Are you a nurse? I am starting a support group for nurses that are contemplating, undergoing or are now 'old pro's' with their sleeves!

By way of introduction, my name is Jana & I live in the DFW area and am currently undergoing the approval process. I have been a RN for 38 years--18 years in Surgery & 18 years in Case Management & as a Manager for a major health plan carrier.

So feel free to jump on board!

My surgeon said nail polish is okay on either toes or fingers, but not both.

I'm having surgery in the morning! Flew in this morning and have been treated like a queen since I got here - can't keep up with all the drinks, broths and Popsicles the coordinator has been having room service send up. Met some lovely ladies who've been sleeved over the last few days and it was a great experience for them. Very excited!!

I'm having surgery in the morning! Flew in this morning and have been treated like a queen since I got here - can't keep up with all the drinks, broths and Popsicles the coordinator has been having room service send up. Met some lovely ladies who've been sleeved over the last few days and it was a great experience for them. Very excited!!

Good luck my friend. I'll be thinking about you. Update us asap!

I was sleeved april 9th. I had black nail polish on toes and fingers . It wasnt a problem. I guess every surgeon is different

They just took my Mom in then I'm next. I was hoping to go first, I'm feeling a little anxious. Can't help thinking about my daughters and wondering if I'm being selfish putting myself In danger to look better. My Mom did remind me that it will make my life better for my girls as I'll have more energy and self esteem to get out there with them more. She's right. I'll try to think that way.

They just took my Mom in then I'm next. I was hoping to go first, I'm feeling a little anxious. Can't help thinking about my daughters and wondering if I'm being selfish putting myself In danger to look better. My Mom did remind me that it will make my life better for my girls as I'll have more energy and self esteem to get out there with them more. She's right. I'll try to think that way.

It's not just to look better, you know that. It will add years to your life! You will get to see your grandchildren grow.

Hang in there, don't forget to BREATHE, and let us know when you wake up!

Hi I'm Emma I've been an RN for 6 yrs CNA for 3 yrs. I have experience in ICU, ER, Supervision, and now I'm an educator for an LPN program. I had the Lap Band done while in nursing school and was very successful lost 120#. After the birth of my son I began having issues and now I'm having it removed and a sleeve done. Insurance approved the removal at the out of network cost dt me choosing to have the sx in Dallas, TX instead of an Arkansas based surgeons. I have to cover the sleeve portion. I'm really nervous to be doing this again but excited to be back to my skinny size and healthy for my son! Glad to see there are other nurses out there going thru something similar!

I'm home!! Had a wonderful experience with BajaBariatrics in Tijuana, Mexico. I could not speak more highly of the program they offer - completely top notch. Anyone hesitating to go to Mexico for the surgery should not hesitate to contact Dr. Jalil Illan's group. Anyhow....was sleeved this past Tuesday, spent two nights in hospital and two more nights in hotel (with daily in-house visits from the physicians) and flew home today. No complications, minimal gas discomfort, feeling great!! I'm five pounds less than when I left home and looking forward to many more losses. I hope to have worn my winter clothes at this size for the very last time.

I'm a student nurse and my surgery date is July 21st...

I am a RN for 10 years, NP for one year. My surgery is July 24th. where will you be having your surgery. mine will be in TJ.

I too am a nursing student with a surgery date of June 2!

So, one week post-op. Of the five incision sites I have, two are still really sore. There's no extra redness, oozing nor any signs of infection but both have large scabs on them. Anyone else experience this? Need advice from fellow medical professionals.

I had glue over mine. At a week, they were reddish and tender but def not hot or infected looking. I had scabbing but the glue covered a lot of the scab. Mine healed surprisingly well (I'm 6 weeks on Thursday). I tend to keloid and these look great!

I had glue over mine. At a week, they were reddish and tender but def not hot or infected looking. I had scabbing but the glue covered a lot of the scab. Mine healed surprisingly well (I'm 6 weeks on Thursday). I tend to keloid and these look great!

Thanks Janey. Just needed a little reassurance. Mine has glue over them, too. I was able to wash the glue off one to have a closer look. Wanted to ensure there wasn't infection hidden underneath. I'll just wait it out and keep and eye on them.

11 yrs icu nurse here. Hardest part I think may be the daily deluge of patient appreciation goodies in the break room.

Hello , I am a 32 yr RN. Have not worked in a few yrs due to a work related injury, I was a telemetry nurse and an ER nurse. I love reading all the comments here and look forward to more encouragement from this group. I have a surgery date for June 9. I started with my first visit to the surgeon the end of February. I have lost 8 lbs since March. I had the mandatory psych eval, dietician consult, and monthly updates. I started taking pictures and will get measurements this week. Next step us to get a binder and add the photos My area has weekly informal support groups for pre and post op people. They are a great source of info. One lady was 14 days post op and down 14 #s after rouxNY a man was sleeved 15 days ago and down 15#s. I am gong for a sleeve after hearing these peoples comments.

One big issue that came up was ,, umm umm... Gas! I guess it's lessened after a sleeve. One person suggested Fish oil with Omega 3 three times a day. She said It really helps. We were told to really follow the eating "rules" early since that is when you loose the most weight. You can slack off after 12 months if you really need to. But by the time, I think I will be used to eating "small" so why ruin it , right?

Any one have other suggestions? And nice to meet everyone!