PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

I just completed my EGD Friday and it was a truly awful experience. They gave me anesthesia and I had such a hard time breathing that they ended up having to stop the procedure to intubate me because I stopped breathing. The anesthesia wore off before the EGD was done and while they were pumping oxygen into me. So naturally I freaked out screaming.. anyone else have any issues like this? I'm worried if I had this difficult of a time for a simple procedure that I won't make it through the actual bypass! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I'm set up for February 4th. Seems like forever away. People keep telling me, "oh don't worry". It bugs me cause I'm not worried. What seems to keep popping in my head is, am I doing the right thing. I would like to here what others are thinking, going through. My Doctors plan is two days preop clear liquid, not 10 like I've been reading on here. Anyone else similar? Thanks, Kimo

So I got approved for he gastric bypass and my surgery is Jan 24th I'm totally excited, but I started my pre op who's is liquid diet for 7 days, on the Jan 17th, so into day 2 I noticed my body has been really cramping up, like cramps in my stomach, feet, legs, sides and back, wondering if anyone experienced this, Im thinking it may the the Protein shakes, I'm not sure I have been drinking 5 a day totaling 75 grams of protein a day, and drinking a lot of fluids as well. Anyone else experience this? I'm drinking EAS advantage shakes?? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I finished all my pre op specialist appts, now Its just insurance required monthly weigh ins until April. Is there a pre op diet I am supposed to be following leading up to my surg? I don't have a date yet, so will my surgeon tell me if there is a regimen I'm supposed to be following once we have a surg date set? I see that people are on pre op diets but it was never mentioned to me. please advise. Thank you

Hello, I got all of my approvals for my surgery, just waiting for them to give me a surgery date, I have currently lost 12.5 of my 30 pounds required by my surgeon. I would like to have surgery the week of February 5th, 2017. Any suggestions on how to take off my weight faster before surgery without being hungry? I am excited to get my surgery scheduled and start my new lifestyle! Thanks for your help!

Hello! I am on my weight loss journey and I am in the pre-op testing/evaluation phase I had an initial consult, my gallbladder ultrasound with normal results and a sleep study where I possibly have sleep apnea, however they were unable to say until a doctor looks at my results and makes that decision Next week I have my EKG, psych eval and see the nutritionist I was curious about everyone else's experience in the pre-op testing phase, so far I have no complaints! If anyone has any words of advice or want to share their experience I'd love to hear it! Or if you're just starting this journey as well and are looking for someone to talk to for support I don't mind…

Did you have any comorbid conditions when you were approved by the insurance company? Or were you able to get approved with just your BMI alone? All of my blood work came back good. They said I am healthy other than my weight, obviously. I've been reading up and most everything said you must have at least one comorbid condition, for most insurances to approve bariatrics surgery. I met with the bariatrics center on Tuesday and now we wait 2-3 weeks for insurance to come back with a answer and I am crazy nervous since I am "healthy". Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hello all, I am having lap band surgery on January 31st. A bit nervous as I've never had surgery before. What should I expect post-op?? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hi guys I unfortunately received bad news from the doctors after the screening to do surgery And they denied me because I have a problem with stress eating They will send me to a facility where I learn to handle stress without resorting to food and going to a nutritionist After that if I'm still fat than I'm allowed to go back :/ I am really disappointed After all the waiting and traveling I was so ready for the surgery and now it's denied Does anybody else been denied surgery? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hello all! I'm new here and I've got a few questions, but first I wanna introduce myself. My name is Kristen. I'm 25 years old. My BMI is a little over 40. I have co morbidities but I don't think my insurance will cover them. I started my journey in December of 2015 and did the 6 month physcian led weigh ins, but I had to start over, because I was at a 39 BMI until my last weigh in and my surgeon didn't think my insurance would cover the surgery with my co morbidities, so she told me to maintain my 40 BMI and we would try again. I have my last weigh in tomorrow and I will be meeting with my surgeon again on Tuesday! I'm so excited but I'm so nervous. My co morbidities…

My surgeon has me on a very strict are op diet. 3 protein shakes a day and up to 250 cals of selected veggies. I'm on day 7 and I was doing so good. I thought I was strong enough to make a nice dinner for my family. Well I ended up eating a small kids bowl of lasagna. How screwed am I? I still have a mother week, but do would it still affect my liver? Please no harsh comments like I should have more will power, bla bla bla. I already feel bad enough ????

I started my 2 week liquid diet on Monday , Jan 16th and as of today Thursday Jan 19th I lost 5 lbs already . From 245 in July I'm down to 225 . I lost 20 lbs already in total . Super excited .

