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I'll be sleeved by Aceves on Wednesday Sept 23. Anyone else going to be there?

Yep, coming up this week!

Oregon Daisy, What phone service do you use? I am wondering if my verizon will work in Mexicali. thanks.

I started a modified pre-surgery diet (hi protein, lo carb) about three weeks ago and since I knew it was not required, did not feel bad about eating a concentrated carb (chips, and ice cream) three times during that period. Now that I am on the REAL pre-surgery diet, it's not too hard. Once you see that you've already started losing some weight, it helps with motivation. You can also come to this board and ask for support when you feel tempted to eat the wrong things. Your buddies here will encourage you to stay on the path.

What a great team of support! You are a very lucky lady to have such friends. You're going to do great!

What ipod are you talking about?

HOORAY for you! It will all be done before you know it and you will start melting away the pounds! Keep us posted on how you are doing!

Ask what their criteria are for approving a VSG. Read the article at SpringerLink - Journal Article You will find good info there on your rights. Don't give up....ever!

About The Joint Commission An independent, not-for-profit organization, The Joint Commission accredits and certifies more than 16,000 health care organizations and programs in the United States. Joint Commission accreditation and certification is recognized nationwide as a symbol of quality that reflects an organization?s commitment to meeting certain performance standards. Our Mission: To continuously improve health care for the public, in collaboration with other stakeholders, by evaluating health care organizations and inspiring them to excel in providing safe and effective care of the highest quality and value

Donna, I am so glad to hear something positive about Canadian health care after all the blarny on the TV about how the US should not choose universal coverage "because it does not work in Canada". Why don't we hear more stories like yours? I'm insured but work in a State hospital that cares for the indigent as well as the insured. I see an astounding number of patients who would not be as sick as they are, had they been insured and able to seek care earlier. Instead they suffer silently and eventually when they find the affordable system available here, it is often too late...the leg is lost, the cancer has spread, etc, etc... How sad, and unnecessary.

Another tip: sometimes if there is an empty seat in first class, if you ask at the gate before you board you can purchase that seat for a minimal fee...like 50-75 dollars above your ticket price. It is worth it in my opinion and I have been able to do it several times.

Really cute outfit tiff! Yep, I'd lose the bracelet too...it distracts from the prettier part of the picture...YOU! He will be so excited and happy for you!

Welcome, Kelly. You'll find lots of helpful information on this site, and friendly participants. Good luck on your journey!

Could you post the time you are in the chatroom including CST or PST for example? I am in Central time and have no clue where anyone else is. thanks

Yep, it's time to call your doctor!

Since hominy is actually corn, it has a very high glycemic index and should be avoided as much as sugar. We used to have it when I was a kid and I liked the taste. But I also love fritos corn chips! Dangerous, dangerous food for me.. Can eat a whole bag, so I just don't buy them.

Shanda, I am so glad to hear that you will be sleeved tomorrow! Please let us know how you are doing...will pray for a quick recovery and lots of pounds lost!

It might be TMI for some people.

McMad Senior Moment...I dont' remember...have posted a number of places and to varied people...must not have been too important if I can't remember! :confused1:

Daisy, I am so sorry that you have had such a difficult time...so many losses at one time, it must seem overwhelming. The one loss that is a happy one is all the weight. Know that you have many friends here.

Janette, Hugs Hugs Hugs. I pray for your quick recovery. Hang in there, you will be better soon!

It may be in a superficial vein, and if so, not such an emergency. Still not fun! I don't know the particulars.

Janette, I will keep you in my thoughts that you recover soon. I presume they took the band out...did they do a VSG too?

Sounds like he has a lot of varied experience. Keep us posted on how you are doing!

Is it a problem to carry your own meds (hypertension, thyroid meds) to and from Mexico in an unmarked container? Do they need to be in a marked prescription bottle? My Rx bottles are the huge ones that the mail order pharmacy uses...one size fits all, and I have a few tiny pills in the bottom of the bottles. I'd like to just put them in my little (unmarked) pill box to carry. But will that cause a problem when I cross the border coming home if I am "searched"? Still trying to get all my ducks in a row, and pack light, before the trip! Thanks for advice.