My surgery date is September 30th in Ypsilanti, MI.

who else is in september? what are your thoughts? are you excited??!!! Nervous?

I was wondering can we have slim fast or Special K drinks?

My nutritionist said the Slim Fast high Protein were okay for me to drink because it's about the only one I can tolerate. The carbs and sugars are higher though and a lot don't recommend them for that reason alone.They didn't recommend the Special K but said if that was all you could do then drink them. I think it varies from surgeon to surgeon.

SEPTEMBER 10TH!!!!!!! Anyone else?

Right there with you!

Sept 3rd here..getting kinda nervous now that everything is set and insurance approval is done

I'm September 3rd as well. Was kind of bummed that I didn't get an August date, but since I've been working towards this since July 2012, an extra week won't kill me : )

Hi there - I am having surgery Sept 23 in Charlotte - nervous and excited. I just had my endoscopy - last thing I had to do before my surgery. I will be on a liquid diet for 2 weeks prior.

Hi! I'm in Charlotte as well. Who's performing your surgery?

I'm getting mine in TJ by Dr. Fernando Garcia, still deciding on the date but aiming for the 7th or 9th!

I'm scheduled Sept 12th in TJ at the MI Hospital with Dr. Valenzuela. I'm so excited!! I'm flying in Sept 11th and will leave late Sept 16th. I'm traveling alone, so it would be great to find someone else going the same time as me!

Sept 3rd here..getting kinda nervous now that everything is set and insurance approval is done

So am im sept 3. Start my liquid diet on the 20 . Good luck

Sept 3rd here..getting kinda nervous now that everything is set and insurance approval is done

I'm nervous too but I think in the end it will be a good thing. My surgery is September 11th and I've been going back and fourth wondering if this is the right thing to do but I know it is. Good luck and let me know how you do. I always like to see a guys perspective, no disrespect to the ladies.

My 2-week liquid diet countdown is about to begin. In a way this is a fair test of my commitment to VSG and more importantly the post-surgery dieting necessary to achieve the weight loss. It is time to get serious, establish my commitment, and get a do-over dealing with my obesity.

Yes, obesity, I have hidden from admitting my situation, much like an alcoholic denies being a drunk, I am a foodaholic which in many ways is worse. I am tired of looking in the mirror and "remembering" my lighter days.

It is too easy to say that my weight problem began when I quit smoking; but, facts are - I simply enjoy eating and when my taste buds recovered - my oh my - did things taste better and we all know what happened next.

My issue is more than just losing the weight (100 lbs.), its about dropping the associated health risks, diabetes, high blood pressure, more drugs than I care to list, cholesterol, and a family history of heart attacks.

I bought an assortment of protein drinks, soups and vitamins to start a dietary journey to a lighter me. Having read what so many others have posted in their topics, I believe that I too can show the same determination and will be reading and posting often. Have a great week, and thanks for being out there and sharing your successes.

My 2-week liquid diet countdown is about to begin. In a way this is a fair test of my commitment to VSG and more importantly the post-surgery dieting necessary to achieve the weight loss. It is time to get serious' date=' establish my commitment, and get a do-over dealing with my obesity.

Yes, obesity, I have hidden from admitting my situation, much like an alcoholic denies being a drunk, I am a foodaholic which in many ways is worse. I am tired of looking in the mirror and "remembering" my lighter days.

It is too easy to say that my weight problem began when I quit smoking; but, facts are - I simply enjoy eating and when my taste buds recovered - my oh my - did things taste better and we all know what happened next.

My issue is more than just losing the weight (100 lbs.), its about dropping the associated health risks, diabetes, high blood pressure, more drugs than I care to list, cholesterol, and a family history of heart attacks.

I bought an assortment of protein drinks, soups and vitamins to start a dietary journey to a lighter me. Having read what so many others have posted in their topics, I believe that I too can show the same determination and will be reading and posting often. Have a great week, and thanks for being out there and sharing your successes.[/quote']

Well said!

Tijuana Sept. 9-14 and surgery is the 10th!!! Marriott Hotel and 2 day hospital stay....see y'all soon! I am only worried about my heart bc I had 1 stent placed March 2012. Im 225 now but 5 ft. Seriously....I am ready to stop carrying my granny style medicine container with all the freaking pills. Ive been wearing a girdle since 6th grade and I will have a bonfire with all undergarments/shapewear!!! Lol!

Tijuana Sept. 9-14 and surgery is the 10th!!! Marriott Hotel and 2 day hospital stay....see y'all soon! I am only worried about my heart bc I had 1 stent placed March 2012. Im 225 now but 5 ft. Seriously....I am ready to stop carrying my granny style medicine container with all the freaking pills. Ive been wearing a girdle since 6th grade and I will have a bonfire with all undergarments/shapewear!!! Lol!

I wear a girdle every day and I'm definitely ready for that to be over! I feel you on that!

I'm scheduled Sept 12th in TJ at the MI Hospital with Dr. Valenzuela. I'm so excited!! I'm flying in Sept 11th and will leave late Sept 16th. I'm traveling alone, so it would be great to find someone else going the same time as me!

Hey Sasiechick, I will be there the week after you. Anxious to hear how things go for you. I leave the 18th and surgery the 19th. I also have Dr. Valenzuela. If you feel up to it, please keep me posted. Good luck!!!!!

Hi Everyone -

I'm scheduled for lapband to sleeve revision on September 16 in Houston.

My post-op appointment is August 21 and then I'll start the liquid diet on September 2.

I'm curious to see how it goes. I've heard the revisions may not lose as much as first timers.

I also need to figure out how to set up that tracker here!