PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

It feels like I have had this countdown for a year now and it's only been two months. I can't wait to get surgery behind me so I can start a new life! Anyone else getting sleeved in May? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I know why they want us to quit smoking. It's awful for ones body. I know exactly what it's doing to me. Before anyone preaches , believe me I know. Just like we all know how unhealthy it is to be massively overweight........ But I have a question I was suppose to stop smoking all together but I have not completely stopped. My surgery date is 02/25/2017 and I still have approx 3-6 cigarettes a week. Has anyone still smoked a little ? Before or after ??? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hey guy well Tomorrow's the day I go in for my surgery I'm so happy yay me????????????let's see how it goes for me any suggestions!!! everyone have a bless day!!!! #superbowl baby Sent from my Z981 using the BariatricPal App

Greetings, I know many of you are just starting out on this journey and may want to know what to do after approval ?. Here are some tips that are helping me: 1) Stock up on your Protein shakes. During your visits to the doctor, you should have been trying to find a shake that you like. For me, it was difficult since I am lactose intolerant. Even a small amount of lactose makes my stomach hurt. I spent 3 months testing Protein Shakes. The following two are great for me: Premier Shakes Orgain Shakes You can get these from target, Vitamin Shoppe and Premier is sold at BJ's. 2) Stock up on your vitamins. If you're like me and cannot take pills, try this brand sol…

So on Monday I start my pre-op diet. Which consist of many Protein shakes throughout the day. I've been doing a lot of research on different types of Protein Shakes but I still can't seem to decide. The nutritionist suggest the Protein shake has more than 20 grams of protein per scoop. Anyone has any suggestions they might want to share? I like chocolate flavored anything to be exact. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Got approved and got my surgery date3/27/17 Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I am 21 and I work in a restaurant full time as a cook. Surgery is on feb 21 and I'm 3 days into my liquid pre op diet. So far everything is great I couldn't be more excited or nervous about surgery! Not having a hard time keeping my hands off the food at work but it seems like everyone else is having a hard time. My coworkers don't all know I'm having surgery and they try and push food on me. Debating on just telling everyone I'll be having surgery cause I'm not sure how to explain my rapid weight loss not even that it needs an explanation but the nagging won't stop. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hi guys, what's the usual time frame from first phone call "I'm interested in surgery" to the surgery date if you go through insurance? (Assuming you are approved of course) Also, I have Kaiser (LA).. would like to know how hard are they on approving you and the time frame as well. Thank you! Sent from my Pixel (Los Angeles)

Hello folks, I am new and so excited to have a way to connect to others going through the same thing as me. I had my consultation with my surgeon on 12/30/16 and didn't get an appointment with my nutritionist until 1/19/17. So far I have had my blood work completed and sent to the surgeon, my gastroenterologist consultation is 3/16/17 and my sleep study appointment is next week. I have yet to set up my psychologist/psychiatric appointment. I feel like the actions of having weight loss surgery are so far away but I know that it will get her before I know it. Q: Do you need both a psychiatric and psychological approval? I have this feeling that I need both but I'm not sur…

I'm so nervous and excited. I'm having single incision sleeve surgery, with no physical restrictions afterwards. I know everything around eating will change, and I'm more concerned about being put under. Current Weight 365 Goal Weight 265. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G930A using the BariatricPal App

Hi everyone, I am one week out to my surgery date and I have one fear that I know is ridiculous but it still is in my head. Fear of it not working and me going through this for nothing. What were your fears before surgery? Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G890A using the BariatricPal App

I am a teacher of 27 years.. now I hear more teachers are getting the sleeve done. How many teachers ‍ out there are having the surgery or have had it already. Educators let me hear ya! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Is there a max we should abide by? I'm averaging 97 grams per day. Don't want to over do it! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

2/21/17 is my surgery date, liquid diet starts on Valentines day!!! So excited! I know that my RNY will be diff. Ut still super excited after pre-op today! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hello! I will have my surgery next month and I'm trying to find good protein shakes... any recommendations on already made and powder shakes? Thank you! [emoji3]

