I'm scheduled for my sleeve with Dr. Aceves Jan 19th. I'll be arriving on the January 18th and heading home Jan. 22nd.

Would love to touch base with any others scheduled that week.

Look forward to meeting some friends while there.

3 weeks and counting *dancing around the room* :thumbup:

Does anyone going to See Dr. Aceves know if there are any stores within walking distance from the hospital?

I am here in El Centro California just waiting for the pickup on Sunday. Can't believe that it is almost time. I have completed my shopping except for those PROTEIN samples that everyone is talking about. Will do that the day I leave the hospital. It should only take a couple of days to come. Looking forward to meeting everyone see you soon...........Teri

If I am remembering correctly, there is a drugstore/pharmacia close by, and some other places.

Does anyone going to See Dr. Aceves know if there are any stores within walking distance from the hospital?

I only recall 2 drug stores - one right on the edge of the Hospital parking lot and one across the street from the hospital - I don't recall any other stores within walking distance from the hospital; however, if you ask Dr. Campose or Dr. Aceves, they can tell you for certain.

Thanks Youknowit & Vegas!

How long after the surgery are we expected to start drinking our protein drinks? Are we supposed to right away, or after a week or so?

Beth, This is what I read on another thread:

1) For the first 10 days following surgery, nothing other than Clear liquids and a Protein supplement should be consumed. ABSOLUTELY no solid food!!! Clear liquids consist of Jell-O, sugar-free Crystal light, Water, and broth. A high quality protein supplement such as Isopure or whey protein should be used in order to obtain approximately 70 grams of protein per day."

But seems I read something different elsewhere, I'm gonna look. I remember reading something about day 1 through 5 being something, and then you could ad stuff after that.

Edited January 15, 201016 yr by Barbara278

Thanks for your reply! Im a little confused though...sorry, but does this mean we have to drink a clear protein right after surgery, or can it be a regular protein powder mixed with milk?

Milk is considered a full liquid by most surgeon's post-op diet recommendations that I've seen around here.

Mixed with Water is considered a clear liquid.

Ok thanks! Thanks what I thought, I started drinking my protein shakes today to get used to them...I haven't had any in over a year, gosh I remember now how much I hated them when I had my lap band. I think i need to find a new brand, or maybe mix it up so I am not drinking the same one every day.

Hello all... I may just be there on the 22nd after all! Cross your fingers for me... :thumbup:

Fingers are crossed! I hope to see you there!!

What day will you be there, Bethicle? Coming from Portland Airport? :thumbup:

I will be there from the 20th-24th, and my surgery is on the 21st...I cant believe how fast that's coming up! And yes I am coming from Portland.

Hello all... I may just be there on the 22nd after all! Cross your fingers for me... :smile:

Fingers, toes crossed hope to see you there. :thumbup1:

Brenda