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When did you have surgery? Hope the pain subsides for you soon!! Take care

That is so awesome! Congrats for all your hard work and efforts The word Onederland makes me smile and I cannot wait to be there. You are an inspiration!!

Maybe get updated blood work to check your levels and such. Sorry to hear you have had to endure two major surgeries. I hope you feel better soon!

I had surgery 7:30 am on Thursday the 15th and I came home yesterday. I feel great and am very happy with how things are going so far. I feel blessed!! I cannot wait to see what the future brings. I believe it can only be great!!

http://bariware.com/ Anyone use this dish after surgery. Like the concept for back to work but wonder if its really easy to use or frustrating. Thanks!

I am so sorry to hear that things keep popping up that slow down the process. I remember in January thinking it would be forever away but its finally here. Tomorrow is my surgery. How long has it been for you since you made the first call for an appointment? Try not to get too discouraged. I was supposed to be in July but my insurance didn't like one of my monthly supervised diet notes so it held things up a little. I thought it was the end of the world at that time but I do believe everything happens for a reason and I think now, this time is better. All doctors are different. I did not even need a sleep test and my liquid diet was only 3 days prior to surgery. I do believe this will all work out to benefit you. Its okay to vent! Thats why we are here. Take care!

I need to pick up protein shakes as well however my dr only has us use it for 2 weeks after surgery and that is only if we can tolerate it. He said its better to stay hydrated the first couple of weeks than to try to tolerate something and get sick. If you want the names of the ones my surgeon suggested let me know

Good luck to you!!

I am having my surgery tomorrow too YEAH!! I have a buddy!! I have been on a liquid diet since Sunday afternoon. Not too bad but surely cleans you out. LOL!! My surgery is scheduled for 7:30 am and they are calling today with a time to arrive. Its very exciting, scary, happy and nervous all at the same time. GOOD LUCK!!

I wish I had info for you but I have the same questions. My surgery is this Thursday the 15th.. GOOD LUCK TO YOU!!!

How many of you had to use lovenox after surgery. Mine just arrived in the mail to use after surgery and I am worrying about having to give myself shots. I cannot believe Thursday is my day ) Feeling nervous...

YEAH!! So glad you are doing well. I remember how bad gas pain was when I had my gall bladder out. Walking does help, it just took time. Congrats to you!! I will be in your shoes on Thursday

I am having RNY on Thursday. My surgeon does not do the band any longer so it was not an option. He does the sleeve and RNy but recommended RNY for me. I went with his recommendation. Good luck with whatever option you choose that best suites your goals. Take care!

Positive thoughts being sent your way!! Congrats and good luck!!

After you had RNY when did you start to notice you were losing weight? When did others start to notice and compliment? I cannot envision a timeline of how fast the weight will come off. I am so excited for this journey to begin. Thanks!

Great questions!! Cannot wait to see the answers as I hadn't thought about some of these things. Thanks!

You are an inspiration! Way to go. Can I ask about your exercise regime? I have surgery the 15th (Thursday). I am worried I will be lost in knowing what to do when it comes to the gym. I know I can walk and such but did you do anything specific?

YEAH!! I do know people who had similar guidelines with insurance and it was a a rather quick and easy process. I am so happy for you. I remember being so nervous when mine went out for approval hoping and praying everything was right You will do just fine. Good luck!

I have BCBS of NY. I had to do 6 months of supervised nutritional weigh in appointments at once a month. I also had to meet certain BMI requirements. Once I had the 6 months is with all the other appointments they approved me quickly. Where are you in the process? Good luck!

Sorry to hear your friends are not as supportive as one would hope. Remember you are doing this for you and nobody else. YEAH for you for making yourself a priority. I am having my surgery in 4 days. In regards to Vitamins by surgeon recommended the following. My surgeon gives me the following options for Multivitamin. They are all chewable. He said they need to have 18 mg of Iron and 400 mcg folic acid per pill. No gummies! Centrum Kids Complete (NOT silver label) Flinstones complete Equate (Walmart) Childrens Multi complete. I also have to take 500 mcg of Vitamin b12 which can be can be pill form of chewable or liquid or dissolved and Calcium caltrate, which is usually pill form but can be dissolved in liquid. In regards I can look to see the brands however he only has his patients on them for 2 weeks post op. My pre op diet is simply liquid with no Protein shakes for 3 days prior to surgery. Every surgeon is different and I am sure yours will give you direction in the upcoming days GOOD LUCK!

I started my liquid diet today and surgery is in for days... THURSDAY!! I am trying to get everything I can done that I can around the house and for my kids Monday and Tuesday so Wednesday I can pack my bag and head out. The hospital I am having my surgery in is almost 3 hrs away and I am scheduled first thing in the morning Thursday so I am staying at a hotel close to the hospital Wednesday night. Any words of wisdom or advice is greatly appreciated. I cannot believe its finally going to happen. So excited to begin this journey )

My surgeon gives me the following options for multivitamin. They are all chewable. He said they need to have 18 mg of Iron and 400 mcg folic acid per pill. No gummies! Centrum Kids Complete (NOT silver label) Flinstones complete Equate (Walmart) Childrens Multi complete. I also have to take 500 mcg of Vitamin b12 which can be can be pill form of chewable and calcium caltrate, which is usually pill form but can be dissolved in liquid. I know all doctors are a little different but I hope this helps

Upstate NY

Dr office sent initial letter of request on July 26th to insurance. On July 31st they sent all the required documentation and such and I got my approval TODAY!! YEAH!! That was the last piece that was needed. I am scheduled for surgery on August 15th in the early morning. I was so happy when I got the call, I actually cried!! Cannot wait

Good luck! We will wait together