Just going to use this as sort of a blog to document my journey.

February 11, 2015 - First appointment with True Results for VSG

February 12, 2015 - Had blood taken for Pre-Op blood work.

February 13, 2015 - True Results Insurance Coordinator called me to let me know she was submitting my paperwork to insurance for approval.

February 17, 2015 - I called my insurance to confirm that they had received my paperwork. They said they had received it yesterday.

February 18, 2015 - Insurance approved my VSG surgery (I wasn't aware yet)

February 20, 2015 - I called insurance to see what the status was of my surgery auth. They let me know it had been approved on the 18th!

February 25, 2015 - Went to another True Results location to have a Body Composition test done. (BMR, Body Fat %, Recommended diet)

February 26, 2015 - Finally was able to get a hold of the insurance coordinator and patient advocate to let them know that I had been approved (bad weather in the area past 2 days)

February 27, 2015 - PreOp clearance doctor's appointment with PCP for blood pressure. (rescheduled due to weather)

March 2, 2015 - PreOp clearance doctor's appointment with PCP for blood pressure. Doctor said he believes that I am low risk for surgery and sent clearance.

March 6, 2015 - Received a call from the surgeon's office and I have an appointment for 9am on March 9th to meet with the surgeon and hopefully schedule my surgery!

March 9, 2015 - Appointment at surgeon's office. Scheduled my pysch, nut, and stress test appointments.

March 11, 2015 - Nutritional and Pre-Op appointment. 2 week liquid diet starts.

March 16, 2015 - Stress Test - They did an ultrasound of my heart and legs. Then did a breathing test and then pedaled on a stationary bike for 8 mins or so while he monitored my breathing, blood pressure, heart rate, etc.

March 17, 2015 - Pysch Counseling

March 25, 2015 - Surgery Date!

April 1, 2015 - 1 week post-op appointment

April 8, 2015 - 2 week post-op appointment

May 27, 2015 - 2 month post op appointment

Edited March 16, 201511 yr by ladycook9713

Yes and i am nervous yet excited

I'm sure you'll do great! Keep me updated!

Been almost a week since I've updated. As this liquid diet is progressing I've become more crabby and had more cravings. I have lost 18lbs though.

These last 2 days is clear liquid and I have no idea how I'm gonna do it. I have this Isopure drink and it has a terrible after taste. I can only imagine that this is what gasoline tastes like.

Gotta get my bag packed. Still no clue what time I need to be there. Apparently they don't call until the day before.

@@ladycook9713 your doing great! Im throwing this suggestion out after your on the other side i went through alot of brands on the protein shakes and finally the pure protein was what helped me on the taste and easy on my tummy..just sharing. I didnt get my "arrival" time call till after 5 p the day before i was biting my fingers i was so on edge! Lol..i understand! Hang in there! Its soo worth it..keep us posted when you can! Best wishes ..best thing i ever did for myself ????

Thanks. I have a regular chocolate protein shake that I like. But these last few days have to be clear liquids so I can't have it. So ready to be done.

I've enjoyed following your journey so far, and can't wait to hear about what it's like on the other side. Good luck tomorrow!

@ Thank you!

I got the call the afternoon, be at the surgery center at 6:30, and my surgery is at 8:30. In about 14 hours I will be sleeved. I'm so scared!

But my husband will be there the whole time so that helps me calm a little. Gonna go get my bag packed!

Best of luck tomorrow! 1 week po today & honestly recovery was a breeze!

Thank you!

Every hour that inches closer I start feeling more and more sick.

Good luck!!!

Good luck!!!

Thank you!!

About to leave to go to the surgery center. I'm a basket case of nerves.

At the surgery center. Just filled out all my paperwork and got my wristband. Trying to stay calm.

I should have brought headphones. Listening to people slurp on coffee and chew gum is going to make me lose my damn mind.

Lady cook, I love reading your progress posts. I hope you continue to add to it I realize today is March 25 surgery day for you! Speedy recovery and best wishes. My surgery isn't until May 12. I spend a lot of time reading experiences to help calm my nerves. Thank you for posting your timeline!