Summer 2018 Surgery Buddies Check In Here!

[Ylime 453]

Hello all. Checking in as I try and get back to normal as possible.

Thank you to everyone that reached out to me and posted kind words. I read them all and really appreciated them.

My dad did pass away last week. Even though he was sick for two years, the end was actually so quick and still a shock even though we've know for awhile that it was inevitable.

His service is not until this Thursday so my brother and I have been busy with planning the service so my mom doesn't have to. I am also hosting the memorial service/celebration of life at my house after the service so there is a lot to do. It's been good keeping busy but I might just go crazy with all the people in my house!

If there is any silver lining it's that time has been flying by since I've been so preoccupied that all my significant dates are fast approaching. My pre-op testing is tomorrow morning. Last appt with the surgeon is Aug 1. And I'll have my surgery fully paid this week. Then its just surviving the 1 week liquid diet.

After all this is over, I'll start catching up and adding all the new people and dates to the member list. But not before I have a lot to drink this weekend!

[YoBL 80]

On 07/24/2018 at 11:57, Ylime said:

Hello all. Checking in as I try and get back to normal as possible.

Thank you to everyone that reached out to me and posted kind words. I read them all and really appreciated them.

My dad did pass away last week. Even though he was sick for two years, the end was actually so quick and still a shock even though we've know for awhile that it was inevitable.

His service is not until this Thursday so my brother and I have been busy with planning the service so my mom doesn't have to. I am also hosting the memorial service/celebration of life at my house after the service so there is a lot to do. It's been good keeping busy but I might just go crazy with all the people in my house!

If there is any silver lining it's that time has been flying by since I've been so preoccupied that all my significant dates are fast approaching. My pre-op testing is tomorrow morning. Last appt with the surgeon is Aug 1. And I'll have my surgery fully paid this week. Then its just surviving the 1 week liquid diet.

After all this is over, I'll start catching up and adding all the new people and dates to the member list. But not before I have a lot to drink this weekend!

My condolences to you and your family.

[Chrisb428 626]

I am so sorry for your loss Emily! We are all here for you if u need to vent. Enjoy your drinks and have a few extra, U deserve them.

[saygrace 122]

tomorrow is the big day for a few of us!! anyone nervous?

[KRush88 105]

Has anyone had the preop appointment yet? I haven’t been approved officially but I have a preop appointment also a surgery date. I’m a little concerned that I will have to cancel due to not being approved.

[ElanBri 36]

Hugs to you and your family @Ylime. Take all the time you need. We'll be here!

Pre-op testing was yesterday. Our entire office is moving across town on Friday and I'm so stressed right now. All hell is breaking loose and I'm still trying to pack.

3 days until liquid diet. Pre-op appointments are 8/8 and 8/9.

[Kat0000 124]

@Ylime, Prayers and hugs to you and your family. We will be here for you, almost surgery buddy. Its almost here. BIG HUGS

[Kat0000 124]

16 hours ago, saygrace said:

tomorrow is the big day for a few of us!! anyone nervous?

How did it go? Feeling ok?

[Starr2015 34]

Insurance approved surgery for 8/6. Day 3 of pre-bariatric diet and I still do not think in ketosis. Getting closer!

[Starr2015 34]

15 hours ago, KRush88 said:

Has anyone had the preop appointment yet? I haven’t been approved officially but I have a preop appointment also a surgery date. I’m a little concerned that I will have to cancel due to not being approved.

If you look back at my posts...same thing. But apparently they submitted 2.5 weeks before surgery date. 1.5 weeks before preop date. So... here is to hoping same happens for you! Remember you can call your insurance and ask for an expedited review.

[ALFxRNY 540]

On 07/24/2018 at 12:57, Ylime said:

Hello all. Checking in as I try and get back to normal as possible.

Thank you to everyone that reached out to me and posted kind words. I read them all and really appreciated them.

My dad did pass away last week. Even though he was sick for two years, the end was actually so quick and still a shock even though we've know for awhile that it was inevitable.

His service is not until this Thursday so my brother and I have been busy with planning the service so my mom doesn't have to. I am also hosting the memorial service/celebration of life at my house after the service so there is a lot to do. It's been good keeping busy but I might just go crazy with all the people in my house!

If there is any silver lining it's that time has been flying by since I've been so preoccupied that all my significant dates are fast approaching. My pre-op testing is tomorrow morning. Last appt with the surgeon is Aug 1. And I'll have my surgery fully paid this week. Then its just surviving the 1 week liquid diet.

After all this is over, I'll start catching up and adding all the new people and dates to the member list. But not before I have a lot to drink this weekend!

BariatricPal is just letting me back in but I did reach out to you on instagram. I am so sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences to you and your family

[mplsgal 2]

My surgery date is July 31! Less than a week away and just joined this site!

[chicagogirl74 20]

I was cleared by the psychologist on Friday, got clearance from the CPAP-Pulmonology dept, all of the pre-op classes are complete.

I reached out to the coordinator and she said, i've completed all the requirements...on to the surgeon consult.

Just waiting to be scheduled to meet the surgeon. I could have a date very soon.

So excited!

[YoBL 80]

07/25/2018 01:17 PM, chicagogirl74 said:

I was cleared by the psychologist on Friday, got clearance from the CPAP-Pulmonology dept, all of the pre-op classes are complete.

I reached out to the coordinator and she said, i've completed all the requirements...on to the surgeon consult.

Just waiting to be scheduled to meet the surgeon. I could have a date very soon.

So excited!

Good luck ! Hope it’s a short wait!

[KRush88 105]

1 hour ago, Starr2015 said:

If you look back at my posts...same thing. But apparently they submitted 2.5 weeks before surgery date. 1.5 weeks before preop date. So... here is to hoping same happens for you! Remember you can call your insurance and ask for an expedited review.

Thank you hopefully I’m just being very impatient and my coordinator actually is just very chilled and will get me approved on time that way we will be surgery twins (8-6) and can keep in each other motivated!