I'm from the Quincy Illinois area and am new to this forum. My doctor is in the process of submitting the insurance information. I should know something by my August appointment about a surgery date.

I was originally going to be getting an RNY, but my doctor ended up suggesting the VSG instead. I'm thankful to find a place like this to learn and hear from others.

Welcome buddy.

new to this forum. - RNY, doctor suggested the VSG instead.

clefofcivadle

hey dude - welcome to the neighborhood

always great to see a newbie with such a wonderful smile

things can be/are a little overwhelming at first, but you'll be fine

you'll have many different emotions as WLS approaches like excitement, joy, but also nerves will act up

i can tell you will be an asset to the board with all your questions!!!!

ask away - we love to help, we're all here to support you NEWBIES!!

enjoy the continueing process towards getting WLS

get used to a few things like drinking as much H20 as possible

DON'T drink with any of your meals!!!!(people have been shot for less )

stop drinking 30 minutes before you eat

don't eat for 45-60 minutes after you eat

drink as much as possible during the day (at least 64 oz)

eat slowly, chew thoroughly

stop drinking soda now - can't have post WLS

the above are your new rules you must live with - again people have been shot for not following

enjoy starting your new healthier, happier, longer life!!!!

take care guy

good luck!!!!

kathy

Welcome!!!!

It's exciting to have a newbie on the board. i love new perspectives. This is a fantastic journey to be on. It is scary the not knowing but you've done all that's required and have the application for approval. you will do fine. What is your BMI, starting weight, and how do you want to lose. This is exciting.

Welcome! You're in the right place. I've been on here a couple months and learn something new everyday

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Welcome babes (:

From California

Thank you all for the welcome. My BMI starting this process out was 53. My weight from my primary doctor, before my first WLS surgeon appointment, was 373. I've been on a pre-surgery diet from my dietician and am at a BMI of 44 right now. My goal weight, as I recall, is 170.

Welcome Clef! The folks on here are a wealth of information...glad you're here!

Welcome.. I've just recently started posting and responding it is helping though.. Stick with it you'll be fine!!

You have a great start and I know you are very determined to get to your goal weight. This is a fantastic hard journey that we have all chosen to take and it is a lot of hard work.

Welcome.. Hope all goes fast and good with your journey