What did y'all use for the headache? Sent from my SM-G900V using the BariatricPal App

Hi everyone- I am new here. I started the process about two weeks ago for Gastric Sleeve surgery. I am in the process of getting all of the testing done. I went last week to have all of my labs done and I got my results today. The results show low Vitamin D and Vitamin B12 levels. I started to get really nervous because I was not expecting that. I was expecting the high cholesterol which is something I've always struggled with. Has anyone else had low Vitamin levels? And if so, how was it treated? Thank you guys! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

So I always get risen or boil on the side of my breast I got it check out in the past no it's not cancer. my daughter was putting her elbows on my breast and a couple days later it was a rrisen (boil).. I'ma about to have surgery Monday 13th what should I do call my surgeon or let it come to a boil and squeeze it I DK what to do.. scared of I call my surgeon they might reschedule me.. I have antibiotics left over from a toothache ...help me what should I do? Sent from my Z820 using the BariatricPal App

So, I have my 1stappointment with the surgeon today. I went to his seminar on Tuesday, the nurse called me yesterday to schedule my office visit. She informed me regarding my insurance that because I have not been on my blood pressure medicine but a year she would recommend getting a letter from my physician but I've only been with a pcp for the last year. That was a no go so far. But she also said to provide pictures of myself from 2014 and 2015 that are dated. Check. And I also went to my obgyn and got a copy of my medical records for those two years which shows my weight and BMI. I hope this is enough. Guess we will soon find out. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G930A …

My final requirement for March 3 Surgery is an upper Gi. Sitting here waiting now despite the blizzard that's starting outside. Need this done so paperwork can be submitted for insurance approval. So close

Hi everyone. So my insurance requires you to attend 1 support group for the surgery & I went to my first 1 last night. I have to say I was nervous at first because it's the always not knowing what to expect thought BUUUT I am so glad I went!! Seeing the panel of individuals that just went through the surgery from 2015/2016 was so comforting. Listening to how all of their experiences were different throughout their journey but that they all reached their goal weight was inspiring. Although I told myself I was only going to attend the recommended 1 time meeting....I will be attending all of them. The meetings are once a month, every 2nd Wednesday & next month they t…

Please post your post op grocery shopping list below. Add any must have or brands TIA Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Well, after 7 months of prep, nutrition classes, exercise program diet change...it's finally here! Tomorrow morning at 8:30 and i will be joining the losers bench. Good luck to my fellow 9th sleevers also going! Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

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OMG OMG OMG I AM PSYCH CLEARED!! CLEARANCE SENT TO MY SURGEON ON MONDAY!! I'M A NORMAL CRAZY PERSON!! I was so worried!! About how long did it take you to get a surgery date after psych clearance? I have united healthcare insurance. What do I need to start doing to prepare more for surgery? Stock up on anything?

I'm scheduled for 2/16. I go from being so excited & confident to literally almost into a panic & want to begin to cry from the actually thought of surgery & anesthesia being put to sleep. Anyone else ? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I'm in Oregon does anyone know how long it takes to get the surgery? Sent from my RCT6303W87M7 using the BariatricPal App

Hi. I am having my sleeve on the 29th at the Mexicali Bariatric Center, and am looking for someone who is going to be there around the same time. I maybe going myself and it would be nice.

March 16th sleever right here!!!! I'm sooooo excited. On my way to Celebrate with my girls....It's been a hell of a process but, damn I know it will be worth it! Anybody else getting sleeved March 16th? Sent from my SM-G935T using the BariatricPal App

I found out yesterday that my surgery date is March 24th! I'm so excited Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Psychological Eval - what did you experience?

Day 2 of 8 what to do about this headache lord

So, I'm curious... in my family, on my dads side, the women are all DD or more.... and on my moms side, big butts. I was blessed to be very proportionate, and i got both, also. Haha. Blessing and a curse. My question is, did anyone here completely lose their boons/behind after the weight loss? I have a friend who keepa telling me i am going to lose it all; but i know [i think i know] my genetics aren't likely going to let that happen. I appreciate any input!!! nomorefluff

So, I got my approval today and now I'm just waiting on my Doctors office to call me with my preop appt date/Surgery Date! I'm just so excited! So thankful!

