Hi. I live in Federal Way and have surgery scheduled 31May. I'm very excited. Anyone else having surgery soon?

What is a FUPA lol?

Fat upper pubic area - that dangling kangaroo pouch, so attractive. And jiggly.

Hahaha! Love it!

@@Seastars, @@Tommy Joe, @ACJordan: pm me your email address and name on fb of you'd like to be invited to the group event there. We could even start a private fb group to share pics and stuff more easily!

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If I don't show up at Panera on July 16, follow the trail of giant toothmarks along the highway back to Seattle. You may find me eating skyscrapers. I'll bet they crunch like chicken bones.

Not coincidentally, I'm ready for an award for almost making it through another day surviving on freakin' liquids. I did some errands to get away from my kitchen. But did you know that office supply stores have mesmerizing food aisles? How about Petco - those frosted doggy treats look delicious, but I'd even settle for some kangaroo jerkey from the checkout temptations shelf.

I'm not technically hungry, I know I know, but this sure feels like another crash diet and I am OVER IT already!

So, the low-cal crankiness has apparently set in at my house. How are you guys doin'?

Ha ha ha! This made me laugh. Glad you're keeping your sense of humor!

I've enjoyed hearing about everyone's recovery so far. I have a consult appt. with Dr. Srikanth at the end of this week. I'm excited and nervous! Based on my insurance, I'll probably be cleared in Oct/Nov to have the surgery. I'd still love to be part of your support group though. I think hearing your experience might help me know what is coming my way.

One more thing, did anyone have a nutritionist/dietician that they liked in the Auburn/Federal Way area? I need one for my pre-op requirements.

One more thing, did anyone have a nutritionist/dietician that they liked in the Auburn/Federal Way area? I need one for my pre-op requirements.

Hey Jen, would love to have you join us.

My insurance did not require nutrition visits. When you consult at Dr Srikanth's office, their care coordinator will confirm your insurance requirements and then provide you with referral options.

One more thing, did anyone have a nutritionist/dietician that they liked in the Auburn/Federal Way area? I need one for my pre-op requirements.

Hey Jen, would love to have you join us.

My insurance did not require nutrition visits. When you consult at Dr Srikanth's office, their care coordinator will confirm your insurance requirements and then provide you with referral options.

Thanks, they referred me to ATI physical therapy and nutrition but thought maybe someone has someone they really like.

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@@Seastars, @@Tommy Joe, @ACJordan: pm me your email address and name on fb of you'd like to be invited to the group event there. We could even start a private fb group to share pics and stuff more easily!

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I think it be great to do a private group on fb.

All are welcome Teacherjen

All are welcome Teacherjen

Thanks!

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One more thing, did anyone have a nutritionist/dietician that they liked in the Auburn/Federal Way area? I need one for my pre-op requirements.

Yes, Gretchen at St. Francis in Federal Way is great and just an all around great lady.

Hi all! This thread quieted down a while back, but I thought I'd check in and see how everyone is doing?

What's new? How's life? What's your status?

I'm working through my 2 week preop diet. 9 more days!!

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Also just started my pre op diet. Surgery is on the 15th. So excited!

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Also just started my pre op diet. Surgery is on the 15th. So excited!

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Congrats! How are you handling the preop diet?

I swing between being totally starving and feeling satisfied and fine. I never knew how much love I could feel for a cup of carrots!

I do feel a little less energetic than usual, so I hope I adjust to the reduced calories soon and get my mojo back. I would kill for a cup of tea right now!

You are GHC right? Has Overlake called to set your surgery time yet? I'm still waiting to find out when mine is.

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I just started the pre-op diet yesterday, but it was pretty hard! I was fine until later in the day. I left my one meal until the evening so that I didn't have to go to sleep hungry, and that helped, but the temptation was real. And I really don't like Protein Drinks.

I feel completely okay this morning, though.

I am GHC, yes. I don't have the surgery time yet, but I have my pre-op phone interview scheduled for early next week with the nurse. I wonder if I'll get the time then?

I thought I would be terrified at this point about the impending surgery (I know I was the day I first met with Dr. Landers and he freaked me out about the likelihood of getting acid reflux issues with the sleeve ) but I just feel super relieved. Looking at other people's progress pics in other threads makes me so excited at the kind of change I can expect.