PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A

I will finish my 6 months of requirements at the end February how long will it take to get approved by the insurance company ? I am hoping for March or April sergury date. Sent from my SM-J700T using the BariatricPal App

There are a lot of questions and things that people need to talk to their surgeon about because the answers are individual to each situation and surgeon. I started a list but I know there have been more things that I've thought about before I started the list! Please help me remember, my appointment is tomorrow and surgery is 12/19! Current medications/supplements When can I start working out (lifting weights, riding bicycle, yoga, etc) Thanks!

Today is day 1 of my pre op diet can I have decaf coffee? Sent from my SM-N920P using the BariatricPal App

This is for the pros...How long after your surgery did you feel the ability to go ahead and be up and driving again and working a clerical job (paperwork kinda job)? Thanks in advance! Bariatric Barbie Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Just got my date for surgery yesterday. NOV 11!! Start 4-5 Protein drinks on Sunday and am allowed to eat 300 calories a day in addition. Preop on 1 Nov. Wish me luck! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Some tips for before surgery: 1. Ask your team to send you meal plans for each stage, before your surgery. You can ask here but you should really follow the plan that your team has for you. How can you plan to have things in if you don't know what you are supposed to be having? 2. If you dont have a NUT or support from a bariatric/medical team, Google can be your friend. Before surgery I read dozens of food plans on websites for after surgery, from lots of different bariatric surgeons/NUT's. I know some can be different but if on twelve websites they say soft scrambled eggs are okay for the pureed/soft stage, then its probably right. You need to know what you are…

Well after my last surgeon appt 11-8, I was pretty sure I would get denied. Reason being- I did not have "documented" 6 months worth of non surgical weight reduction attempts. My insurance requires it within 2 years of surgery. I did do weight watchers, but off my sisters plan/books. I never officially joined. Long story short, the insurance coordinator was going to try and submit. Well, she called and said they did ask for additional info, but not about my weight loss attempts. Soooooooo, no immediate denial, but just a waiting game now. She said December lots of people are trying to get stuff approved before the new year. Hopefully this goes through, otherwise I wait un…

Trying not to fret. I start the two week diet tomorrow (low-carb, then right before liquids). I am 46 with a BMI of 41, no other health conditions other than arthritis in my knees. I've had surgery before for my knee twice and a shattered finger with no issues; other than nausea once. My Dad had bad RK eye surgery years ago and literally can not drive at night-which has wrecked his social life. He says, what if you end up with something horribly wrong... He keeps quoting a false 7% risk of long-term serious effects. I get he is worried, I had to hear him talk a lot about his fears for knee replacement surgery and him thinking he was having a stroke when he was just dizz…

Just started my week pre op diet (surgery 12/12).... If im still weaning off poo can i have it or no? TIA Sent from my VS995 using the BariatricPal App

I survived the two week liquid diet and lost 20lbs.. My surgery is this morning. I have to be there at 5:30am and surgery is at 7:30am...his first of the day. I am so thankful that I found these forums a short time ago. I actually feel prepared. I'm not worried, just excited. God has got me in the palms of His hands. I'm just going to enjoy my nap and deal with everything else as it comes. I'll check back in when I can. For those of you at the beginning of your journey...hang in there. Your time is coming!! I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. Philippians 4:13

I've been reading posts for months, and as I near the end of my insurance dance....it's getting real. So, I thought I should put myself out there. Not easy for me. I'm hoping for surgery late January, early February. One of my goals is to share as much as possible, so that maybe someone else will find answers to their questions. Just reading posts from others has helped me...I'm hoping to return the favor Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hey guys! So happy to have a community to come to for support and help with questions! I am in the beginning of my journey, hoping to have a Surgery date for March/April 2017. I've been going to my Nutrionist visits and I have the education class first week of January & I will also find out my surgery date. Was just wondering if there's anyone on here from NY?! I just want to send positive vibes to anyone that comes across :-) Any advice that can be given to a newbie like myself would be greatly appreciated!!! Stay strong Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I don't have any support and was wondering, after surgery, does a person need to be stocked up on soft foods, Vitamins? Would a person be mobile enough to go to the store to purchase these items by themselves? I would appreciate any feedback, thank you Sent from my SM-J700T using the BariatricPal App

