My first visit was a seminar in March, which you have to go to before even getting your first appointment with the surgeon, then I had my official visit with the surgeon three weeks later.

I am now at the end of all the pre-op requirements; EKG, upper GI, 6 week lifestyle change course, two support groups, blood work, psych exam, and sleep study. I meet with the Director of surgery on June 25th for final sign off and then about a week later I meet with the surgeon, get my surgery date, submit to insurance and wait for approval.

I am thankful for all the pre-op requirements because it has made me 100% ready. I am hoping for a July surgery date.

The waiting is the worst part imo. Good luck!

The waiting is the worst part imo. Good luck!

Thank you and I completely agree. It seems like it's taken forever.