Hi, I'm in Australia and am 2 days post op from gastric plication with Dr Oliver Florica. Any feedback on plication in Australia would be most welcome. I'm doing ok, finding my way, and am happy to answer any questions for anyone considering plication in Australia.

I have 3 weeks of Protein shakes ahead of me now and am already a bit bored with them since doing 2 weeks of them before my op. They are effective, I lost 5 kgs pre op and 3kgs in the 2 days post op (not managing more than 1/2 shake all day at the moment). I tried the Optifast Soup before my op and it wasn't very nice. Just wondering if there's an alternative soup to try? It would just be nice to have a few mouthfuls of something savoury instead of the overly sweet shakes I'm on.

Would be great to connect with others from Australia who have had plication and hear how you're all going. All the best with your weight loss.

Hello,

i would love to hear how you are going? I have my appointment tomorrow to be approved for endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty - fingers crossed it can go ahead.

Hi Melesg,

im going really well thanks. Im just 2kgs (4.5lbs) from goal weight, my BMI is right in healthy range and I'm feeling terrific. I have lost 28kgs (62lbs) in just under 5 months. I have worked really hard to get here. I walk at least 6-7kms each weekday and at least 30kms every weekend and I'm ultra careful about what I eat. I've just joined a gym and do Zumba, pump and barre classes. It takes staying power and focus to really do this, surgery is not a quick fix but it's all so worth it. I hope all goes well for you with your surgery approval. Let us know how you get on.

Edited August 17, 20178 yr by Brit in Oz

Hi Brit in Oz,

What an inspiration you are. Amazing results with a huge amount of dedication to your diet and exercise, well done. I was approved and am having my esg in mid September. My doctor has said he prefers a liquid diet for 3-4 weeks - did you have this requirement and if so, how did you go? Xx

36 minutes ago, Melesg said:

Hi Brit in Oz,

What an inspiration you are. Amazing results with a huge amount of dedication to your diet and exercise, well done. I was approved and am having my esg in mid September. My doctor has said he prefers a liquid diet for 3-4 weeks - did you have this requirement and if so, how did you go? Xx

Hi Melesg, congratulations on your approval???. So you're on your way. Yes I had to do the liquid diet but just for 2 weeks. It really gets your weight loss kickstarted. I lost 5kgs (11lbs) which was such a positive boost. Try to keep it interesting by buying in or making plenty of different soups and smoothies. It's hard going and a shock to the system but well worth it. I also ate loads of raw veggies which I was allowed and I really love them anyway. The more you can lose the better for the surgery. The liver is partly in front of the stomach and can be wrapped in a lot of fat which makes accessing the stomach harder. However it is one of the first areas to shed fat when you do the liquid diet. This is why most surgeons get you on this pre-op diet. What is your weight loss goal?

Hi Brit in Oz,

In the vicinity of 25-30 kg.

What does an average days diet look like for you? I cant quite work out how full you feel after ESG.

Thanks

Mel