I finally met with the surgeon after getting all of my preop stuff done and got a date for surgery. It's only a little over a week away. I have to go to preop meeting on Wednesday to get all info on what I need to do before and after surgery. But he gave me a packet and I'm only on clear liquid for 24 hours after surgery. Then for 3 weeks it is liquid and mushy foods as tolerated. 3 oz of Protein at each meal 3 times a day and a Protein Shake. He wants 90g of protein a day. I'm going to take a month off of work so that I can get used to everything I need to do. Also looking forward to being home for the birth of my 1st grandchild who is due on 11/21/11. Also, he said I am only in the hospital for 24 hours and no drain. No preop diet as of yet anyways, just asked to not gain any weight before surgery. I am nervous and really excited to finally have a chance at not just losing weight but keeping it off. Any advise or tips for my upcoming journey are appreciated.

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Hi there! Welcome! We have similar stats and my surgery is on the 16th! I am excited. Are you?

My only advice is to read, read & read some more on this website! I have learned SO much!

P.S. I noticed you also posted on the forum for November sleevers. I will answer you there as well. Come often!

Congrats you guys! Longer-life... I have seen you around here for quite a while.. I think using this board REALLY helps smooth out any bumps in the road of this surgery... I think it must bring up the statistics for success for the people who use it for sure! I can't really imagine NOT having this board to rely on day to day.

I totally agree. I have been reading this board for months now. I felt educated when I was talking with the surgeon, because I was asking about a drain, post op diet what to expect, how long in the hospital etc. Everything I read about on here that might have concerned me. So hopefully no surprises. I look forward to sharing our journey together.