I had my last appt with the surgeon today. He went over the hospital stay, what to expect, etc. I saw the nutritionist and the exercise physiologist one last time before surgery. As soon as the insurance specialist gets the approval from Aetna, the wheels will be in motion. I have to have an upper GI, but other than the typical pre-op blood work, that's all the testing I have to have. I'll have a detailed class with the nutritionist regarding the schedule/plan for moving ahead with your diet after surgery. I'm pretty sure my surgeon does 2 weeks clears, 2 weeks full liquid, and 4 weeks mushies.

Before surgery I will do a two week pre-op diet: 2 protein shakes + one frozen meal (from their list) each day for the first week, and 3 or 4 protein shakes a day for the second week. Clear liquids only 24 hours before surgery.

I can't believe this process that I started in December is now to one final hurdle. I can't wait to hear that I've been approved and get that date nailed down!

Wow, congrats! Good luck waiting for the approval. I cannot wait to be where you are now.