LEILE

I am so glad to know that many people have done this on an out patient basis--and have been okay doing this. I am of course both terrified and really glad about having the gastric sleeve. On this coming Wednesday I am having my surgery and I am so glad I found this site. Thanks for all of your responses--I sincerely appreciate it. Leilie

I'm having my surgery on Wednesday. Of course, I wanted to do this (permanent weight loss) on my own, but I couldn't. I am 36. I tried everything. I am so scared and excited at the same time. I wish you a lot of goodness in this process. Obesity is a medical problem, and I am really glad that the medical technology is there to help. Leilie

The very next morning I go back for the leak test. Glad to hear it Brown Eyed Tx Girl. I cannot believe my surgery is this coming Wednesday--I feel terrified and grateful at the same time.

Thanks Inner surf girl, that is good to know.

Craig, I am guessing that was a major factor for my surgeon. My mother was over 300 pounds my entire life and had an awful time (she was only 5' 3") but she never had any co-morbidities until she hit 50. Now she is insulin dependent and very sick. I think watching her struggle and watching my own struggle really made me decide to get this procedure. Congratulations on having your surgery and I hope you continue to post your progress! Leilie

I am 36 years old with no co-morbidities, and 90 pounds overweight. I am also self-pay and my procedure is being done in NY. I am hoping for the best. Good to hear Jess.

I hope you are doing awesome. My surgery is on Wednesday--I'm so nervous. It's outpatient and I am both excited and scared, but I also have a lot of confidence in my surgeon.

Thanks Craig. I am having my surgery on Wednesday as an outpatient, and I am a little nervous.