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This is a documentation of my journey to surgery and beyond.

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Read more about Moving along

Moving along

Things seem to be progressing and moving along, yet the surgery date feels so far away. Since my last entry I've completed my psychiatric evaluation, home sleep apnea link, had my monthly appointments, and attended a support group at my surgery center.  I'm really disappointed with my psychiatric evaluation, as the doctor recommended I return for therapy prior to surgery to address potential binge eating behaviors. I was honest on all of the material of course, but I did not see myself as s

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• MollieVSGHopeful
• April 19, 20179 yr

Read more about Introduction to Metabolic Surgery Class & Checking In

Introduction to Metabolic Surgery Class & Checking In

I have nearly a month of this journey under my belt and I continue to check items off my list. The most recent item being the Introduction to Metabolic Surgery class a few weeks ago. Much to my surprise, the class was filled with people of all different sizes and body types. I have to admit, I felt a little judged by a few people in the room. I was one of the smallest people there and I could tell by the stares of a few they were wondering why I was there.  I wanted to say, "I need this jus

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• MollieVSGHopeful
• March 11, 20179 yr

Read more about Goals & Checklists

Goals & Checklists

I went to my initial appointment with the nutritionist this week and it was much different than I imagined. More emotional, as she asked me questions beyond "what do you eat?" Questions like "how does that make you feel?" and "why?" I cried, but she assured me that it was normal.  I love checking things off lists, so I'm thrilled with this process so far.  I've had my blood work done.  Scheduled my psychological evaluation. Scheduled my in-home sleep study. Will be atten

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• MollieVSGHopeful
• February 21, 20179 yr

Read more about The Decision

The Decision

I have looked into weight loss surgery three times in the last 18 months.  Vacillating between types of surgeries, buying new gym equipment, or trying to find a new diet. I have a small room full of exercise equipment and every cookbook from Atkins to Zen diet. Finally, while up at an abnormally late hour with my dog, I took an online seminar required prior to a free initial consultation with a surgeon. It was the beginning of a new year and what did I have to lose? If they called me to schedule

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• MollieVSGHopeful
• February 21, 20179 yr