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Honestly the preceedure was part of the list of things I had to get done before my application for the sleeve was sent to the insurance. I believe it is all standard tests just to make sure everything is alright. They make you walk (starting slow), then they gradually speed up and incline. I was accually shocked how well I did. I get winded just walking up 7-8 stairs. I did great. You can ask to stop the treadmill when ever you feel you have had enough. You can do this

Yep, I had mine and im waiting for my insurance to approve. It wasnt that bad. Its over before you know it.

I wanted to keep everything on the down low as well. However, I felt my family should know. It should have been your choice, but she was just concerned for you and thought prayer (lots of prayer) couldnt hurt. Bless her heart. I am sure she meant well. Dont be too upset with her. I wish I could be in your shoes. I can talk to my mom but I get much of a response. She is in the final stage of Alzheimers. So please dont be mad long. Give her a big hug and tell her you love her.

Good for you. You look great. I cant wait to reach that elusive 199 myself. Keep up the good work.

I would love to walk up to my front door (8 steps) without stopping or being out of breath. I would love to play softball and go bowling again. But mainly I would love to be healthy again. This is only temperary. I will walk up my front steps and I will play sports again. Its just the beginning.

I had my first appointment with my surgeon on Feb 22. I have completed all my requirements and I am now waiting for my insurance clearance. Then we can set a surgery date. I had to do several things... Cardiac Clearance, Stress Test, Psych Eval, X-Ray, Nutricianist and an Endoscopy. All are done except some blood work before surgery. I am just on pins and needles waiting.

I dont have a surgery date as of yet, but I am done with all my appointments just waiting for insurance approval. Hopefully it wont take much longer. I am 5'4" 245 lbs. I would love to have some buddies to travel in this journey.

Im from Rodeo, which is between Vallejo and Richmond. Anyone know of a support group for this location? Im hoping to get SLEEVED sometime in June or July. Just waiting for Insurance clearance, everything else is done. I would like to meet up with others that have or is having the Sleeve or any other similar precedure.

You are inspirations to all us hopefuls who are just starting our Gastric Sleeve journey. Thank you for all your pictures and incouraging words.

I am waiting to hear from the surgical coordinator. I have called and sent emails. I am so excited I cant sit still. I have everything done except my Edoscopy which is next Wednesday. I am hoping she calls me and says next month. I am on pins and needles... LOL. To all of you that are in the same boat I am, I hope all goes well with everyone. I know I havent been this excited in a long time. "STOKED"

Hi all you Sleeve hopefuls. My name is Pat. I am 53 years young. I have devoted my life to my family, now its time for me. I am trying to get it scheduled around June or July. I have all but one appointment left. Everything is done but the Endoscopy. Its scheduled for the 28th of this month. I am so looking forward to starting my weight loss journey. I need support friends, so please hit me up.