NEWBIES..... LETS STICK TOGETHER

[#9grammy 274]

Soniaj, I will have my 3 rd apt with PCP on July 16. Then 3 more months. I still have a cardio apt in Aug. I hope to be finished mid Sept then turn in all records and get approved! I don't know how Medicare is with surgery but my bariatric coordinator seems to be sure they will approve. I will see surgeon one last time too b 4 surgery I guess. So that's where I stand, oh and nobody knows but my fiancé , just haven't found a good time to tell my daughter. She may not like this, but it's my choice to get healthy!

I meant mid October

[jnfisher 31]

Mine should be in December. That's when all the insurance stuff is done. I'm done with all of my prerequisites. But I have to turn in a 6 month daily food journal. That's what's taking so long.

[carrieapril76 1]

My surgery was last Friday 7/25 and I am doing great!! The worst part has been the gas. Between the 2 week prep diet and now I have lost 14lbs. I was worried that I would doubt my decision to do this, but so far I am very happy!! I was back at work Monday and doing well. If anyone has questions, please feel free to ask!!

[DredLocDiva 22]

Question for post-op sleevers: My schedule is scheduled for a Wednesday. I'm a middle school teacher so I don't really do any lifting or strenuous physical activity at work. Based on your experience: How much time do you suggest taking off to recover?

[carrieapril76 1]

I had lap band on a Friday and I was fine for work on Monday. I have a desk job, so it was easy. I'm not sure what the downtime for a sleeve is...sorry!!

[kealot 136]

My surgery is scheduled for Aug 12 @ 6:30 am! I started my 2 week liquid prep-op diet today!

[kealot 136]

My surgery is scheduled for Aug 12 @ 6:30 am! I started my 2 week liquid prep-op diet today!

[Dreamy1 2]

I have seen the surgeon and completed to the required nutrition/education classes. I have also provided all of the appropriate documentation and medical records and am now seeking insurance approval. My surgery date is scheduled Oct 6th. Wish me luck!!!

[jdillon 355]

I have seen the surgeon and completed to the required nutrition/education classes. I have also provided all of the appropriate documentation and medical records and am now seeking insurance approval. My surgery date is scheduled Oct 6th. Wish me luck!!!

Good luck! My surgery date is August 15th. It's so hard to wait. I see the doc on the 8th for pre op visit, instructions, what to expect etc. Getting excited and mentally ready

[KatieD6982 68]

I'm just starting the process. I have my PCP referral appt. next Wednesday (it was supposed to be today but doctor called off sick!) and then August 26th is the first appt. with the Bariatric Surgery department. I'm pretty sure my insurance BCBS of NE PA requires the 6 months of visits, NUT appt, Psych eval, bloodwork. So, if I start in late August, I'm guessing I won't be approved for surgery until late Feb 2015.

[BurberryPlaid 20]

Things are moving along a little quicker than I thought they would so now it looks like I'll be sleeved in September! I have one more appointment with psych, one more with the nut, and one with an internist with the practice. That will all be done in the next two weeks. Then I'll get my date! I met my surgeon today and she said September is very likely...

[Nurselori 37]

So idk my surgery date yet i just know in October. ...<br><br> What are your dates and progress so far

Awesome pattiecakes79, I'm October 14th. Isn't this exciting?!

[Nurselori 37]

So idk my surgery date yet i just know in October. ...<br><br> What are your dates and progress so far

Awesome pattiecakes79, I'm October 14th. Isn't this exciting?!

[medic45C 1]

Hi! I just joined the site tonight. Had my sleeve July 25th and so far so good!!

[Nurselori 37]

Hi! I just joined the site tonight. Had my sleeve July 25th and so far so good!!

Congratulations!!!! How are you feeling?