Got my preop appt. December 22nd. Any advise? What did you take on the day of the surgery? Anyone else get it or getting it at Kaiser on Cadillac in West LA?? Sent from my SM-G900T using the BariatricPal App

I will be having surgery in a few weeks and in having the hardest time kicking caffeine. I am a tea drinker. I don't drink soda. Besides the awful headaches I feel like I can choke someone by the end of the day.. Any ideals how to cut it out? Sent from my VS995 using the BariatricPal App

I am contemplating Dr Illan in MX but my sister, who is a nurse anesthestitist, states that if there is any complications, no Dr state side will want to touch me. What did y'all do after you came back? PS....my sister had a bariatric patient die on her table due to blowing out his stitches 4 years after surgery. Sent from my SM-G920V using the BariatricPal App

My insurance coordinator takes forever to get back with me on my questions, so I figured I would post me question here to hopefully get a quicker response. What is a surgery scheduling fee? My insurance covers my surgery 100%, so is this just something the doctor's office is throwing in there to make more money?

Well the excitement and nervousness is officially sinking in with the phone call I just received stating I am approved! In the back of my mind I still have that little voice asking if this is the right decision for me. I should have a call with my surgery date soon! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

So I just completed everything turned my papers in and now I'm about to start a job. My surgeon insurance person said they are scheduling surgery for late February. how do I tell my new job about the surgery. I will have orientation in 1-2 weeks at a manufacturing company should I tell them when I go to orientation or wait till I get a date Sent from my Z820 using the BariatricPal App

Curious if anyone else decided to self-pay to avoid the wait period and hoops the insurance company makes you jump through? My insurance company wanted a 12 month wait and I would have need to gain and maintain 10 extra pounds because the wouldn't recognize my pre-diabetes as a comorbidity. So I've opted to pay $11,000 in MI and have the surgery done 6/7. I've gotten a lot of mixed reviews from friends and family for bypassing insurance and taking the financial burden but I have no regrets! (Yet!) Curious if any one else made a similar decision? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Everything has moved forward very smoothly. The surgery coordinator said they have 15 days to respond but usually do so sooner. I am getting so excited. I am so ready. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

My surgery is Jan 17 and today I'm regretting not having a food funeral. Not a massive binge just some extremely spicy street tacos with rice and Beans. And a side of salsa and chips. ???? Sent from my Y538 using the BariatricPal App

I scheduled my nutrition and psychiatric evaluation today. I am going through a center that can do both. The nutrition evaluation is 1.5 hours and the psych evaluation is 4 hours. Are those times close to what others have experienced? 4 hours seems long, but the receptionist said it might not take that long.

I knocked all the required appointments for surgery, but the hardest part is getting 10 pounds off, food is so hard to resist... Any suggestions on how to stay focused and to fight the urges Sent from my Z981 using the BariatricPal App

I have amerigroup Medicaid in GA how long does it takes to get approved?. Have anybody got denied? Sent from my Z820 using the BariatricPal App

Hello loves! I'm new to this! ???? My name is Kendra. I will be 25 on January 30th! I did a 6 month weight magament. I lost 25lbs. I got my surgery date for January 23rd! Happy early birthday to me! I'm having a hard time sticking to this pre-op 2 week liquid diet. 5 shakes a day. Every 3 hours. I started yesterday. My shakes are good. Its all mental. Cravings are kicking my butt bad! Any other January buddies? Here is my Instagram name as I will be posting all my progress there. Instagram: thats_keendra Sent from my LG-H918 using the BariatricPal App

What would everyone recommend as a good app (i have iphone) to keep accountable?

Just curious if your employer is able to see what type of surgery it is if you take short term disability ? I'm thinking with the HIPPA laws no but just want to be sure ! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I would like some recommendations. My surgery will be done December 28. Sent from my Z981 using the BariatricPal App

Has anyone had trouble qualifying with their insurance? Mine, Rocky Mountain Health states only,a "glandular issue can qualify you. I've had hypothyroidism since I was 34, now 57, and because I'm medicated for it, it's not considered a issue. I'm at a loss. I was just diagnosed with severe sleep apne, but they say that isn't considered a comorbidity. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Hello all. I go to my 3 1/2 hour meeting with general surgery on friday and was wondering if any of you can tell me what to expect. I was told after the meeting we will schedule a surgery date but I was wondering if there is any other meetings between this upcoming meeting and the surgery? Thank you! Sent from my LG-H631 using the BariatricPal App

Hi all, My insurance does not cover bariatric surgery and the price I was given in CT is $26,000. YIKES! This report shows in New Jersey being significantly lower. I'm willing to drive. Are there in sleevers in the NY, NJ, CT area who have gotten sleeved in the Tri-State for a (much) lower fee? Would love your recommendations. Thanks!

