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3 years have passed since you registered at VerticalSleeveTalk! Happy 3rd Anniversary Carolinela!

Hi Tabbi! I got my referral in April, and had surgery in August. I think you can make the process go a little faster, if you are aggressive and make all your appointments back to back. I was driving down to Ft. Carson (45 min!) twice a week in June to try to get everything done. As soon as they start putting referrals in the system, you can schedule them: wellness (2x), psych (3x), nutrition (3x)

3 years have passed since you registered at VerticalSleeveTalk! Happy 3rd Anniversary pezoom!

Jane,

I have been seeing Dr. Posner at Kaleida. Based on what they have told me the approval shouldn't be an issue. BMI of 40, sleep apnea, hypertension, pre-diabetic, i'm sure you are familiar. I was told 2-3 days for the approval which would have been Friday but who knows. Can you tell me what to expect pro-op and post-op? Is there anything I can do to make it more comforta...

3 years have passed since you registered at VerticalSleeveTalk! Happy 3rd Anniversary Msd*AlmostThere!

3 years have passed since you registered at VerticalSleeveTalk! Happy 3rd Anniversary luvliquid!

Hi, my name is Jessi. I had the sleeve done 3 months ago and it is fantastic. No fills, going back to the doctor. Nothing. Have lost 39 pounds and feel great. If you have not had your surgery yet then go to www.drramoskelly-wls.weebly.com. He is fabulous and they treat you like a queen. Plus way under $8000 - a real bonus.

3 years have passed since you registered at VerticalSleeveTalk! Happy 3rd Anniversary nizee!

How are you doing?

I am feeling so much better. Today is one week for me! I had my drain removed today and I have lost 5 more lbs!

I saw you post about a 3 to 5 week stall. thats me right now. freaking out... glad to hear its normal though. Can you tell me about how many calories you intake a day? I am trying to make sure I am doing everything right. : ) thanks.

Hi- I had my surgery May 2nd- like you my IV started hurting so bad- worse than the pain in my stomach- and they wouldn't move it either -telling me that I might get to go home soon and they didn't want to have to poke me again- but finally complained enough dr. malley had them take it out- but not after a full day of hurting- I was in there 4 days 3 nights= couldn't keep anything down- how are u?

hey sweets.. I am wondering whats ur egg salad recipe? still a week for more till I get there but I am collecting reciepies:)

Woohoo! I have heard some good things about him. I am having my surgery with Dr. Webb at NFL Surgeons in Jax also. How is the 3 month supervised weight loss going? I am almost in month 3 of my 6. Only three more days!

Hi there! How did your six week appointment go with Dr. Pop? I was curious as to what kinds of pre-op testing Barix required you to do? I've been reading around on here and everyones experiences vary so much. Thanks and hope you're doing great!

Sorry about your 2 week stall :c but it's over now! and you lost a great amount for the time period. Congratulations!

Hi All - I'm getting ready. On June 13 I start my pre-op diet and am trying to get all of my ducks in a row. My surgery date is set for June 27. Any helpful hints, suggestions, encouragement or whatever would be greatly appreciated. I used a site like this almost 3 years ago when I quit smoking and found it to be so much help and yes, I am still nicotine free!

Bridget

Hey :-)

I am doing fine. I've been stalled for almost a couple of weeks now, but I've been doing a lot of strength training on my total gym and the inches are melting off (50 inches lost so far)!!! You are doing really GREAT :-)

I was off work for two weeks. I felt well enough to go back sooner, but my doctor didn't want me to go back for three weeks. We compromised at two. I work a desk job, so I was only allowed back with the understanding that I wouldn't do any lifting.

This is the BEST THING I've ever done!!! I've lost 47 lbs. and would do it again in a heartbeat!

Hey Renee. I'm pretty good. Still having a little trouble getting my fluid in and eating much but it gets a little better each week. I think I just have to accept that I'm gonna be a slow loser, but that's okay as long as I'm losing! How are you? What have you been eating?

800 calories is ok though. Prilosec is so wonderful! Saved me many times! I am down 34lbs (lost 2 lbs overnight) had a 3 day stall at 233.2 but 231.2 this am! woohoo! I am eating normal stuff, but no raw veggies or fruits like you.Nothing has given me too much trouble as of yet.although i did eat about 4-6oz of smoothie too fast and had to stick my fingers down my throat! Yuk! Glad 2 talk 2 u!

HI there,Just a word about Auntie Flo. check with your Gyn,and see if she can give you any info on NOVASURE,or look it up on the internet and bring it up to your pcp or gyn and see if they can explain it a little bit better to you,...this is your next porcedure you wll want to have for heavy bleeders...trust me it really works I havnt had a peroid for 3 years so far....look in to it....camille01

I read somewhere not to worry so much about protein the first week, just stay hydrated. I have been drinking water, crystal light, hot herbal tea and trying to get a little protein in with Protidiet Hot Cocoa and Premier Choc Shake. Hang in there - I'm sure every day will get a little easier. I have an appointment with Dr. Hoehn on Wednesday at 1:30. When do you see him?

My surgery date has now been changed to 5/16!! My sister couldn't get away on 6/3. But that's ok, I will be sleeved sooner!!

Hey, not much! What about you? [: This waiting sucks! Lol I should get a date this week, so I'm really excited. I can't wait to just be relieved and like you said feel like this is actually happening.

Hi there!! Doing great, Feeling great! Recovery was pretty much a breeze. How are you doing? I don't go in for a checkup until 6 weeks with my surgeon (but did a 2 week post op with PCP for good Karma) Eating good, no major issues, no heartburn, no gas.

Keep me posted on your progress! Have a FABULOUS week ahead!