Okay so my pcp sent my referral to have my sleeve done but I'm confused as to what happens next.. I hear peeps say 12 wk options classes and some say 2 wk liquid diet.. I have failed at many programs in the past that's why he didn't send me there first he just said surgery.. Now I'm confused because I hear different things.. What happens now.. Do I have to do options after my orientation or not??

Hi, you will have to do the 12 week options program after your orientation. That gives you time and information you will need to make your decision whether or not you want to have the surgery. I had my surgery 10 months ago with Dr. Belzberg and he was great! the program is a lot of work but it will really help you make an informed decision. Good Luck, I had a great experience and wish you the same!

Yes, for So. Cal Kaiser there are 12 weeks of the "Options" classes. I am on week 3 of them. I actually had two orientations before they started though, that were required to move on to Options. Not sure if it's the same for Harbor City (I do Fontana). I am really enjoying the classes so far and I'm glad they are part of this journey. Best of luck

Yes' date=' for So. Cal Kaiser there are 12 weeks of the "Options" classes. I am on week 3 of them. I actually had two orientations before they started though, that were required to move on to Options. Not sure if it's the same for Harbor City (I do Fontana). I am really enjoying the classes so far and I'm glad they are part of this journey. Best of luck [/quote']

How much was the class and/or the 2week liquid diet before surgery??

How much was the class and/or the 2week liquid diet before surgery??

The Options classes do not have a co-payment, but I think the first orientation did have one. I won't have surgery until early next year so I am not on any liquid diet as of yet, but I'm sure it will just be stuff you buy from the store. For the actual surgery, from what I've been told with my specific insurance through Kaiser, there is only the in-patient co-payment of $200/day. And I think they want you there at least 3 days.

Thank you.. I'm so excited

The pre op diet depends on your doctor. I go to Kaiser on Cadillac, West LA kaiser. My docvtor did not require a pre op liquid diet. He told me to continue what I was doing cause I had been successful. Some friends I know had a two day pre op diet. They were part of the same kaiser as you. My surgery is tomorrow.

I had my surgery last Tuesday ( oct 15th) ... I had regular food until midnight the day before surgery... My surgery was kinda like an "emergency" so I didn't have time to be on clear liquids before surgery and surgery went good!

Dr. Said I wasnt a problem that I wasn't on clear

The pre op diet depends on your doctor. I go to Kaiser on Cadillac' date=' West LA kaiser. My docvtor did not require a pre op liquid diet. He told me to continue what I was doing cause I had been successful. Some friends I know had a two day pre op diet. They were part of the same kaiser as you. My surgery is tomorrow.[/quote']

Yeah I guess every doctor and every patient is different.. Congratulations on your surgery.. I'll say a prayer for you and hope all goes well.. Keep me updated.. This is the start if your new life!!

I had my surgery last Tuesday ( oct 15th) ... I had regular food until midnight the day before surgery... My surgery was kinda like an "emergency" so I didn't have time to be on clear liquids before surgery and surgery went good! Dr. Said I wasnt a problem that I wasn't on clear

Glad to hear all went well!! Congrats on your new beginning.. Cheers to a new life!!