Hello! My name is Carol and I live in Illinois...I found this sight when I was searching for personal stories of people who had had the sleeve gastrectomy. I was originally scheduled for RNY on Nov. 3, but after my preop appointment with my surgeon he thinks the sleeve will work for me. I have followed the nutritionist's advice and lost 32 lbs prior to surgery. So, I am trying to find out all I can about the sleeve since I have done all my investigating on the RNY procedure!! I am currently on the all liquid phase...Some days I get darn hungry!!:laugh0: But, I am trudging along!! I am eager to talk to others that have had the surgery or are like me and preop. Any advice would be greatly appreciated!! Thanks!!! Carol:biggrin0:

Carol - welcome to VST. I am SO glad you found us - you will find a wealth of information and lots of support here. As far as everyone's story, I would suggest reading the threads in the pre-op and post-op forums; also there are some great threads on Protein drinks and recipes for early out post-op -- and asks any questions you may have - you will more than likely get LOTS of answers.

Best wishes for your upcoming surgery - Nov. 3 is right around the corner!

Good luck Carol. The pre-op diet is a killer isn't it but it's all worth it and not long now. Before you know it you will be on the losing side. Lots of great people on this site who will help you out. Keep us posted x

Congrats. on your surgery date Carol. It's almost your turn. Keep us posted on your progress.

Welcome here! Good luck on your surgery!

There is a TON of information on this site, I've been logged on almost 24/7 since my surgery, so just keep reading!

Hello Carol, you must be so excited that your surgery is tomorrow. I know I've found so much useful information here both pre- and post- op. You can also read some of the blogs on this site for personal information and feelings regarding this procedure. Good luck! I'll be thinking of you tomorrow.

Thanks Everyone!!

Hey Carol, and welcome. I'll keep you in my thoughts for tomorrow. Keep us posted, and update once you feel up to it.