Anyone near Sacramento?

Hi! Just wondering if there are any December 2013 or January 2014 sleevers that live in Northern California in the Bay Area (East Bay Side)? :ph34r:

I don't live in the East Bay, but in Napa. I will have my sleeve surgery next Thursday, on December 12th. Needless to say, I'm anxious. I've never been in a hospital (except at birth). I'm diabetic and my blood sugar has been high even with insulin, Metformin and food control. My Doctor isn't real happy about this. The surgery is next week Thursday December 12th. I'm doing two protein drinks a day and then a small meal of chicken/fish with carbs from vegetable/fruit. It's the sweets I cave in for...I've cleaned out most of the fridge and will finish getting rid of the rest tomorrow. I believe in the power of prayer, so I've got good thoughts & prayers going out to everyone who's surgery has happened or is coming up in Dec.

I'm in the easy bay having the sleeve done on 12/16

I don't live in the East Bay, but in Napa. I will have my sleeve surgery next Thursday, on December 12th. Needless to say, I'm anxious. I've never been in a hospital (except at birth). I'm diabetic and my blood sugar has been high even with insulin, Metformin and food control. My Doctor isn't real happy about this. The surgery is next week Thursday December 12th. I'm doing two Protein drinks a day and then a small meal of chicken/fish with carbs from vegetable/fruit. It's the sweets I cave in for...I've cleaned out most of the fridge and will finish getting rid of the rest tomorrow. I believe in the power of prayer, so I've got good thoughts & prayers going out to everyone who's surgery has happened or is coming up in Dec.

Good Luck to you! I am sure you will do fine! I am still waiting for my approval. Waiting SUCKS! The good thing is that you already know you will get it. You will do great and feel great after all is said and done! Good luck and keep us posted!

I'm in the easy bay having the sleeve done on 12/16

Hi! Good luck with your surgery. I wish you luck. Where in the East Bay are you? I am hopefully having my surgery in Oakland.

Edited December 9, 201312 yr by FitnFabfor2014

Hi! Good luck with your surgery. I wish you luck. Where in the East Bay are you? I am hopefully having my surgery in Oakland.

thank you! I'm having mine at richmond kaiser. Where in Oakland are you wanting to have it

Alta Bates/Summit Hospital

Good hospital... Good luck

I know what you mean about waiting. I have a $5,000 deductible so after spending $4,000 on the colonoscopy, I was really wanting to get it done this year. Otherwise I would have had to start over again in 2014. That being said, my insurance company (Blue Cross) didn't argue a bit. I think it's because they're spending so much on medications related to my diabetes and other related health issues. As long as we're committed to sticking to our diets I think the insurance companies will benefit in the long run. By the way, I love your screen name...I'm sure you WILL be fit n fab in 2014! I'll keep watching for your posts. I'm a bit of a nervous wreck right now, I guess that's to be expected three days before surgery.

I know what you mean about waiting. I have a $5,000 deductible so after spending $4,000 on the colonoscopy, I was really wanting to get it done this year. Otherwise I would have had to start over again in 2014. That being said, my insurance company (Blue Cross) didn't argue a bit. I think it's because they're spending so much on medications related to my diabetes and other related health issues. As long as we're committed to sticking to our diets I think the insurance companies will benefit in the long run. By the way, I love your screen name...I'm sure you WILL be fit n fab in 2014! I'll keep watching for your posts. I'm a bit of a nervous wreck right now, I guess that's to be expected three days before surgery.

Wow! Yes, that is a hefty amount to spend! At least the insurance company is working with you. This waiting is giving me so much anxiety. Hopefully my screen name will match me at this time next year. I am really hoping so! Good luck with your surgery, I'm sure your nerves are shot. Amazing, just think in a few days you will be on your way to fit and fab too!!! You'll do great! Keep us posted!

Another east bay girl here!

Don't have a surgery date yet but going to the exercise and nutrition class on 12/16 and my 1st visit with the surgeon on 12/19. Very excited. Good luck fellow east bayers!

East Bay girl here! Live in Vallejo but moving back to Emeryville in a couple weeks (hate vallejo)

Attending the exercise and nutrition class on Monday and scheduled my 1st surgical consult on 12/19. Very happy the ball is rolling. Having mine at Summitt in Oakland

East Bay girl here! Live in Vallejo but moving back to Emeryville in a couple weeks (hate vallejo)

Attending the exercise and nutrition class on Monday and scheduled my 1st surgical consult on 12/19. Very happy the ball is rolling. Having mine at Summitt in Oakland

Hi! I'm in the east bay. I am having my surgery 01/07/14 @ summit too. Who is your surgeon?

Hey. I had my surgery 10/21/13 at Summit in Oakland . Love my surgeon! Great program there as well. I have follow up next month! Best journey to you both!

Hey you! Who was your surgeon?

Im going tomorrow for my nutrition and exercise class, then thursday is my 1st visit with the surgeon. How are you feeling? How long did the process take you from start to finish?