I had my first appointment yesterday with my surgeon. Dr. Iqbal in Vineland, NJ. He's a very wonderful guy. Per my insurance I need to have 3 nutrition appointments, 3 support group meetings, a psych eval, blood work, and a letter from my doctor. I can only have one nutrition and support meeting a month so this will take at least 3 months. I'm so nervous but so ready for this to be here. I've already scheduled everything and I'm getting blood work done asap. I also have to have a sleep study done on 11/22. Any others in NJ starting out? Let's be each other's support. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hi Everyone! I have a question about insurance. My Insurance covers weight loss surgery. I just had twins in June and I've hit all my out of pockets, so I figured this would be the best time to have surgery. My insurance requires 3 diet consults with a dietician. Well I didn't lose any weight during this time. I met wth the psychologist for the evaluation and she said that I would be a great candidate. So I'm worried I won't be able to have surgery bc I didn't lose the weight.... anyone else's gone through anything similar? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Curious to know how long everyone was in the hospital for? I keep getting told it will be one overnight Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Can they deny me? Apart of my problem is that I YO-YO ....I can gain and drop pretty easy but when I drop I gain double. Not good for the heart. Anywaysssss....will insurance all of a sudden say "no" if it comes back my BMI was too low? And by that point I will have already had the surgery Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I start my liquid diet dec 5 and surgery on dec 12th. I hope I don't get too grumpy on the liquid diet. Lol. Any advice or input on your journey? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hi Everyone!! Where are all the March bandsters at?!! I was just approved last week and have a surgery date of March 16th. Looks like I'll be starting a two week pre-op liquid diet (Optifast) on March 2nd which I'm not looking forward to!! Anyone else scheduled for March? Do you have a pre-op diet to follow? Good Luck to everyone!!

Tomorrow I start my Pre-surgery weight loss regiment. This means 2 Protein shakes and a sensible protein rich meal for dinner. Very little to no carbs. I'm officially quitting Coca cola tomorrow and quitting smoking. I must me nuts. I did get the unflavored Protein powder to maybe have some Soup in there instead of just shakes. I see my surgeon January 13th to see where I'm at and probably schedule the surgery. Removing Coca cola alone will probably help me lose some, but he wants me to lose 25-50 in a month and a half. I think I can do the 25. I also have to have an upper Gi x ray and full blood test... Do I have to drink the nasty stuff for that x ray? Most of the blood…

Scheduled a date for surgery today. Its Jan. 25!! Sent from my LGMS330 using the BariatricPal App

I'm starting to think about what to buy for the post-op liquid diet. I'm trying to plan for at least the first week when I might not want to goto the store. Curious what others are buying ahead of time. My plans are: chicken broth Protein powder sf Jello sf popsicles crystal light yogurt preimer Protein shakes Anything else? Any blender recipes to try?

Hi everyone! So my insurance has approved me for the surgery and on my Authorization form it says my expected day should be Jan. 16th. Unfortunately, I don't go and do the sleep study until Feb. 16th. Is there anyway around the sleep study? Lol... I'm so ready to get on to a healthier lifestyle. I'm super excited about my approval just waiting around for the sleep study is the hard part that takes a lot of patience Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Anybody have diarrhea with the pre-op diet? I'm not sure if it's from Protein shakes or what. Does it even out? Sent from my HTC Desire 626s using the BariatricPal App

Anyone else on two week liquid diet or any liquid diet.i started today surgery December 13th.so ready ???? Sent from my Z981 using the BariatricPal App

I am finally approved. Does anyone use a specific scale that they find helpful? I begin my pre-op diet today. I am so excited. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Hi everyone, I am a newbie and am still in the indecisive mode of getting a sleeve. Obviously it is a big decision as it is irreversible and just going through abit of fear of the unknown. My question is how did everyone cope after the surgery socially. I know it will be different- obviously eating a whole lot less... but family events, gatherings, going out for dinner and occasions seem daunting. How do you go with eating at these functions? If someone could shed some light on their experiences about eating with friends and family afterwards and how this was for them that would be great... Thanks in advance Carly Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal A…

Hi everyone! I have my endoscopy on Thursday! Woo hoo! My doctor stated to stop taking ibuprofen, aspirin, and plavix five days prior to the procedure. I got hurt at work this week and they prescribed me naproxen, which is also an NSAID. I took a dose today before I realized what was up. Did anyone have an issue like this leading up to their endoscopy or their procedure at all? I will call the surgeon's office on Monday morning, but I just wanted to get some opinions here, too, if possible. Thanks!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

its the weekend so my surgeons office wont be open til monday for me to ask but i just started my pre op diet today and it just occurred to me i dont know if im supposed to be taking my vitamins during preop, my plan says nothing about it does anyone know if its ok?

Hey everyone. Got my date of December 19th and start my pre op diet Monday and looking for an inexpensive, taste good Protein drink preferably in a powdered form. Sent from my VS986 using the BariatricPal App

I'm having a hard time convincing myself that cheating is not an option. I recently moved and lost the list of appropriate liquids for my diet so I've been drinking Protein shakes, broth, and Water. I emailed my nutritionist but won't get a reply till Monday. So I'm totally just continuing these 3 items since they're the Only ones I remember being able to have. When will my stomach stop growling in public? It's super embarrassing! :-( Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

For years I have had a post nasal drip when I lay down at night which causes me to cough up mucus in the middle of the night and first thing in the morning. I have tried many different things and I can not get rid of it. I'm probably being paranoid and thinking way ahead, but I'm worried about having to cough after I have surgery and having complications. Has anyone else had any similar issue? Sent from my SM-N920T using the BariatricPal App

Hello, I am scheduled for my surgery on Dec 27th. I have completed all my dr appts that the insurance wanted, so hopefully it will be approved. I am so excited for this surgery. I feel like I am being giving a new life. However I am worried about what to replace the food with. Does anyone care to share the things they did to replace the food? Thanks All!

