Did anyone NOT tell their job about having surgery? How did that go? How long did you take off work?

@@AJP1243 Just say, I have been minding my own business and it's working really great for me!

I work at a public library, its only part time so I am taking off on my own time missing hours and such. But I have told my boss, her assistant and another co worker who was the substitute assistant while the other assistant was out. lol. I secretly had some books about the surgery ordered and some of the ladies that work back here with me were talking about it and how they wouldn't have it done and how scary it is. I felt some negative vibes so IDK what to do. My job requires me to lift 20-25lb boxes of books some days. Should I tell them I'm having gallbladder surgery or hernia surgery or what? Plus I'll be losing weight and they will be suspcious.

I have shared with my team at work. Especially my lunch team. They are supportive so far.

I work at a public library, its only part time so I am taking off on my own time missing hours and such. But I have told my boss, her assistant and another co worker who was the substitute assistant while the other assistant was out. lol. I secretly had some books about the surgery ordered and some of the ladies that work back here with me were talking about it and how they wouldn't have it done and how scary it is. I felt some negative vibes so IDK what to do. My job requires me to lift 20-25lb boxes of books some days. Should I tell them I'm having gallbladder surgery or hernia surgery or what? Plus I'll be losing weight and they will be suspcious.

My opinion, none of their business, I'd keep it to myself...enjoy the journey!

Telling people you had gallbladder surgery sounds great to me. It would explain perfectly how you can't lift much for ... as long as you decide to tell 'em you can't lift much.

Telling people you had gallbladder surgery sounds great to me. It would explain perfectly how you can't lift much for ... as long as you decide to tell 'em you can't lift much.

Yea I am probably gonna have to have help lifting some stuff... I'll just have to tell a few people to put stuff where I can get to it. lol. Is it ok to bend over?

I do not have a date yet, goal is January. I have been open to my job and co-workers about my surgery. I work in medical so I believe it will help me to get this in their heads that I am having weight loss surgery, if problems do arise and I am unable to work or work less, I believe they will have a easier time processing it. IMO

I think I have pulled it off!!! My vacation begins Monday!

I was open with my boss & a few co-workers and they've all been very supportive! I don't feel bad when I have to leave early for an appointment, because my boss told me "whatever I need!" I feel so blessed to work for the company, & the people I work for! No surgery date for me yet, after this month I still have three more doctor supervised appointments. I'm looking forward to the day I get to announce my surgery date! :-)

I didn't tell work. It worked out fine. I deserved some time off anyway.

Edited February 14, 201511 yr by downsizingdiva

I am a teacher, so I had to let my principal know, but I just told him I was having surgery - I didn't figure it was any of his business as to what kind of surgery I was having. I did tell the other teachers in my department - we are all friends and very close, so I wanted their support. I haven't started my preop diet yet, so I don't know if I'll get a lot of questions. Also, I'll have to tell my students since I'm going to be out 8 days, but I'm not sure yet how much I'll tell them - I teach high school btw.

Hi,

I am in the same situation. I am getting sleeved on 2/25 and have not told anyone- the only person who knows is my husband. Anyway, I am a middle school teacher in a private school. It's a bit of a fish bowl...everyone knows everyone's business. I have 40+ days in my sick bank....just going to use them. Don't plan in saying anything.

Best of luck!

G

I have told a few people but not HR. Just taking off some time. It is really no one's business. I do not need to be replaced. I teach at the university level and my courses are done.

Helen

Yea I told the boss her assistant and one other person. No one's business

I told my one co-worker because she's also a friend and she has been so supportive and helpful. And I when ahead and talked to my boss since I had to ask for time off twice because I have to travel out of town to see my doctor who will be performing the surgery and the actual surgery date. She is very understanding and supportive. She told me not to worry about doing certain duties when I come back to work so I can heal. It really put me at ease. I have a great boss. As far as other co-workers, I probably won't tell them.