Hello everyone! My name is Natasha. I'm new to here and looking to have the gastric sleeve done. I been going back and forth with it since 2015 and had my pcp refer me last year and am finally going for it. I went to the seminar and have my first appointment scheduled with Dr Georgescu Sept 15th. Has anyone here had him as a surgeon? Where are my CO people? Anyone have to go through the medicaid stuff here in Colorado? How was it? Any recommendations?

On 8/2/2017 at 0:14 AM, raynay05 said:

Hey there! I was sleeved on the 25th by Dr. Metz at Parker hospital. I lost about 40 lbs prior to surgery as well . I also went thru Medicaid for my surgery.

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That's so awesome! Congratulations! How is the pain? How are you feeling? Any tips you'd suggest pre surgery?

That's so awesome! Congratulations! How is the pain? How are you feeling? Any tips you'd suggest pre surgery?

Honestly I feel amazing! I had moderate pain in the hospital but otherwise I've been just taking Tylenol since day 3/4. I'm walking about 2-3 miles a day already and my energy is better than before. I suggest walking before, that seemed to help me to bounce back maybe? Lol. Also I think a lot of it is mind over matter, so just remember the pain is temporary and follow your doctor's orders to the letter. Good luck!!

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So nice to see a CO thread! New here. Working through pre-op with UCHealth. I have my psych appointment tomorrow and hope to have surgery in November. Preop diet went great the first month, now am in a stall. Looking forward to good tips on this site! My brother was sleeved in Michigan so I know it works!

19 minutes ago, Miss Topaz said:

So nice to see a CO thread! New here. Working through pre-op with UCHealth. I have my psych appointment tomorrow and hope to have surgery in November. Preop diet went great the first month, now am in a stall. Looking forward to good tips on this site! My brother was sleeved in Michigan so I know it works!

Awesome! Yeah I'm a Colorado native but am new to this bariatric site and am just starting the process. Very excited for you. Keep me posted on your progress. What is the preop diet consisting of?

I've only been in CO for a year now, but have been told by a couple natives that since I didn't come from California, it's ok

My surgeon wanted me to lose 15 pounds before a pre-op appointment. Likely just to start new habits. After speaking to the dietician, I'm doing a high protein, low carb diet. First 6 weeks went great - 10 pounds down! This last week, one pound up. I do know I ate too many carbs. Back to basics to drop some more before the temptations of vacation food!

On 06/08/2017 at 2:59 PM, Miss Topaz said:

So nice to see a CO thread! New here. Working through pre-op with UCHealth. I have my psych appointment tomorrow and hope to have surgery in November. Preop diet went great the first month, now am in a stall. Looking forward to good tips on this site! My brother was sleeved in Michigan so I know it works!

Where? Anschutz or Poudre Valley?

Anschutz. I have to confess I don't even know where Poudre Valley is!

We should have a meet up somewhere in Denver like a support group.


Mich W
Hw 223, SW 217 CW 194 GW 135

Hi, I'm in pueblo west. I just started this journey.

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Hola CO peeps! I just got my surgery date! It is 10/2 with Dr. Schoen! Nice to meet you all!

On ‎8‎/‎19‎/‎2017 at 10:30 AM, rnybeauty said:

Hola CO peeps! I just got my surgery date! It is 10/2 with Dr. Schoen! Nice to meet you all!

Congratulations! At Anschutz? I look forward to hearing how it goes - and watching you succeed!

On 8/4/2017 at 4:27 AM, raynay05 said:

Honestly I feel amazing! I had moderate pain in the hospital but otherwise I've been just taking Tylenol since day 3/4. I'm walking about 2-3 miles a day already and my energy is better than before. I suggest walking before, that seemed to help me to bounce back maybe? Lol. Also I think a lot of it is mind over matter, so just remember the pain is temporary and follow your doctor's orders to the letter. Good luck!!

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Awesome tip! Yes I'm trying to get more active since now so it won't be so hard. I've heard it makes a big difference.

On 8/19/2017 at 10:30 AM, rnybeauty said:

Hola CO peeps! I just got my surgery date! It is 10/2 with Dr. Schoen! Nice to meet you all!

That's awesome! Congratulations woman! I can't wait to get a date set! We'll be praying for you and watching you.

On 8/6/2017 at 8:25 PM, Miss Topaz said:

I've only been in CO for a year now, but have been told by a couple natives that since I didn't come from California, it's ok

My surgeon wanted me to lose 15 pounds before a pre-op appointment. Likely just to start new habits. After speaking to the dietician, I'm doing a high Protein, low carb diet. First 6 weeks went great - 10 pounds down! This last week, one pound up. I do know I ate too many carbs. Back to basics to drop some more before the temptations of vacation food!

Well welcome to Colorado luv! And keep pushin to stay on track. You got this!

On 8/11/2017 at 9:14 AM, Missy161 said:

We should have a meet up somewhere in Denver like a support group.


Mich W
Hw 223, SW 217 CW 194 GW 135

I totally agree! Lets do it!