elizabeth105

I had RNY surgery on a Wednesday, got out of the hospital on Sunday, and went back to work on Monday. I don't recommend it though.. I work from home, so I could lay in a recliner all day. But your body is still healing and you have no energy. I'd recommend 1-2 weeks depending on how you feel.

Premier Protein shakes are great! I prefer the chocolate and vanilla over the strawberry.

I finally made it! Surgery is tomorrow morning!!! As of this morning, I've lost 20 lbs on the 9 day clear liquid diet. I've lost 10 inches from waist alone. I didn't plan what I was going to have each day, but I ended up having 1-2 sugar free Jello cups per day, 1-2 sugar free popsicles, 1 cup broth with different seasonings, and then a ton of Water each day. I'm honestly not hungry or looking for food, it gets easier! *Different surgeons always have different pre-op diets for people to follow. Mine was so strict because I have fatty liver disease and we wanted to shrink it as much as possible! I'm having my hair blown out at the salon this afternoon so I don't have to worry about it. I'll be in the hospital for 4 days, my surgeon always does them on Wednesdays and releases patients on Saturdays. Packing this afternoon and calling the hospital to get my actual arrival time; it doesn't feel real yet!

Staying strong! It does get easier. I bought vegetable broth today to try a different flavor

@@oceangirlpc I hear you girl! Jitters in full swing here, too. Questioning myself and just nervous for surgery. But we're going to feel so much better! Prayers for you, too. I hope everything goes smoothly as planned!

Yesterday was my husband's birthday. I am admitting that I had a small amount of food with the family when we went out last night. But, I'm acknowledging that I didn't like how I felt after and we have less than a week now! We're into the homestretch. So, I'm back to my Clear liquids today.I hope it's a great day for everyone!

Hi! I'm having surgery 6/15, too! Normally my surgeon only does a 2 day clear liquid diet, but since I have non-alcoholic fatty liver I'm required to do it for 10 days. I stocked up on different herbs and spice mixes to make broth interesting for 10 days. So far, so good! I'm down 11 lbs. @@oceangirlpc Don't beat yourself up, tomorrow will be better!! I have told my family that if they're eating something, don't take offense if I walk away. Someone placed bread in front of me last night, I literally passed the basket back! We're almost there

Bsweetness -- I'm in Rochester, too! Love that there's no long liquid diet before surgery!

June 15th!! So ready now. Cleaning out cupboards this wknd, stocking house with liquid diet options.

YAY! So, I have had to annoy my surgeon's office since Feb 8th to submit my file to insurance. Seriously. My surgeon was just named the Chief of Surgery at the hospital, so his workload has doubled. It took him 6 weeks to approve my surgery, then it took another 3 weeks for the office to submit it to insurance. They only have one person who submits to insurance and works on getting approvals. She was on vacation, so it sat in the office. But at least we're moving in the right direction I was already told I'm on the schedule for June 15th, if insurance approved it on time. Yes, the waiting is awful but I'm using the time to mentally prepare for this!

I'm having it done at Unity Hospital in Rochester, NY. There are a few different programs in the area, so it really just came down to surgeon preference. Dr. Iannoli has removed my gallbladder and my husband's appendix, so we know what to expect from him.

Awesome! Yeah, I was a little nervous when I was told they could take up to 30 days to make a decision, but as long as you've finished all the requirements it's quick!

YES! Oh my goodness. I see myself every day but didn't realize how big I really am. Someone took a picture of me two weeks ago at a work conference and I suddenly saw myself how others' see me. I was so embarrassed. I posted that pic on here, as my "before" pic. I can't wait to be able to post my "after" pic!

So, I spoke with my surgeon's office yesterday. She said, patients receiving insurance approval today were being scheduled for surgery in March. My last nutrition appointment is Feb 8th; which also happens to be my very last requirement for surgery. At that point, they will submit to insurance for approval. At that rate, I'm looking at an April surgery. I was upset, but that gives me time to make sure I'm in a good place emotionally, mentally, physically. I'm currently 325 lbs at 5'8", so I figure even though my surgeon and insurance don't require weight loss right now, any amount will help me heal faster and get through the process a little bit healthier. Anyone else looking at April/May surgery date? Sounds soo far away, but 3-4 months will fly by!

Great, thanks! So I've had one to many "last meals" in preparation for surgery.. you know, it's the last time you're going to savor it, so it's allowed. I've gained 12 lbs! But, today I got clearance from the endocrinologist. Talked to my surgeon's office, they're compiling everything and will submit to insurance. Then they'll call me once it's approved. Definitely starting to feel real! I'm taking the time to really practice all of the changes (no carbonated drinks, no straws, chewing to applesauce consistency, etc) Good luck, and I'll let you know when I have a date confirmed!

Well, my nutritionist canceled the appt on Feb 8th because she was out with pneumonia, poor thing! So, I'm finally having my last nutrition appt on Monday! If something doesn't happen immediately I tend to lose momentum.. trying to stay positive and keep looking at the goal.

Hi! I'm a newbie to the forum. Two more nutrition appointments to go, everything else has been done. We have BCBS of IL insurance through my husband's employer, but we live in NY. Can anyone tell me, will the approval process go through our local Excellus BCBS or IL? Does anyone have experience with either? Just wondering how long it takes on avg to get approved from the time everything is submitted. Thanks!

I hear you! Are you on any medications you can refill? That can eat away at the deductible. Or any doctor's visits you need? We've always had BCBS PPO plans, but this year we purposely switched to a high deductible plan. Our employer pays into the HSA for us, then we only have to pay around $3,500 out of pocket before the family deductible is met. Our daughter is a Type 1 Diabetic, so far this month, her insulin, needles, test strips, etc. alone have taken care of half our family deductible for the year! Our deductible will be met by end of Feb, so surgery should be covered. I would do that, think of any appointments you can make, therapy visit, medications you can refill. Good luck to you

I hear you, this IS torture lol. I see shows like 'My 600 lb Life' and wonder how Dr. N can just approve them asap or whenever he wants, but I'm starting to try to slow my mind down and really work on this. My Dr. wants me exercising 30 min/ day before surgery... I will admit I can only do about 10 min at a time and then I need a break. Last night was the first time I could walk the mall (needed 2 breaks), but I did it!