This is scary to admit because it means that maybe my surgeon isn't the best helper on this journey...but I haven't gone to a NUT with any of my pre-op or post-op appointments. My surgeon focuses on a lot of education, explaining why certain foods are good/bad, what I should/shouldn't eat, portion control, Vitamins, supplements....We probably spend about 80% of every visit talking about food, food choices, alternatives, suggestions...

Is this the same as a NUT? I went to him because I felt like he was sooo comprehensive, but I wouldn't know if I was missing out on any services, would I?

That's more that I got from my Nut.

It sounds to me like your surgeon is providing you with everything you would get having a NUT. I don't think you are missing anything.

Your doctor is fulfilling the role of the nutritionist as well. Count your lucky stars!

As long as your doctor is providing you with the information you need regarding what type of plan he wants you to eat, you will be fine.

My bariatric center and insurance only gave me one nutritionist appointment and that was a few months pre op. I have learned way more from my surgeon, support group, friends who have had this done, and of course lots of info from this website.

I only went to two pre-op appointments with the nut because I "had to", I've never been back. I too think you doctor is handling it himself, wish mine did instead of making extra appointments with someone else...

We all know what we should and shouldn't eat, nut's really aren't telling us anything new, its just us finally giving in and doing it, they offer no magic...