "what did I expect being on government insurance". and now I am so unhappy with the way I look. It has given me very low self-esteem to where I have not wanted to have any kind of relationship. Is there something that I can do now, I do not live in the same state anymore and wouldn't let that Dr. do another surgery anyway. I should be proud of the weight I have lossed that I have had but because of the Dr. leaving me the way he did I am embarrassed and ashamed to have people see me. I do not feel like a women most of the time, I have to wear baggy clothes and I sometimes feel why did I even have the surgery if this is what I am going to feel like. What can I do, where can I go. Will this kind of surgery be considered cosmetic or would it be considered reconstruction?????

Desperately seeking my belly button and yes he took my belly button after telling me he wasnt going to

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The HealthGal, Health Guide

8/26/08 9:51pm

These stories really bother us in the health profession because they speak to the fact that there are "unprofessionals among us very dedicated professionals." As I have often said before - university hospitals associated with medical schools can sometimes be a place to go where as a teaching option, you will get the surgery you need for a reduced or pro-rated rate if you can find an institution looking to "make a deal" so to speak. They need patients for surgical residents - withit being understood that an attending will be present at all times.

You can also assume that some of the best surgeons - cosmetic and reconstruction are at these teaching institutions - if insurance will cover your costs. Get more than one opinionso you see if you feel like the surgeons approach matches your desires. Do make an effort to resolve this so you do get the "gift you deserve" in terms of a body you can be happy with - now that your weight loss efforts have been successful - you deserve it.

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