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Well you make think I'm crazy...but after getting approved by UHC this morning, I still had an uneasy feeling about the doc's office. I started doing some more research and have changed surgeon's. I am now having the procedure done with Dr. Nick in Plano. This surgery is HUGE and I need to feel comfortable in every aspect. With the doctor, as well as, the staff. It felt very cattle-istic! I felt like I was just another patient #00000...if you know what I mean? Anyway, I start my 2 wk diet Monday!! Surgery is scheduled for March 14th, as long as there's no hic-ups through insurance.

Congrats!! Can't wait for my doc's office to call me back so I can get my surgery date. So excited for you!!

Sounds like a great visit...hope it goes quickly for you.

My prayer's are with you...let go and let God!

Thank you Jesus!! And thank you UHC!! I am wound-up like an eight-day clock!! Surgery has been scheduled for March 28th. Seems like forever from now....but YIPPY!!!

Hey guys, Was doing some research and ran across this article. Thought y'all may be interested as I've seen some posts asking about long-term results. VSG 5-year results for weight loss Can hardly wait for a surgery date!!

Hey guys, Was doing some research and ran across this article. Thought y'all may be interested as I've seen some posts asking about long-term results. VSG 5-year results for weight loss Can hardly wait for a surgery date!!

Did everything go well? I would be so scared to go to Mexico right now, with all the violence being reported. I totally understand about the money. I pray for safe travel to and from Mexico and for God's guidance for all involved.

So, why are there so many people going or have gone to Mexico? Just curious.

Congrats!!! I too can hardly wait for the news that I've been approved. I want it done yesterday!!

I pray all goes well for you tomorrow. A fresh start to a new you!

Thanks FeedYourEye! My husband is a smoker as well and has quit with me. I am very thankful that the Chantix has made it somewhat easier. I'm chomping at the bit waiting to hear back from UHC for approval...tic-toc-tic-toc.

Quit 3 days ago...Lord give me strength!!

I found that very interesting as well. I too am in Texas and am ALWAYS hot and sweaty! It just makes me a sore tailed cat! I hope surgery effects me like most of the above posts. Lol

Was just curious if anyone has UHC and is under a policy through AT&T?

So does this have the good kind of protein people were speaking of earlier? I want to try it if it does. It sounds great!!.

I sooo hate the after taste of the protein. Has anyone found ANY that have no funky after taste?? I did order a sample pack from Injury...it should be here Friday.

Ok...I've seen a lot of posts on how hard it is to get down even the smallest amount of Water, so can someone tell me how you can exercise and be able to drink the water to quench your thirst? I know that I consume a lot of water while exercising and during these hot Texas summers. I'm talking a regular bottle of water all at once! Anyone having issues with this?

Thanks! Just ordered me some samples from INJURY...gonna start now so maybe I can schedule my surgery sooner once we get the go ahead.

Cowtown (Fort Worth) in the house!! Pre-op and no surgery date yet, but hopefully soon!

Does the protein powder really have "NO" flavor? I'm really nervous about starting the liquid diet as I CAN NOT stand protein powder like you can get put into your smoothies! Yuck!!!

I'm still waiting on insurance approval, but was told by my doc's office that my husband's plan doesn't require a program plan so I think I will have the surgery sooner than later. That being said, I started back smoking 6 months ago after being quit for 4 yrs due to an unfortunate situation (what an idiot). I quit on Chantix the last time but am having a VERY difficult time putting them down this time. My doc says they test for nicotinetoo prior to surgery and may not do it if there is nicotine in my system. Have 2 cigs left and I am not buying anymore after they're gone!! I just have to get my mind set and DO IT!!! Not only for my health, but so I can be able to be more active with my 6 yr old.

I've never been a big sweets or soda person. My down fall is southern fried foods, as well as, convenient foods and my taste buds NEVER being satisfied. I'm really scared about the pre-op diet...liquids for two weeks. That's gonna be really tuff!!

I am pre-op still...reading this thread is very discerning to me. I have always had a discipline problem with food. After all, this is why I am at the weight I am. I have always started out well on previous attempts to lose weight but then fall by the wayside and gain it all back and them some. I can't imagine going through this surgery and gaining the weight back!! I am soooo tired of being FAT! I DO NOT want to have to use my stupid C-PAP for sleeping. I am sick of always being tired, joints aching and being hardly able to wipe my #$%! But I am so scared that I will not be strong enough!!

Hi Everyone, I went to my first consult this past Wednesday and have been reading a bunch of y'all's post, but still have questions and concerns. First, do you get enough Protein post-op to retain muscle? Secondly, in the first few weeks, is there a lot of nausa and/or vomiting? Thirdly, do you have poopy problems as well, constipation and/or the opposite? Very nervous about if it helps take the hunger or not ever being satisfied feelings away. It's like my taste buds are NEVER satisfied and I can eat and eat and eat!I'm ready to look like a lady again, and not the "Michelin Man." Also, I'm worried about looking 20 yrs older when the weight comes off. I bet there's a whole lot of wrinkle under all this extra weight!