Hello NewMe2Bee,
The old saying, "patience is a virtue," applies here. I started the ball rolling for the VSG at Kaiser Fontana last November, finished the 12 week Options class on May 24, 2010, and am scheduled for the surgery through Pacific Bariatrics on September 27, 2010. It's been a long wait, but well worth it. Please don't despair; there are huge numbers of people waiting for this surgery, and the more time you have to wait leaves you more time to research your options and make sure this is what you want and truly need.
As you've probably read, there are so many people who go in for this surgery totally unprepared for what to expect. But remember, any bariatric surgery is a TOOL -- not a solution -- for our weight loss. It is up to us to follow the instructions we have been given in order for us to be successful.
As an aside, Kaiser is expanding their bariatric program. People can have Kaiser surgeons perform their WLS at St. Bernadine's (in San Bernardino) and, when the Kaiser Fontana reopens with its new facility in 2013, WLS will be provided there. :001_tongue:
You will get your call from Pacific Bariatrics within the time indicated, and they will follow up with you every step of the way. Hang in there!!