PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

1 I can't wait until I can cross my legs 2 I can't wait until I can walk long distances without getting out of breath 3 I can't wait until I can start shopping in the regular section 4 I can't wait till I can go out and dance all night long 5 I can't wait to look in the mirror and say Hello to the new me! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I got my appointment set up today to see a Bariatric surgeon. April 12th can't come fast enough. This particular surgeon is in Covington, La. He will not even see a new patient until they have completed a check list. The longest part being a 6 month supervised weight loss program. I am happy to say I'm down 58lbs from just watching my intake and portion control. I've started walking and I hope I can keep that up at least 3 times a week!!! I'm sorry I'm just super excited!!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

For those of you who need 6 months for insurance.... how did you cope with the time passing? I feel like I'll go nuts. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

After going to the one stop clinic I have been accepted to have the gastric sleeve surgery and have my pre assessment this time next week. Was just wondering what I should expect? Thanks in advance!

I start my 14day liquid diet..I'm having the Gastric Sleeve done...I'm just so confused and lost about what Vitamins I'm suppose to take..can take...when to take...my dietician explained briefly..but unfortunately I still just don't understand..If anyone can help me I would really appreciate it...I can explain to you what I have and what's included in the Vitamin..but she told me it wasn't enough...I'm just so lost Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-N910A using the BariatricPal App

My surgeon doesn't do liquid diets. I can eat up until 12am day of surgery anyone else ?? I asked him why & he's been doing bariatric surgery since the 90's he says he doesn't see any significant physical reason he thinks alot of surgeons do it for the mental aspect because some pt's go insane with food funerals he had a girl gain 30lbs obsessing about what she' won't be able to eat Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Has anyone tried the New whey Protein Shots? Are they worth it? Protein shakes ( premier and gene pro) make me sick and i need a supplement because I'm not making my intake at all. If you have suggestions as well let me know! Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

I am so excited tomorrow Feb 7th @ 5:30-7:30 pm my Orientation with KAISER Insurance I am hoping I can start classes which are 12 weeks right away. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I got my stamp of approval today with my insurance! I was in my kinder classroom when I got the news. I jumped for joy first to thank My Lord and then I did the happy dance and of course the kids danced with me. After a sec or two one asked .. who's birthday is it and the reply was " it must be her birthday I think adults have them everyday! Well it's not my birthday it's my new day! So excited that it's my turn to Celebrate to my new beginning! Now waiting to find out surgery date. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Was anyone scared or nervous for surgery? I'm not scared about the surgery I'd say the after surgery and not knowing what to eat and so on. I believe my biggest obstacle will be remembering to eat as I struggle with eating now due to my medication that I take that suppresses my appetite. I also work as a traveling night nurse. Anyone have suggestions on what is good "pureed" food and what you use for a Protein drink as I don't want to buy one that taste like chalk! Sent from my SM-G928V using the BariatricPal App

Omg I can't believe this is really happening do my pre admission tomorrow, my bag is basically packed (note to self put the extension cord in the bag) Okay and this pre op diet is the worst thing ever especially during your .......... But I'm still pushing!!! How are you all holding up?

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Ok, so I am headed to Mexico from overseas. The plain ride will be long, but I will need to have approved liquids on the plain with me for the 16 hour flight. How do I navigate what I need, given the flying restrictions? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hey everyone. I am currently still in the process of paper work & testing to see if my insurance will cover me for the gastric sleeve. I have been putting the process off for about 4 months now & I think I'm ready to do it. I am still nervous because of some of the horror stories I've read but I'm not new to undergoing surgery just seeing people fail with this as their "last option" isn't encouraging. Has anyone successfully or know anyone successfully that did the sleeve and got the results they expected? & is anyone else in the same stage I'm in? What are some things you're doing to try to stay positive especially when you don't really have support from fami…

I have 2 weeks until the big day! I have been on my pre op diet for a little over a week.. and so far have lost about 13 pounds. It's been rough. Very rough. But I am sticking to it as much as possible. I am in the process of finally getting my cpap machine. Hopefully that won't be an issue for my surgeon if I miss one night with it. I am nervous. I have been denied and the delay in getting my cpap to being approved thanks to my surgeon for rallying for me and my cpap being shipped today. It's been a looooong journey to get to these 2 weeks before surgery. I am excited but nervous. I am glad that I have the support of my family and loved ones. I try to keep those who aren…

Just found out there are 2 different ways to perform this procedure. my bmi is 37 so I am under the assumption I could get the single incision surgery if bmi under 40. I will probably be flying across coast to coast across the US after surgery so the pain factor may be less. Any thoughts or suggestion?

