So I am 3 months out from surgery and 47lbs down as of today.

Things are going really well, No complants or issues at all, My only issue is I've only had one follow up appointment with my surgeon the week after surgery was the last time I went in for a visit!..Not because I don't want to, but mainly because I just don't have the time between work and home life also his office is an hour away and it cost me $125 per office visit. Is it really necessary to go in for monthly visits if everything is going well?..Also I was asked to join a support group and go to that which I never did, But I have a lot of support at home and 3 months in have never had a feeling of depression or sadness because of my decision and I've been able to keep on track myself.

Has anyone else gone without going to the Dr's and support groups and done alright?

My surgical group calls for 2 week, 3 month, 6 month with bloodwork and finally a year with bloodwork. They said as long as there were no issues and weightloss is on target, see ya in 3 months. If I do develop issues or begin to struggle there are support group meetings I could go to. I hear you though, every month, especially when you're paying for it, that's a hardship and maybe not necessary.

Best of luck.

I meant to add, are there support groups nearby? Could be helpful if you need it.

Edited December 18, 201411 yr by vincereautmori

It is three weeks, four months, eight months, twelve months,eighteen months, two years and then yearly for me. I see a Nurse practitioner and a nutritionist each time. I believe it is blood work at four, eight, twelve and then two years and yearly after that. I did miss my four month check because of car problems, so messed up my cycle.

I would say not monthly. I haven't seen my surgeon except 2 weeks PO. Won't see him again till 3m PO. Then he want 6m and a year. We will see if I need to keep those ones. Lol

Your PCP can also do your routine lab work. Mine does it anyways. Not just for WLS.

Your PCP can also do your routine lab work. Mine does it anyways. Not just for WLS.

They are supposed to keep up with labs, to be sure there are no nutrient absorpton issues, mine does them about every 6 months.