Hi There, So I was hoping anyone might have some tips about surviving the pre-op diet. I know surgeons have different recommendations, but mine is had me do 1 week of zero carbs, which I just finished, and now clear sugar-free liquids only for 4 days. I struggled with no carbs in the beginning, but now I'm wishing I had the Protein back, haha. Emotionally, I am handling the restrictions a bit better, but now that I've shifted to almost no calories, I'm feeling a lot of physical symptoms. My stomach is aching with hunger, and I am also dealing with headaches and low energy. Is anyone else going through similar things? Any advice from people who've made it through? My sur…

I am Scheduled for surgery on December 12 and have been on the pre op diet for two days now. Im just curious to know what everyones pre op diet was? My doctor gave me a list that said 3 protein shakes a day, ans then all of the fruit juice i can drink as long as no sugar added, all the broth i want, sugar free applesauce, pudding, and jello, and low fat cottage cheese and greek yogurt. I just want to know if that sounds like a normal pre op diet to anyone because i thought it would be just liquids and no fruitjuice. thank you

Anybody here feel anger waiting for surgery? Sent from my SM-G930V using the BariatricPal App

I know there are many preferences out there, but I would like some opinions on the LEAST FLAVORED Protein supplements. Im looking for zero taste or easily covered up. I have read many posts and have some ideas, but I would like to get some specific comparisons between the unflavored powders, liquids etc. I go on my pre-op diet December 2nd and finally need to buy my "shakes". Thanks in advance! Sent from my SM-J700P using the BariatricPal App

Day 4. My liquid diet isn't any fun but it's easy. No fussing over what to eat and I've faithfully stuck to the plan. 3.8 pounds lost the first day and I can't lose one stinking more pound and it's driving me nuts! This is the point when diets fail me. I pray I do enough to have surgery next week. I'm so afraid my liver won't shrink enough!! Self hate is bad, I know this. I can't help but feel like I'm failing before I start. Total disappointment to step on the scale and see the same number over and over again. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Last night I arrived in TJ feeling quite scared and nervous! After a good talk with my facilitator here, I feel ready! I trust doctor Pompa totally- lets do this!! Haha Send me some prayers/good vibes/happy thoughts please! See you on the losers bench!

My surgery is scheduled for Dec 27th, I've completed everything for approval, now I'm just nervous and waiting. Some people have given tips to avoid discomfort after surgery: gas-x, children's sippy cups to avoid gulping, and baby spoons for eating. I was wondering if anyone had any other tips? I'm 29 years old, 5'2" and have about 100-110lbs to lose. Sent from my SM-G930V using the BariatricPal App

organization Daily complex restrictive condition, which makes up 300mg of every case. That equation contains wheat germ powder, horsetail powder, coleus forskohlii remove, Caralluma powder, garcinia cambogia, and Beard Czar green espresso bean clear. That is an odd mix of fixings: really, those fixings make unbelievable Beard Czar organization appear, from every point, to be more similar to an eating

For all my Decembers fellas and fellows! I decided to put together a Facebook page for December dates! If your liking to join and it a private group just look up Decembers The simplest group title! Let's conquer this month and start the new year finally the right way!!!!! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

How long did it take to get results? I know places vary but I'm impatient! So ready for my date Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Am I the only one getting surgery in the U.S.? I keep seeing Mexico

So I have been researching Bariatric surgery for MONTHS (September to be exact) and then I decided to attend a seminar. None of this at the recommendation of my PCP. Fun fact about me, I highly research EVERYTHING. I was mainly interested in this as all other measures have failed the past 8 years and I was tired of being tired, lazy, hurting all over, constant headaches and worthless pretty much. It is plain and simple how I felt. After I went to the seminar, I realized I had met all the requirements. I just needed to get it together and get it to the surgeon. I did and then the next few weeks were a blur. Received an email from the nurse yesterday saying we would …

Super excited, have to be at the hospital at 9:45 and surgery is at 11:45! Nervous but excited for this new life! Sent from my LG-D852 using the BariatricPal App

I am going to have my surgery in 14 days and I am 74. Looking forward to the surgery. Sent from my LGMS631 using the BariatricPal App

I'm trying to figure out how to apply for short term disability for after my surgery. J work for a small company no HR department.. I live in ny.. does anyone know how I can get this done. I'm so confused thanks in advance:) Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Last week I finally scheduled my procedure for December 15th. This week my husband and I have started talking divorce. I'm not sure if I can handle both major life changes at the same time. Some times life really sucks!

Hoping you all can help as I've tried calling the insurance company, my primary care and bariatric surgeon's office and haven't really gotten a clear answer. Just some background.... I started my 3 month supervised diet on 10/31/2016. I weighed in at 255/6 (39.5 BMI). The nurses aid told me to not worry too much about the BMI (try not to gain too much or lose too much). They scheduled a sleep study to test for sleep apnea but I havent received the results back yet. I visited my primary care and she wrote a letter of approval and stated that I have a BMI of 39.21 (for some reason my height in her office is higher than the bariatric surgeon ). Im currently in Month 2 of…