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I just had my first visit to Beth Israel today and they started the ball rolling right away! I am scheduled for about 8 other appointments over the next two months. I feel confident I am making the right decision, but I can't help but feel nervous too. I know that it's different for everyone, but curious to hear what your time frame is/was from labs to surgery date? If you are going to BI, even better ;) thank you!!

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No surgeon yet. Just at the beginning of everything! A friend had Jones, and recommended him. Were you happy with his work? Thanks!

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Wonderful! Good luck!

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Congratulations!

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Congrats! I am about 1/2 way through all post op visits and I meet with the medical director at the end of the month. I had my RN appointment this week and i was just below 40 bmi. So now I need to make sure I don't go below when I see her again at the end of the month. It's strange not trying to lose weight and actively trying to keep my weight up a couple of pounds. ????

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J170...how are you doing? Only 5 days, right?

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J170...how are you doing? Only 5 days, right?

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Thanks for asking! I feel good. 5 more days. Pre-op diet is going well. I find that I'm not hungry. Just nervous

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