I have my "date" for august 16th at the Fresno Kaiser. Started my 800 calorie pre op liquid diet today.

The first day was not to bad. I had a ICV put into one of my veins to break up blood clots if any occur. This was the first time I have ever been in a operating room, I was scared food less! lol It was not so bad as time went on though. I have currently lost 66 pounds pre op from 489 to 423 since January. This forum is a great place to gather info and gain support! Good luck to everyone out there who has had the procedure and who is going to have it done in the future!

Respectfully,

Joe Lopez

hey bigjoe,my surgery date is aug.16th. so good luck

Hi! My surgery is the 16 th also! On the 3 rd day of liquids, and am tired but otherwise it is ok. Lost 3 lbs so far! Thank god for jello and creamed soups! Have not cheated yet but oh do I want to! I will keep you in my thoughts!

Ladies, That is so cool! Just started my 4th day of the liquid diet. No problems as of yet. I go in later today for my labs,ekg and a chest x-ray.

I to would love to have something besides Protein shakes and Protein Bars but we must keep the big picture in our thoughts. Will keep the both of you in

my prayers on the 16th.

Respectfully,

Joe Lopez

hey bigjoe I added you to our August calendar - make sure to come check us out in the 2011 August forum!

Big Joe,

Congratulations on all the weight loss pre-surgery! You seem to be progressing beautifully! Today is my last day of the 800 calorie liquid / bar diet. Saturday and Sunday it is clear liquids ONLY. Ugh. really not looking forward to that. My surgery was moved up to Monday so I am really excited though. I'll be thinking about you on the 16th.

@MeMe I will be sure to come back afeter the surgery and let everyone know how things are going,

@Debbie congrats on the surgery this coming Monday! I will keep you in my prayers. Go get em!