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I AM SO UPSET. I GOT A CALL THIS MORNING THAT MY SURGEON IS ILL AND HAS TO CANCEL HIS SURGERY SCHEDULE FOR TOMORROW! I CERTAINLY HOPE HE IS OK. BUT WHAT A LET DOWN! I AM WAITING TO HEAR WHEN I WILL BE RESCHEDULED. THE SCHEDULING COORDINATOR IS THINKING SOMETIME NEXT WEEK BUT HAS TO FIND OUT FROM THE DR. THANKFULLY HE REQUIRES NO PRE-OP DIET. I AM SOOOO DISSAPOINTED.:faint:

The first day of the rest of my life is Thursday! I am nervous and excited and at this point, just want the day to come and get the surgery over with. Any last minute words of advice? This site has been so helpful and I know that I will gain support and encouragement in the days, weeks, months to come!:clap2:

:help: I cannot for the life of me get my ticker from TickerFactory.com over to my file on this site!! Help?? :cry :faint:

I have been so excited about my surgery on May 24. Today I have begun to feel so scared. Not like backing out but like "oh my gosh, what am I in for." I have gotten Jello and boost and Instant breakfast. Am I forgetting anything? Any advise from you seasoned bandsters?:help:

:help: I am having trouble getting my time line from tickerfactory onto my blog. Anyone? I feel like a goofball. Maybe my 11 year old can help me!!

Thanks for the info and good luck with your surgery!:clap2:

How do I get a timeline for my "page"?:help:

I didn't see it!! But thats great! Thanks so much!

Hi all! My surgery is on May 24th. I'd love to be a part of the Calendar of Fame and be a part of this nice group of people who obviously care and support one another!:eek: :mad: :)

My surgery is on May 24. If possible, can you add me to the calendar? Thanks!!

I have my surgery on May 24 and my first post op visit is on June 4. He was booked until then. I will have 15 days. I guess if things are going well I can always call the NP and see if I should start mushies. You have younger kids than I. Mine are 11, 14 and almost 17. I am getting everything under control with my work so that I can take my time recovering and not stress about it. I am a real estate agent so luckily I make my own scedule to a certain extent. Its good to hear you did not feel hungry while on the liquids. I hope the same goes for me. Take care and I will keep in touch! 12 days until my big day!:clap2:

I had my last pre- op visit at University of Pennsylvania Hosp. and a nutrition seminar yesterday. Its very exciting to think that the next time I go, it will be surgery day. I dont have a pre op diet though. It is interesting how different Doctors do different things!

Thats great! 12 lbs already. How long were you on liquids? Not the full 10 to 14 days? It is starting to become very real now. When were you able to really get back to your life or are you still working on it? Let me know what worked well for the liquids. I need to start getting my supplies ready.

I have my surgery date of May 24th. Time is flying and before I know it, the first day of the rest of my life will be here!

I dont have Blue Cross of Illinois but my insurance sounds like they have similar guidlines. The trying diets part has to be documented by your doctor. Mine did anyway. He had to submit notes of the office visits that had weigh ins and showed that I had made a legitimate effort to lose. Mine was a six month period of time. Also check and see if they consider co-morbidities such as diabetes, high blood pressure and sleep apnea to put you into a qualifying catagory. I am having my surgery on 5/24. It sounds like you are blessed with good insurance and I feel very fortunate to have the coverage that will help me change my life. Good luck!

Hey chickatee! How are you doing post-op? Thinking about you! deb24...Surgury with Dr. Williams on 5/24

I know everyone is different but about how long before I will be able to drive over to my office and work a little? I am a realtor and can set my own pace but what are some of your experiences timing-wise?

Hi! My surgery date is on May 24! I am very excited and extremely nervous. Not about the procedure but about life after banding!

[Hi=cmacinga;460651]<p>Hello:</p> <p>I am new and I just received a call yesterday </p> <p>that my Lap-Band surgery is scheduled for </p> <p> May 29, 2007. </p> <p> </p> <p>Is anyone else having surgery </p> <p>around that date that I can chat with? </p> <p>I am having it done at St. Margaret Mercy Hospital</p> <p>in Dyer, Indiana with Dr. Cahall.</p> <p>Is that familar to anyone out there?</p> <p> </p> <p>Anyone already have surgery who is just a few days out? </p> <p> </p> <p>As for everyone else, </p> <p>what is the top 10 things </p> <p>that I need to know </p> <p>coming out of surgery?</p> <p>I am sooooo excited. A new life is about to begin.</p> <p> </p> <p>Carol</p>

My appt. with the nutritionist is on May11 and I also meet with the NP that day. I am getting very excited. I will be careful how much I look at the complications Thanks for the heads up on that!

Hi! Thanks for writing. My surgery is on May 24 with Dr. Williams! I am very comfortable with him. Good luck on the 3rd. Just a couple days to wait. deb24:)

I:rolleyes: am just curious if anyone is from my area. I live outside of Philadelphia.

Hi Ginger. I am a newcomer as well and will be right behind you with my surgery on May 24. I will watch for your updates and know that you are not alone! I am 41 and weigh 256. But not for long I hope! best of luck and you will do great! deb24

Hi everyone. I am a new kid on the block and I am so happy to find this site! My surgery date is May 24th. I just got my date last week. I am excited and nervous at the same time. I know that I am happy about my decision and look forward to joining all of you for support and to give support too!