sarah.gibson

And we will keep on helping as long as you stay around!!

Expect little 1-3lb fluctuations on a daily basis. You can't physically consume enough calories right now to gain 2lbs, so it is just Water weight.
Yes, that is too many grams of sugar for a Protein drink. You need to find something in the single digits, 5 or less grams of sugar is best.
Also, if at all possible, give up the restaurant Soups. They are full of salt (which may make you retain excess water), and just a bad habit to get into after surgery. Ideally, make as much of your own food as possible so you can control what goes in it.

you see, told you it was nothing to worry about.

Testing all done! Said I'm all cleared for surgery! No pre op diet...just can't go on a last minute splurge..lol. Have to keep a drain in for 7-10 days post op...bummer final meeting with surgeon this Friday.

Last of my insurance requirements...done! Today I had my psych eval and it went great. I filled out the normal new patient paperwork while waiting. The appointment ran a little long, as we both discovered that we had something in common...mother's to 28 weeker preemies. Anywho, just all the basic questions. Making sure I have good support from family and friends (I told them yes, PLUS the great support on Bariatric PAL!), that I don't make rash decisions, etc.. All is good, she is faxing her letter over to my dr this afternoon.
Here is my timeline (for BCBS Anthem):
January 27th, 2014: First appt with surgeon.
February 5th, 2014: Nutritionist Appt (telephone)
February 7th, 2014: Pulmonary Clearance Appt
February 11th, 2014: Cardiac Clearance Appt
February 23rd, 2014: Physical Trainer Appt
February 25th, 2014: Psych Eval
I am all set for a last week of March surgery. Should know later this week for sure. BCBS is apparently very fast with their approvals.

Lowell

Very excited to say that I've been in contact with Bariatric Specialists of North Carolina and am very excited about what possibly lies ahead!

I called Anthem BCBS asked them what was required per plan, a week ago, got on my surgeons consult for the 4th with psych and nut set for the 5th. The ladies in the office think I'll be scheduled for the 25th for surgery! I have been shocked how quickly mine is going!! Was expecting an 8 month process!

They had me fill out a questionnaire on a tablet asking about physical emotional abuse as a child and currently... Then she printed out my results and went talked about how I rated on a scale is 1-10 for anxiety, depression, and PTSD. I have all of the above but she wasn't worried about it, she said the majority of people do they just want to know how you are coping (not with food) or about your medications. Also she wanted to make sure I had a good support system. That took about 30 min and half was the questionnaire.

Mine was rather simple,in fact the filling out the forms took longer than the actual session. I believe we talked for less than 15 minutes. You'll do fine

Hi! My surgery is scheduled for March 11! I'm excited to start this journey and to see everyone else's progress as well. Good luck to everyone!!

Thanks, Blue!

Woohoo Kristina! Congrats! Update that ticker!!!!

Just left my surgeons office and they moved my date up! I was scheduled for April 9th now I am scheduled for march 24th. liquid diet starts march 10th, so excited!

Thank you for that. I was beginning to think I was living in lala land and that it couldn't really be going this smoothly. I feel so grateful for how the steps are falling in to place.

Surgery was 2/19. Everything went well! I'm home recooperating and getting used to my new & improved life! Excited about this new journey I'm on.

Hi! This is my first post. All of this is happening so quickly for me. Sometimes I feel that it just can't be true. I went to my first appt with my surgeon in Jan. 29th. I have BCBS Anthem. I have gone to nutritionist, pulmonalagist, cardiologist, physical trainer, and have my last appt (psych) on tuesday. I am on track for a March 24th surgery. I really thought I would be more nervous, at this point I am just excited and grateful.

I think I was in a lot of pain from overdoing it. I am at home and feeling much better.
The transition from morphine to lortab wasn't a good one but it's better now.