I got my email yesterday as well, almost identical language. Scheduler called today wanting me to take July 1 but I couldn't as my son's bday is the 4th. We are looking at the 16th.
I have started my own pre-op preparations, beginning today. I am not necessarily trying to lose but hope I will. I am just trying to set a timer for every 2 hours, for eating, using My Fitness Pal to monitor what goes in and exercise as well as keep up with the flow of fluids (this one I am horrible at). I am hoping for the surgery before the end of June. Awaiting approval at this point.