Hi, my name is Laura. I am a newbie to the site. I have decided, after failing with all of the "fad diets", to have the gastric sleeve procedure done. I am 5'2" and starting at 238. I am somewhat nervous and anxious all at the same time. My pre-op visit is tomorrow and surgery is scheduled for Jan 27th.

Hi Laura, and welcome to VST.

Congrats on getting your date scheduled. Keep us posted on your progress and journey. We'll all be cheering you on from this side ! ! !

Hey! That's my sleeve date as well. I think that makes 5 of us now for the 27th.

What surgeon are you seeing?

Welcome Laura! I hope your pre-op goes well. Keep us posted on your progress.

Hi Laura - I'm the 27th also, just finishing up day 2 of the pre-op....You'll find this so very very helpful...It's wonderful having support of folks going through all the stages at the same time...I look forward to hearing about your progress...

hi, i also started at 280lbs....i've lost 30lbs in a month. i'm really happy and excited. you have taken the right decision. it has been my best for sure. keep us posted. goodluck.:biggrin0:

Hi Laura and welcome to VST!

I hope your appointment went well today!

Welcome Laura! I hope all goes well with your surgery. I haven't heard of your surgeon so I now have another dr to look into. :-) Keep us posted with your progress!

Hi, thats my date also, in PV Mexico with Dr. Joya-anyone else going to Dr. Joya?

Hi Laura ~ welcome to VST! I am also getting sleeved on Jan 27....cannot wait! You will need to keep us posted on your progress.