I am so annoyed by this process! As a person who has never in life been sickly, had surgery, been admitted to a hospital, this process is beyond my comprehension. Not only am I dealing with a myriad of doctor's offices and appointments, the medical bills are overwhelming. I knew the process wouldn't be cheap but I'm just thoroughly pissed off at all of it right now at a point where I'm nowhere near completion of any requirements to even submit to insurance to have surgery...

So my papers were submitted and I was told to meet my surgeon this Friday to go over test results does this mean I get my date too? The woman told me they are waiting for the insurance to confirm everything I don't wanna get my hopes up I'm nervous and happy and scared all at once Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I am scheduled for surgery on June 14, I had read about people needing to sleep in a recliner for the first week or so due to pain or the inability to get comfortable. I am stricktly a stomach and side sleeper. How many of you needed to sleep in a recliner? I'm considering buying one for my recovery. Sent from my SM-G930T using the BariatricPal App

I'm my way to the hospital today the big day!!! Pray for me ???? Sent from my Z981 using the BariatricPal App

My surgery is tomorrow 02-06-2017! I check in at 7:30am and surgery is at 10:30am!!! What do I pack? Any suggestions? Or like what do i take with me? Sent from my SM-N920T using the BariatricPal App

Hi all. I just had my initial consult with the surgeon last Thursday. I'm super excited to get things going and have made all my appointments before my follow up 3/16. I have to say though, as a working person, this is tough. Most of these professionals don't offer evening hours. I have to see 1) PCP for medical clearance/referral, 2) nutritionist, 3) psychologist, 4) exercise evaluation, 5) endoscopy, and then 6) surgeon follow up. It's a good thing I do admin time two mornings a week so I'll just come in late after the appointments. I did have to tell my boss though since there are just so many days. I told her I was having stomach problems and had to have some tests…

Hi all, this is my first post.. i would like to get some feedback from you guys.. how long did it take for you to decide on the surgery? Were you hesitant at first to go ahead? And what makes you decided to go for it.. thanks alot! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hi Guys I'm moving to Charlotte, NC in a couple of weeks and looking to start the process and have the Sleeve surgery done there. If anyone has had it done in the area, can you please recommend any great certified surgeons and please let me know how was your experience? Thanks

So my doctor had me take some blood work before the surgery. But that is it! I've heard other surgeons have had EKG is done and all kinds of other things done before going into surgery I'm worried that maybe my Surgeon isn't doing enough? What are some requirements given by your surgeon that have to be done so they know you are ready for surgery? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

How long did everyone take off for work ? I'm not sure how much time to take ?. I have a office job I sit down & talk to people on the phone it's can be mentally stressful but not manually. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

My surgery is Feb 13. Im starting to have doubts like should i try another diet and be more dedicated to excercising before this. Do i want to give up so many foods for the rest of my life. I'm starting to get discouraged. Is there any words of wisdom out there? Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G920A using the BariatricPal App

OK I have been doing everything the nutritionist wants me to do. And I am doing good. But should I be doing the small bites and all that. I do not have my date yet (fingers crossed)but I only have my phsy appt. On the 16th. So I am just wondering how to follow the before diet.... ❤

Hello all! I was wondering if any of you have had your surgery at Mexicali Bariatric Center? Any information is greatly appreciated [emoji2] [emoji2]

I heard from a surgeon that if you have acid reflux you shouldnt get the sleeve done. Has anyone with GERD had the sleeve? Did it make it worse? SunshineUnicorn

Well i have been given a surgery date.. won't he do it. Whoop whoop and now the big question.. when they called about surgery date did they discuss financing because I had to poke at them to tell me how much this was gonna cost. Doctor and hospital is separate I knew that but they still need to discuss and get more information from the insurance about the cost. I think I'm more nervous about the cost than the actual surgery.. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Ok i have a cold I'm trying to get rid of fast and I have to lose 10 pounds before Feb 14 to have surgery any suggestions. I can't do full liquid diet because it would throw my thyroid number off. Sent from my LG-H901 using the BariatricPal App

On my way now can't wait to join the losers bench ! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hi everyone! My husband is going through the pre-op for the gastric sleeve surgery just waiting for final approval from our insurance carrier and a surgery date. I am trying to be the most supportive wife I can be. Which let me tell you can be a struggle Sometimes. Cutting out juice drinks and soda were hard but we've gotten through it, down to one glass of soda a week and no juice drinks. My husband suffers from hbp, borderline high cholesterol, borderline diabetes, lymphedema and cellulitis of the left leg. I just wanted to know if there is anything that y'all used as non food rewards. The doctor stated he would go down to approximately 250-300 pounds once all w…

