I notice different doctors have different post op diets and wondered why the big variances. For example when is it generally safe to have things like tuna, oatmeal, grits, mushies. I notice some doctors say right after some say 1 week and then some 3 weeks. What is the general consensus? Thanks!

Dietary recommendations vary considerably between programs and physicians. Most surgeons do agree that it is safer to stay on liquids for two weeks after surgery. This lets the staple lines heal. By 3 months, most patients are eating regular foods, albeit small portions(1-2 ounces).