So, I had my initial consultation today with the surgeon and we set a tentative date for Thursday, September 20, 2012! I'm so excited and anxious and nervous, and whew! I don't even know the emotions I'm feeling right now.

My insurance does require a few pre-tests, so my surgery date is pending these appointment. After the consultation, I walked to the parking lot knowing that I wouldn't have a few minutes between today and tomorrow to call to make the pre-test appointments and that my surgery date could be moved up if I get everything together sooner rather than later. So, I sat in my car, pulled out my phone, insurance card, and list of Drs tp make appointments with and scheduled all three!

Cardiologist: 08/20

Pulmonologist: 08/24

Gastroenterologist: 08/21

I didn't need to schedule a psych eval as I've gone to weekly therapy appts for the last three years and the surgeon said I could have her write something up.

I feel like I'm officially on my way and I'm so happy for this change!

Now, what am I to expect from these specialist visits?

Congrats on a tentative date!! How exciting.

How great for you! I had to go to the pulmonolgist for a sleep apnea eval. I did a quick home sleep test, got the results and that was it for that. I saw a gastro b/c I have Celiacs and ulcerative colitis too and he wanted a clear from them too. I was not required to do a cardio appt though. I know a lot of people on here did, they should be able to help there.

Good luck! How exciting!

Congratulations on your tentative date! I didn't have to consult with the specialists you have to, so I am sorry I can't help you.