BobBayCityMI

I can feel your nerves...I have them too. But I know it is the right decision. I did the research, looked at the pros and cons, and know it is right for me. I talked with oodles of people who have had the three different procedures done and know the sleeve fits me best. I guess it is my relationship with food changing so drastically that has me the most sad. But this love is what has gotten me here! You have my good thoughts streaming your way!

I will be in two nights and three days. Luckily, I am a teacher and will have the remainder of the month of August to be ready. But, from what I understand, I will be exercising from damn near wakey wakey time after the surgery. Luckily, I am in decent shape overall, just fat.

What a great date! Mine date is.....August 3, too! A sister sleever! 8:30 in the morning I am gonna get sleeved, which is a lot better than being slimed. But because of it I will be slimmed. Oh, gotta love the language!

Thanks for the insights, all. I do know one of my main problems is portion control and being able to tell what a "normal" size is. If a little is good, a lot must be better. SO more to learn to break my bad habits!

My path was not quite as long, but same type hoops. August 3 is my date, so we will be operation soul mates! Congrats.

If I were to make it to the "proper" weight according to the tables, it would be around 190, which would require the removal of a limb, most likely a leg. In high school in top shape and thin I was 220. I am shooting for 245 now, which would make me a SKINNY dude (for me!).

Had my final meeting with my doctor today. Mike is actually a PA and has been a lead force in getting this done. Next week is my pre-op and nutritionist meeting. Insurance approved the surgery but have to have a special pre-op referral. What a bunch of crud! But for Mike I am a learning experience for him as well. Liquid diet starts on July 19. Birthday is July 25, so celebrating before the 19th! :cursing:

And we do NOT put down the seat in here. Fair warning :cursing:

OK...drainage tube? I know I will have a Foley (oh, joy of joys!), but first I heard of this. Congrats on your loss. Start my preliminary liquid diet on July 19. My birthday is the 25th *sigh* But it is worth it!

But $2500 for 22 visits to JH over two years? That would not even cover the travel fees! But, if closer, I would participate.

Another guy! Wow...two of us. And all these lovely women. Wow.

Not being a smartie, but got no hair to lose! But interesting discussion...

OK..thanks. That sure answers my Mexico question. And I totally understand. The preliminary crap was a headache, but am blessed that I am covered.

Hi all. First, the nerves and prep. I know worry is normal, but, wow. The idea of a life changing procedure makes me smile one minute, and be full of dread the next. How do others deal with it? And when it comes to the prep, anything that would be "Just do it, dammit!" even though it might seem silly or have no real purpose? My second question is more a matter of why. Why do so many on here seem to be going to Mexico? I went through all the preliminary stuff, (and, yes, the six months of doctor visits even though I had years of records) and was approved. My doctor is close and the follow ups easier. Is it the money? Just curious. August 3 is coming fast...

How do I set my weight and all for this forum?

August 3 is my sleeve date. Been a long process (or so it seems). Was originally looking at the lap band, but changed to the sleeve. Know I will have lots of questions, concerns and ignorance about this all, but also know I can find the answers here and from other reliable sources. Looking forward to getting to know some other former fatties. Happy summer!

Thanks! I am now scheduling for early June. I am a teacher and want to wait until my schedule allows for time to heal and adjust. Kuwait...Holy poop! That's quite a commute! Thanks for responding. I will be glad to get to know you and ask questions I know I will have. Bob

Bay City here, too. Am in early stages and meet with my Hurley surgeon on 2-24. Luckily it is a straight shot down 75.

Am in the mid stages of the Lap Band and will probably be banded in early June at Hurley in Flint. Is there anyone near Bay City that has had this done and on here? Hope so!