Hey!

I am a newbie here to posting. However, I have been reading several forums over a period of time and have been debating should I post. While majority on here is genuine, informative, and helpful, I notice that others are quite judgmental. Nonetheless, I decided to do so with hesitation; I may be an inspiration to others who may have shared the same feelings as myself.

I was recently approved on 9/2/2015 for the gastric sleeve surgery. (Yay Me!) I had my last supervised visit on 8/28/2015 and my nutritionist was very diligent with sending off her last report on 8/29/2015. I was so shocked of how fast I received my approval. (BTW, I have Oxford-United Health). I was overjoyed with various emotions. This was such a long journey for me--Ive debated for years. I attended several seminars at NYU Hospital about 8 years ago, but chickened out. However, I am a firm believer that everything happens in due time. So, October 12th, here I come...I am waiting patiently and nervously all at the same time.

Though, I've thoroughly researched post op and preop requirements, I am open to positive feedback or if there is anyone being sleeve around the same time as me.

@shakiki123....I am a newbie as well...read all the time....very little posting. You and I will share a SURGIVERSAY!!! I too am excited/nervous, just counting down the days.

My surgeon and surgery center is 3 hours away so I also have a nutritionist here that I am meeting with to help guide me through the pre/post op requirements as far as nutrition. I have read a TON, but feel like the post op portion doesn't always make sense to me. LOL Keep in touch!

@raylene76....yes we must stay in touch. I am curious to know what portion doesn't makes sense about postop. I have gathered that everyone has different diet regimen which is at discretion of their surgeon. However, I am looking forward in swapping meal ideas post op.

Hey!

I am a newbie here to posting. However, I have been reading several forums over a period of time and have been debating should I post. While majority on here is genuine, informative, and helpful, I notice that others are quite judgmental. Nonetheless, I decided to do so with hesitation; I may be an inspiration to others who may have shared the same feelings as myself.

I was recently approved on 9/2/2015 for the gastric sleeve surgery. (Yay Me!) I had my last supervised visit on 8/28/2015 and my nutritionist was very diligent with sending off her last report on 8/29/2015. I was so shocked of how fast I received my approval. (BTW, I have Oxford-United Health). I was overjoyed with various emotions. This was such a long journey for me--Ive debated for years. I attended several seminars at NYU Hospital about 8 years ago, but chickened out. However, I am a firm believer that everything happens in due time. So, October 12th, here I come...I am waiting patiently and nervously all at the same time.

Though, I've thoroughly researched post op and preop requirements, I am open to positive feedback or if there is anyone being sleeve around the same time as me.

Nice to meet you! I'm glad that you took the step and decided to post. I haven't started a post of my own yet (still new) but I've def have been reading a lot of people's post and wishing them all well in this process. When you come across rude or judgmental people you have to just ignore them. With all of the nice and encouraging people on here you should be fine. I'm still in the pre-op process as well. I have Blue Cross Blue Shield for my insurance. I didn't need to do a 6 month diet because my BMI was over 50 at my initial weigh in. The insurance specialist through my program told me that once I've completed all the appointments I will have no issues with the insurance. I've met all the requirements so far. So I should be getting my date for sometimes in October. I wish you all the best in your journey. Keep up all posted and good luck!

Congrats on making the decision. Better late than never. I am new too. In process. I will probably get a November date. Just stay positive. This site is very helpful.

I appreciate the encouraging words @@Jefferyc79 and @Shellbell619. I will definitely focus on the positive feed back.

@jefferc79 I also have a BMI higher than 50, but insurance still required the 6 month supervised visits. May I ask where you will be having your surgery? I am doing my surgery with Lenox Hill Bariatric Center NYC, surgeon Dr. Yatco.

Has anyone done the sleeve at nyu. Would love to hear feedback

Hi there! My surgery date is oct 12 as well! I had the 6 month diet lost about 30lbs we can all get thru this together! I'm pretty nervous still dealing everyday mentally with food decisions and exercise. I got sidetracked this summer with melanoma surgery and removing lymph nodes. Trying to get back on track and get motivated for the next month.