Im September 16th....I havent been in hospital for 22 years to the date and that was for the birth of my twin boys who were born 09/16/91.

This surgery will also be a life changing experience for me!!

So many difficulties and fears too be truthful.

sorry to hear that. . If you want to share then maybe we can all help you with information. Totally up to you no pressure. We are all afraid that's normal. Have faith everything will work out

My surgeons nurse called a little while ago to tell me what time to be at the hospital in the morning...6:30 a.m.!!! I was so excited when I told my husband and was talking so fast that he didn't understand me and asked "are you sure she didn't say 10:30"...soooo I had to call back just to make sure. It is officially 6:30 a.m. in the morning! YAY...I keep thinking to myself that I should really be nervous or SOMETHING but I'm not yet. I bet I will be in the morning though! :D

Just got home from hospital. .. I am really thirst and tired

Congrats on making it through your surgery! Thanks for sharing your experience' date=' it really helps.

I started my pre op diet today - 3 - 4 protein shakes per day, and non starchy veggies. I am a little hungry, but I keep telling myself "I will NOT starve to death, an there are lots of people who live everyday on less than I'm eating. And it is only for 2 weeks.[/quote']

I'm on the same diet, when and where are you scheduled for, I'm sept 16th in philly

Congrats on the successful surgery. It's great that we can all support one another thru this journey. What protein shakes does everyone like the best

I use abouttime its lactose free and I add a sugar free fruit punch packet to it

Just got home from hospital. .. I am really thirst and tired

Glad to hear that you are home...I hope you feel better soon

Start sipping some water.

I have to be at the hospital at 830!! Not scheduled until 1140 tomorrow morning!!

Hi, I will be sleeved on September 18th. I am really excited and scared and every other emotion that goes with it. My surgery is less than two weeks from my initial appointment with the doctor on September 5th. I really have to move fast to fill all the requirements. Night of initial appointment had to start 2 week diet. A few days later went for gallbladder tests and upper GI test, Thursday go for pre-op class and register at hospital with more bloodwork. Then the following Wednesday morning is surgery. I am from a small town in Louisiana

I'm on the same diet' date=' when and where are you scheduled for, I'm sept 16th in philly[/quote']

I am Sept 26 in Charlotte.

Hi' date=' I will be sleeved on September 18th. I am really excited and scared and every other emotion that goes with it. My surgery is less than two weeks from my initial appointment with the doctor on September 5th. I really have to move fast to fill all the requirements. Night of initial appointment had to start 2 week diet. A few days later went for gallbladder tests and upper GI test, Thursday go for pre-op class and register at hospital with more bloodwork. Then the following Wednesday morning is surgery. I am from a small town in Louisiana[/quote']

Wow - lucky you! I have been working on the since February or March. I just want to be on the other side now.

Packing my bag now! About to go to bed so that i can be up and on my way in 5 and a half hours! Good luck and successful procedure to all!

My bag is packed and I gotta go to bed too...gotta get up at 3:30 to get to the hospital by 6:30!!! Good luck!

Best Wished to both of you!

Hi, I will be sleeved on September 18th. I am really excited and scared and every other emotion that goes with it. My surgery is less than two weeks from my initial appointment with the doctor on September 5th. I really have to move fast to fill all the requirements. Night of initial appointment had to start 2 week diet. A few days later went for gallbladder tests and upper GI test, Thursday go for pre-op class and register at hospital with more bloodwork. Then the following Wednesday morning is surgery. I am from a small town in Louisiana

Wow...I have a very similar situation. What surgeon are you seeing?

Hi all, I am being sleeves this Sunday Sept 15thin TJ at Mi hospital by Dr. Elias Ortiz and then staying at the Marriott. I am excited and nervous all at once. Anyone else going to be there at the same time?