Hello beautiful brave sleevers I want to know what to get for my post op Some say only liquid per 4 weeks so don't mind BUT I've read that Dr prescribes Omeprazole and Vitamins and Iron supplements (Biotin, D, B, C etc.) and from the 5th week Protein shakes, broths etc. Need to be more clear on this Please! Sent from my R1 HD using the BariatricPal App

Anyone with healthchoice had surgery. What your out pocket cost you had to pay Sent from my SM-G550T2 using the BariatricPal App

I have been using this site for a lot of my research throughout my decision process, and now that I am moving towards my surgery date. This has been my journey so far: Around Thanksgiving of 2016, i had made my final decision to pursue bariatric surgery. I had the support of my family and friends, and I was ready to go. I had a recommendation for a surgeon, and so I made my consult appointment. I had my first consult on December 6, 2016, and I brought every piece of medical information with me to that appointment that could possibly prove that I had met the insurance qualifications for approval. I left that appointment fairly certain that I would have my surgery some …

Hi my surgery is scheduled for 2/15 and I have a cold and sore throat and I'm scared the doctor is going reschedule my surgery. Any tips of getting rid of this cold. Sent from my LG-H901 using the BariatricPal App

Any on have knee problems before surgery? Ive had surgery on my knee and it still hurts a bit 2 years post op on knee. My ortho surg. Thinks that wls would alleviate alot of pain as well as lead to a better quality of life. If you have had knee problems before surgery .. How does your knee feel now?

I had the 4th visit with my surgeon on Monday. After having a sleep study, moderate obstructive sleep apnea was diagnosed, along with hypertension. I have a JUST under 40 BMI, so now I officially qualify. I've completed my required support group meetings, gotten pulmonary clearance, and scheduled the remaining required appointments throughout this month (nutritionist, psych eval, cardiologist, endoscopy) he says that at my may appointment, all of my records will be submitted to insurance for approval, and I'll receive a tentative surgery date. I think this is really happening [emoji4]

Hey guys. So later today I have my first support group meeting that's required my insurance to have before I can actually have my surgery. Was anyone else nervous like I am? What should I expect? Anyone else passed this stage already? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I've got my surgery date for 7-18-16. Nervous. Anyone else have a July surgery date scheduled?

Anyone doing liquid Vitamins? I'm having trouble with these pills especially the Multivitamin and Calcium it's so big makes me throw up. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hello guys and gals! I'm super new to this forum and this is my first time posting. I just yesterday confirmed with my neurologist and my nutritionist that this is the road I indeed want/need to take to get myself healthy. I have been heavy my entire life. I dont remember a time when I wasn't. I was working with a trainer and nutritionist trying my best to get healthy and in 2012 I was diagnosed with Psuedotumor cerebri and my world kind of flipped on an axis and life got real. I was managing better and started working with a trainer again and I hurt my back in 2013 (I have degenerative disc disease.. which in turn resulted into a herniatied disc, a bulged disc and I have…

just starting the process for gastric sleeve. insurance has requirements. 2nd dr, appt tomorrow, psych eval next week.

Beuller? Beuller? Anyone have this day? I can't be the only one! Got to have a twin out there Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Anyone with experience using an app (example attached) for timing of your meals, how long to chew, when to drink? Has it helped?

My surgery is a month away & I can't seem to stop smoking. My doctor doesn't even want me to vape with 0% nicotine. It's like once my eating habits changed and I wasn't eating out of boredom, I started to smoking more, Vsg community please give me some encouragement ! Sent from my Z981 using the BariatricPal App

What kind of Biotine should i get and when should i start taking and for how long?

I had my psych eval today and think he's not going to approve me . He thinks me grieving for my parents death 2 yrs ago has turned into depression. I don't know what I'm going to do if he doesn't approve me. Sent from my SM-G920P using the BariatricPal App