Hello everyone. I started my journey for the surgery way back in September of last year. I hadn't been able to start the process officially because my insurance didn't kick in until December. I attended my Bariatric Seminar at Englewood Hospital in NJ, which just re-affirmed my decision to go through with Gastric Sleeve Surgery. I scheduled my first appointment with the doctor. To my surprise after all the excitement I walked into the office for my appointment and the doctor that I had researched extensively and was referred to me by family and friends, didn't take my insurance tier. I was almost heartbroken. I thought "am I not doing this right?" Luckily, I had indeed se…

So. Did anyone have issues wearing a bra right after surgery? I snap and spin but don't want it to rub on a suture. How high is the highest? Surgery is on Tues Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App

Good morning... wondering if anybody opted to do this without insurance? There are so many hoops to jump through that I am considering doing this without insurance. How much? Here or Mexico? Is it worth waiting for and jumping through the hoops or all the same to go out of pocket? Any cautionary tales or advise? Thanks guys!

My op is on the 5th - so in just a few days. It has all happened very quickly and I am feeling anxious. Would love to make some friends to share the highs and lows. I'm 43 with 2 kids and live on the English South coast. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Once you did the breath test, how long did it take to get the results back? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

So surgery today didn't go as planned some how some way my throat is to narrow and the procedure the use to put the breathing tube Scratched my throat so it made my throat swell and basically close up so I have to wait another week to have it done I'm staying over night in the hospital for observation and I'm hungry they have me eating ice chips tell further notice this sucks Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hey everyone, so I just got my surgery date. And I must admit I am very nervous and executed. Initially I had wanted to get the sleeve done but my surgeon insists that bypass is better for long term results. I am looking for long term results but the bypass procedure is a bit more invasive than the sleeve and that works my nerves. I just wanted to share that I got my date! #fistpumps. #teamfeburary Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Getting nervous for Surgery less than a month away. If all goes well with no complications when do people start to feel themselves again minus the food changes? For example, when do you feel you can drink liquids normally, feel no pain, are less tired etc? I think I have this built up in my head that I'm going to be in severe paian for a month but then I read posts and people are exercising a month later. It gives me hope! I recently had a hysterectomy and felt good within two days but was just tired and felt great a month later. Why does this scare me so much when Ive been preparing for months?

Well this will be it my journey with the sleeve. I know my insurance will cover the surgery and i have 4 appointments in the next 2 weeks. Everything at once im excited nervous and scared. Am i mentally ready.... Very scared to go under since i have never ever had surgery before and Iam 37 but iam so excited to finally make a change in my life after being over weight for so long !! Any advice or help with calming the nervousness wouls help since i have Anxiety.. Sent from my LG-H811 using the BariatricPal App

Maybe someone here can help me understand why the company who's managing my care(Molina) has different approval requirements than what medicaid is asking to qualify? Medicaid (According to Law),is saying 35 with Co Morbid and Molina says all I need is BMI of 40 (which I have). Anyone understand this??? I've talked to them but no explains it in a way I understand. Is it Molina who's making the decision..is it medicaid? Lol Anyone approved through Apple Health Molina with No comorbidities? Or any insight would be great. I'm confused as h***! Sent from my SM-G900T using the BariatricPal App

Do I have to pay my deductible before surgery or can they bill me? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Just flew into Los Angeles from Canada and looking to buy some clear liquid Protein. We don't have much of a selection home. Anybody know where I can buy Isopure or any other clear liquid brand in Los Angeles/California? What store chains carry it? TIA 8 Day CLEAR liquid diet is killlllling me with all this delicious food around haha I got this tho! (Hopefully) Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

This was my day to day life for years! I loved to meet the girls out for some margaritas and wine, few beers by the pool and fire pit! Barbecue grilling and restaurant dining!! For the past six months I've been struggling with the smoking part and well the drinking and eating! I am smoke and alcohol free for now 30 days alcohol hasn't been a problem but the smoking is an extreme addiction! I think I want a cigarette more than I want food being in my two week liquid only diet! The main question for everybody is what do with myself now that drinking smoking and food are no longer a part of my life! During work is fine but my weekends are killers, i've been hiding in my bed…

So my doctor recomended a 2 week pre op diet to reduce size of liver ect. Now i dont know what to eat like recipes ect...any ideas? Surgery is in 10 days

My husband is scheduled for the end of February. How soon should I schedule mine after? thank you Sent from my SM-G930V using the BariatricPal App

I am 5'1 and 274lbs. I am 57yrs old and have a set goal of 125lbs. Which would be a loss of 149lbs. Has anyone achieved this weight loss at my age? Thanks gor your input and,God Bless!, Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G900A using the BariatricPal App