christy38

Hey I'm wondering how anyone feels about losing so much stomach. What if someday SOON doctors come out with another surgery and its much better then VSG where they won't have to remove 85 % of your stomach? I'm scared of feeling like OMG I could've waited , why didn't they say something about it? Why ? Why? Why? I'm just wondering because medicine is always advancing and coming. Out with new things and I wouldn't want to regret MY VSG . Thanks

Hi does anyone know if doctor marc bessler accepts Medicaid with Metroplus?

I just finished all my pre op tests and I'm feeling the same way. I'm scared out of my whits! I was fine during the process now I'm like.. OMG it's almost time! I'm doubting , I'm worried what can happen while I'm under the anesthesia , worried what can happen after surgery. I started out trusting my surgeon now I'm like worried about if she's a good surgeon , if everything will be Alright. I'm terrified of surgery but I'm also terrified if what can happen and how my life will be if I don't get this surgery.

Thank you!!! I won't lie! I'm terrified of the unknown. I thank you so much for your thoughts & honesty! Best of luck to all!! I hope I can make the right decision.

What should I take to the hospital the day of surgery? Anyone know?

Any from montifiore?

Yes. The Bronx. I've been seeing dr choi I love the hospital. Just wanted to know if anyone was having or has their surgery there and how it went with them..

So I had an abdominal ultra sound today and they found a gallstone. Will this slow my whole process of getting WLS ?

So scared of changes (ever if there good ones) . Scared of changing who I am. Am I the only one that thinks like this? I'm so used to being big that I'm scared of finally getting to meet the REAL me!

Amen!

Hey! Welcome to VST and also Montifiore hospital! I attended the seminar on oct 26 and my first appointment with Dr. Choi was December 20th. the seminar was nice and quick! But a lot of Important info given. Everyone's favorite doctor seems to be Dr. Choi and also Dr. Camacho. I was a bit scared when I went to the first appointment with dr. Choi but I guess it's just the whole surgery thing has me worried , I mean every surgery should be taken serious but being that I've never had surgery for any reason makes me terrified! Lol but this forum has really made me feel much more comfortable with my decision. My doc advised me on maybe thinking about RNY due to my reflux but RNY just has too many malabsorption issues. To tell you the truth on still confused and scared of coming to a decision on which surgery to have because deep down I'm worried about getting rid of 85% of my stomach but I guess running around with 320 pounds should be more intimidating! ugh! Decisions ! Decisions! May god be with all of us! I have my foray weight management appointment January 30th so wish me luck and I wish u the same! Let me know how it goes!!!

I know that's right.. I need motivation...its so hard when not everyone around me is supportive .having a great support system can go along way

Hey I'm wondering how anyone feels about losing so much stomach. What if someday SOON doctors come out with another surgery and its much better then VSG where they won't have to remove 85 % of your stomach? I'm scared of feeling like OMG I could've waited , why didn't they say something about it? Why ? Why? Why? I'm just wondering because medicine is always advancing and coming. Out with new things and I wouldn't want to regret MY VSG . Thanks

Hi I just need lots of encouragement and wanted to know if anyone that has had VSG surgery has any before and after pics! Thanks

Thanks so much for your prompt response and congrats on getting approved so fast! I really wish you the best on this journey and hoping for the best outcome with mines. I really do want VSG I'm just not comfortable with my intestines being moved around. My dad passed away from colon cancer and I don't know what the future may bring hopefully god willing ill be ok but I also worry about having so much stomach removed but like you said I have to do my research. I've been researching for the past 4 years as well. Went to Lenox seminar 2 times and now montifiore. It's hard decision but something's gotta give! Thanks a again...

Check this out, its been discussed before
http://www.verticalsleevetalk.com/topic/4639-vsg-and-gastric-cancer/

1- I am never going to miss not being able to bend down while wearing jeans.. Jesus it's so painful.
2-besides getting healthy which is the most important thing outta all of this.. It would be great to finally have a normal looking butt! Lol sorry but its so true!!! I have like 3 right now! Lol
There so much more I won't miss! Not fitting in nice jeans , not spending all day in the mall trying to buy clothes and coming out with 1 blouse and 1 pair of jeans! Won't miss losing my breath while feeling stuck in a booth at the restaurant , won't miss people looking at me like I'm not a normal person, won't miss my thighs! That have me a prisoner in my own body! Everything I wear has to be approved by my thighs!!!! Jesus! I'm crying while I type this! Because I've been so worried about the out come of this surgery and if its right for me but after writing about everything I wouldn't miss... Who wouldn't have surgery!!! It's. life changing experience ! I will finally out of this prison!!! God please help and make sure everything comes out perfect!!! Sorry if I got sentimental but it's been a longtime dealing with this and I think it's now time to stop suffering and have a new and greater and healthier life!!!
Can't wait to wear heels!!! Without having to take them off 10 minutes after putting them on!!!

It's here it's here!!! Today is surgery day. Please please say a prayer for me and I'll see you on the other side...
Good luck to all my other Dec 5th'ers!

1- I am never going to miss not being able to bend down while wearing jeans.. Jesus it's so painful.
2-besides getting healthy which is the most important thing outta all of this.. It would be great to finally have a normal looking butt! Lol sorry but its so true!!! I have like 3 right now! Lol
There so much more I won't miss! Not fitting in nice jeans , not spending all day in the mall trying to buy clothes and coming out with 1 blouse and 1 pair of jeans! Won't miss losing my breath while feeling stuck in a booth at the restaurant , won't miss people looking at me like I'm not a normal person, won't miss my thighs! That have me a prisoner in my own body! Everything I wear has to be approved by my thighs!!!! Jesus! I'm crying while I type this! Because I've been so worried about the out come of this surgery and if its right for me but after writing about everything I wouldn't miss... Who wouldn't have surgery!!! It's. life changing experience ! I will finally out of this prison!!! God please help and make sure everything comes out perfect!!! Sorry if I got sentimental but it's been a longtime dealing with this and I think it's now time to stop suffering and have a new and greater and healthier life!!!
Can't wait to wear heels!!! Without having to take them off 10 minutes after putting them on!!!

I can dig it. I put the "ass" in mASSive!
Amanda Rae

Im looking forward to getting on the floor to play with my grandbabies and not dreading trying to get back up. Making sure the restaurant has tables cause I feel like a stuffed sausage sitting in a booth. Not hiding in my house and getting out and feeling alive again. Not missing the marks my jeans leave around my middle. Being able to like my treadmill instead of dreading it. Most of all not wearing BLACK!!!