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I am having surgery on June 30. I work in a hospital and we had a co-worker do the bypass about 10 years ago and she gained most of her weight back. I decided to tell my husband and daughter, the people at work and basically anybody I run into. I have decided they probably already judge so let's give them something different to talk about. I decided I really do not care what anybody thinks or says. This is about me and if people think it is the easy way out...that is their opinion. I know there was no other option and my decision has nothing to do with them. I am finally going to take care of me. I am sure the first few weeks will suck but it will be worth it in the end. Nothing anybody says, good or bad matters this is my journey.

I started Optifast today. I have done Optifast before so the next two weeks should be a breeze. The few weeks after surgery have me a little nervous. I hope I can get by with water and protein shakes the first two weeks. How long are you taking off work? I am taking six weeks.

I just got approved today and scheduled my surgery in Cleveland. I am nervous but excited. Go Cavs!!

My EKG was fine but my Echo showed pulmonary hypertension, which is another reason to have the surgery. I am sure they are running more tests just to be safe and then they will clear you. Good luck!

I am in the process of getting approved and hope to schedule at the end of June. I am going to St. Vincent in Cleveland.