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Hubby and I did lots of research looking for a doc that has a good reputation, a good surgen and at a reasonable cost as we were self pay. We found Dr. Dirk Rodriguez in Dallas Texas. Absolutely loved him and his office staff. Would use him again.

Surgery went great!!! Still having some stomach spasms but feel pretty good over all. Haven't been able to get in all the fluids or Protein. But that will come in time. The best part both of us have already lost 10 lbs since our weigh in on Thursday morning. Love being on the losers bench!! And Sandy you will be there with us soon!!!!

Surgery went great!!! Still having some stomach spasms but feel pretty good over all. Haven't been able to get in all the fluids or Protein. But that will come in time. The best part both of us have already lost 10 lbs since our weigh in on Thursday morning. Love being on the losers bench!! And Sandy you will be there with us soon!!!!

I guess I'm the first surgery of the year!!!!! Wonder if I get lots of gifts like the first baby gets!!!!!! Lol
Mine is this Thursday Jan 2nd.

I guess I'm the first surgery of the year!!!!! Wonder if I get lots of gifts like the first baby gets!!!!!! Lol
Mine is this Thursday Jan 2nd.

Hi guys. I am a little better now. My surgery was about 1hour or so. Now I am feeling a little discomfort. I took a walk which made me feel better. Just tired now

I had my surgery on the 26th. Knock on wood I have had absolutely no pain. I have had no pain meds since leaving the hospital. I do struggle getting all the Water in - but that seems to be improving. Started drinking Protein Shakes today...and spending at least 30 minutes walking daily since Saturday. My biggest fear was leaving the hospital. I had to travel 4+ hours for my surgery and the weather has been anything but cooperative. Good luck on your journey - I have no regrets!!!

Happy New Year's to you, and congratulations on your surgery!! I can't think of a better way to start out next year

Can't believe our surgery is in 4 days!!! Thursday is going to be here before I know it! Time went so slow for so long---now time is flying by. I have so much to do this week. At least we will have New Year's Day to get some stuff done.
Hope we have everything we need.

Can't believe our surgery is in 4 days!!! Thursday is going to be here before I know it! Time went so slow for so long---now time is flying by. I have so much to do this week. At least we will have New Year's Day to get some stuff done.
Hope we have everything we need.

I am excited too! Got the prilosec and compression socks already...need to stock up on gas-x, buy a new heating pad, and get some more pillows.
I've had gallbladder and lap band surgery so I feel like I am ready for this! I'm a bit nervous about flying after surgery but that's what the compression socks are for.
I'm a little worried that I only have a week off of work but I can't complain - I will probably take half days. I don't work a terribly strenuous job except when I have to teach (then its 2.5 hours of being "on the ball" and on my feet!).
I'd really like to stay in step with all of us getting sleeved in January. I'm going to need the support. I'm here for anyone - PM me if you want my skype name or anything.
I just started a blog to be able to get all of these spinning thoughts out of my mind and out there somewhere.
I'm psyched for this, 2014 is going to be OUR year!

I'm scheduled 2 days later. 1/2. So excited!!!

You're taking control of your health..nothing to be ashamed of..

My sister had her sleeve done in March and didn't tell anyone except her son and our parents. I was so hurt that she kept it a secret. I really do not understand not telling it. My husband and I are going to be speeded in January. I won't keep it a secret. I am proud that I am doing something for myself.

We all fear the things we don't know about. And being in an operating Tom is something many people really do not know much about. I am a RN mad been in the operating room day after day. That fear isn't there for me. Others are tho. Put your self in Gods hands and all will be well. He has given our doctors the abilities and knowledge to do this door us. You will be fine!!!! And thin very soon!!!

This is extremely normal thoughts to have beforehand. We are human and this is one of the common emotions we have.
1) Trust the research you've done to get to this point.
2) Trust your choice of surgeon.
3) Remember why you you nade gge decision to go down this path.
4) Dream of what you can become.
5) This will also help you kids and spouse learn what is bad and good to ear. Making your family much healthier in the long run.
I had these same thoughts; I even went as far as writing my wife and kids a note just in case. I stopped being nervous once I woke up from the anestsia.
I'm 19 days out and I so happy I made this decision. I'm angry that I waited so long.
Good Luck!!

I would say this is probably due to the Hernia repair. I had a pain in my chest for a few months. It'll subside. However, it if does become bothersome, do call your doctor hun!
Oh also, be sure to sip slowly (not gulp) and to take itty bitty bites once you do begin to eat. it'll help.

Any oct 7th sleevers! I start my 2 week pre op diet the 23rd of this month. Def ready

Busy surgery day!! Good luck all. It's the day we are all waiting for or have waited for!!

Busy surgery day!! Good luck all. It's the day we are all waiting for or have waited for!!

Hey guys my surgery date is Nov 19th

My husband and I can't have ours until mid January. We are self pay and have to come up with all the money ourselves. I am so excited y'all are getting yours so soon!!!!

Yeah!! I can't wait to do that!!