Hi all,

This is my first post and I started my appts with the surgeon at the end of May, Aug 25th was my 4th visit and he scheduled me for Dec 7th, pending nothing gets in the way. I am super excited and have been reading as much as possible.

1 hour ago, aberry said:

Mine is at 7:30, I’m the first of the day. I can’t sleep though. I think I’m too nervous. I’m really, really excited. But also super nervous about being put under and having a complication or even of having the surgery cancelled (but mainly the other part). So many thoughts and emotions!


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25 yo
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Omg I pictured myself in your spot for a sec and now I’m nervous too!!

YOU GOT THIS!!! Everything is going to go as planned and if you have someone taking you to the hospital in the morning don’t worry about the lack of sleep since you’ll be resting all day tomorrow .. you just make sure you’ve got everything you need ready and focus on what will calm your nerves.

Good luck and again, YOU GOT THIS!!!!!

Hi everyone out there...sleeve buddies...

I am here trying to get some last minute info that I may have missed. Tomorrow I start clear diet and the Clearfast my

Dr. recommended for a quicker recovery. In going in on the 5th at 7:30! After 6 months of running around meeting

insurance requirements, finally it's really time. Yes, excited and also afraid of the unknown; I always say we don't know

what we don't know. I am putting myself in Gods & Dr. hands. and I will be alright.

Wishing you all success and a healthy future!

On ‎11‎/‎16‎/‎2017 at 4:11 PM, Ms_Meli said:

Me too! Dec 8th can't get here soon enough!! Where are you having yours done?

Over in Buddies/Mentors I started a group called Buddies Group for 12/4 to 12/15 sleevers so we can all be there for each other!

My surgery is this time TOMORROW!!! I'm so inspired by so many and looking forward to a healthy better life.

December 19th! Just the phone to schedule today!

9 hours ago, DEE ALMA said:

Hi everyone out there...sleeve buddies...

I am here trying to get some last minute info that I may have missed. Tomorrow I start clear diet and the Clearfast my

Dr. recommended for a quicker recovery. In going in on the 5th at 7:30! After 6 months of running around meeting

insurance requirements, finally it's really time. Yes, excited and also afraid of the unknown; I always say we don't know

what we don't know. I am putting myself in Gods & Dr. hands. and I will be alright.

Wishing you all success and a healthy future!

Every doctor has their own protocol for pre-surgery. My surgery is the 5th - tomorrow. I had my own anxiety a few days ago but I know God has this. I think we wonder if we will ever get there cause it's been such a long journey for most of us like a rollcoaster trying to lose weight. I'm so read to get off all these meds and go for a hike and maybe even go camping again!!
Go join the Buddies Group for December under buddies and mentors. I think there's about 8 of us in there and we can all support each other. The ONE main thing that I never got with lap band surgery, I'm determined to be successful.

I hope our first few December sleevers' surgeries have gone well. I'm one week out and starting to get anxious. I'm ready to get this done!!!!

Edited December 4, 20178 yr by BetterBee

On 10/11/2017 at 5:34 PM, gingershiloe said:

I’m scheduled December 19th so I’ll only have to miss one day of work. I’m nervous but I’m thankful. It’s been a long road to where I am and I cannot wait to start my new journey healthier and happier for the new year.

On 10/25/2017 at 10:29 PM, Jencol said:

Just got my date today-Dec 19th. Terrified but excited

On 11/6/2017 at 7:51 PM, CLMyers said:

I am new here. Surgery date is 12/19/17.

On 11/15/2017 at 0:46 AM, Aran1030 said:

I have the same surgery date of dec 19th!!!!!


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Surgery date :Dec 19, 2017

On 11/22/2017 at 11:09 AM, fclenz said:

Mine is the same day!!

On 11/26/2017 at 8:34 AM, saltykisses said:

December 19th in Edinburg, TX. I'm so excited! 2 week liquid diet starts on Dec 5th.
My first appt was in August. So far no delays except cardiologist wants a lexiscan instead of EKG, that's this Tuesday. So hoping doe no delays. Deductible is pretty much met. I have 2 insurances Aetna and united healthcare. United only requires 4 visits vs Aetna 6 months.
Congrats to all December sleevers!!!
Question: anyone on the liquid diet yet? Tell me about it. What are you drinking???

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On 11/28/2017 at 4:04 PM, CLMyers said:

I have the same surgery date of 12/19/17.

On 11/28/2017 at 4:05 PM, CLMyers said:

I have my surgery one day before you, 12/19/17.

On 12/1/2017 at 11:50 AM, Aran1030 said:

Congrats !!!! Mine is Dec 19th... starting to get nervous but EXCITED for my new journey . Start my liver shrinking diet Monday per my doctor .

Glad your wife is doing well


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Surgery date :Dec 19, 2017

On 12/1/2017 at 3:12 PM, CLMyers said:

Good luck! I am on the 19th of December. I am doing the Premier Protein shakes. chocolate and the banana Cream. 18 pack at costco for about $22.00 They have smaller packs at Walmart.

On 12/3/2017 at 8:25 AM, ReeReeGetsSleeved said:

Hey Guys! First time posting...I’m scheduled for the 19th!

On 12/3/2017 at 8:46 AM, saltykisses said:

Me too! 19th buddy! Good luck to us! Are you doing the 2 week liquid?

20 hours ago, Aran1030 said:

Mee too! 12/19 ! It’s getting real ! I start pre-op diet tomorrow!


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Surgery date :Dec 19, 2017

5 hours ago, vsgpharmtech said:

December 19th! Just the phone to schedule today!

So I read through the entire 27 pages of this thread and found everyone scheduled for 12/19/2017. Are any of you going to Bariatricpal in Tijuana with Dr Illan? I'm trying to find people who will be there the same day as me.

I'm on my liquid pre-op diet now and I am SO hungry. I just keep reminding myself this is WORTH it!

So I read through the entire 27 pages of this thread and found everyone scheduled for 12/19/2017. Are any of you going to Bariatricpal in Tijuana with Dr Illan? I'm trying to find people who will be there the same day as me.

I'm on my liquid pre-op diet now and I am SO hungry. I just keep reminding myself this is WORTH it!

I’m not .... but I am in San Diego ! Good luck to you !


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Surgery date :Dec 19, 2017

3 hours ago, BetterBee said:

I hope our first few December sleevers' surgeries have gone well. I'm one week out and starting to get anxious. I'm ready to get this done!!!!

3 hours ago, UndercoverDiet said:

I'd like to know how it goes for you. My hubby may need to go there.

Edited December 5, 20178 yr by Mary Stokley Gromer

December 7 anyone?

I'm December 19th and started my liquid diet! Countdown starts!

Hello everyone, surgery day and I'm so happy I'm shaking (literally). On my way to the hospital now. See you all soon.

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December 19

Started my liver shrink diet today, with a appointment with Danny Vaughn in Macon, Georgia. Surgery date December 18, 2017

Hi everyone!!! [emoji4] I’m scheduled for VSG surgery December 5th!!! I’m afraid and happy but I’m definitely looking forward to getting ready to start my new life. (There is a little person inside me that’s been waiting to come out for years and I’m excited to meet her) [emoji4]

Thinking of you today! Gentle hugs for a speedy recovery!