Well my bypass is set for tomorrow. Please convince me I'm doing the right thing. I'm so nervous. I know if I don't do this I will probably be dead in 5 years. At this point all I can think of are the negatives. Sent from my SM-G930P using the BariatricPal App

Met with surgeon today - got a date for January 30 !!! Nervous but excited Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Any other sleeve people out there who are/have gone through them? Wondering if they have you do 2 week pre-op diet. I've been approved for surgery, just waiting on them to get letter to move forward Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App

Hey guys I'm currently on the 2 day clear liquid diet, has anyone replaced Jello with Cranberry Sauce? Figured it was close to Jello and since we can drink Cranberry juice, thought maybe I can slide it in?? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Okay so I called the insurance company this morning you know out of curiosity and they told me that they haven't received my paper work yet... SO I was a little bummed and went to lunch and got a slice of Chicken and Broccoli pizza. Well when I returned my cell phone was ringing I looked at the number and thought hmmm I don't want to talk to a teller marketer but my little angel on my shoulder said answer the phone Mia : ) And guess what! Yelp it was the insurance company!!! They said that they have approved everything and I have until the 2/02/2017 to have the procedure done or I'll need to resubmit!!! Should I call the Dr. Office??? I will need to start my liquid …

I'm concerned about diet for myself. I am a very picky eater, no salad, fruit, oatmeal, greens etc... Not sure what I'm gonna do before and after my procedure. Suggestions? Sent from my Pixel XL using the BariatricPal App

My first appointment with the surgeon was great! I have to do a 90 day weight management & what's even more surprising is that he only wants me to lose 5lbs in 90 days!! My requirements list isn't that bad either. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Well, here I am on the countdown! I'm so ready to get this done and over with. Although, the pre-op diet isn't as bad as I thought it would be. Thank goodness! Ready to start this journey. Please keep me in your prayers. TIA... Gail Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G935A using the BariatricPal App

I am 9 days pre op and have a horrible Cold. Body aches coughing etc etc Is there anything I can do? I was told no Tylenol, Ibuprofen etc. any home Remedies that don't involve alcohol or sugar/ syrup Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I'm getting sleeved nov.1st 2016 Sent from my SM-G930T1 using the BariatricPal App

Very excited! Today is my first appointment meeting with my surgeon! Ready to start this journey! Sw: 278 Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Mannnn I'm trying not to think about it to much but every time my phone rings I get excited then nothing.... Everything was submitted 1/11 so I know I got a week or two, but I want my date now I'm a planner and I don't like last minute things. I guess I'll keep prepping so no matter what I'm ready ???? but still what was the turn around for other NJ BCBS members if any??? Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G928A using the BariatricPal App

Hi, Does anyone know how long it takes for your insurance to approve the procedure. ? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Good morning everyone- My wife and I have recently embarked on the VSG trek. We've both done our info sessions and initial consult with surgeon. Our first psych eval appointments are this week (specifically, hers yesterday, mine today). She came home from that appointment expressing concern regarding the impression she got from the psychologist. Due to some of the comments made and impression given, she fears that he may not give her the thumbs up on his assessment. My question-has anyone out there been in a similar situation where both parities of a couple were looking to do this together, but only one was approved for surgery? If so, what path did you each take?…

Hello!! I have been reading this forum for a week or so but this is my first post. I am scheduled for surgery on 8/17 and started my pre-op diet last Monday. I'm not finding it too difficult to follow, but I am absolutely exhausted all.the.time. Is anyone else experiencing that? Thank you for everyone who posts! I have found a lot of information and encouragement from reading the posts and responses. I can't wait to tell my story after the 17th!! Cheers! Kelly

These guys were great, they renovated the wing, it seemed like a nice hotel. Staff was awesome. Sent from my SM-G935V using the BariatricPal App

Got the glorious call this morning! I still have to do the h pylori breath test on February 3rd and then have a chest X-ray and an EKG! They submitted with 3 months of supervised diet visits with my PCP so they were able to fast track me. I've already done my 4th month visit though. I'm excited! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I still can't believe my surgery is today! 8:30am!!! I'm so nervous, anxious, and all of the above! Thank you all for sharing your stories which have really helped me. I'm ready for this new journey to begin!!!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Oh I'm so nervous and happy. Today I belive I get a weight in when I see the surgeon. Tomorrow my surgery day I'm all having thoughts that run through my head. . Am I that big do I really need this now? But there is one that sticks to me and that is why I'm still going through it. I hoping everything will be ok today and I get good news. Sent from my SM-N910T using the BariatricPal App