Let's make this the official January surgery date thread. I will be having my surgery on 1/31/2020. I was certain that I was going to have the vsg, but I'm learning more and leaning towards the rouxny (rny) gastric bypass. Whatever you decide, let's get this thread started and support one another. I'm just starting it, but anyone can feel free to jump in and keep it going ?.

My surgery date is January 21st. My surgeon is Dr. Alexander Ayzengart at UF Health in Gainesville FL. I go in on Jan 6th for my pre-op tests and appointments.

Height: 5'4

CW: 259

SW:

GW: 145-150

1 hour ago, Danielleh said:

My surgery date is January 21st. My surgeon is Dr. Alexander Ayzengart at UF Health in Gainesville FL. I go in on Jan 6th for my pre-op tests and appointments.

Height: 5'4

CW: 259

SW:

GW: 145-150

Welcome to the Class of 2020 as @Greeteal calls it, lol. Our January family is growing and getting very close. Are you excited, nervous, or etc.? Do you know if you have to liquid diet, if so joe long?

Edited December 21, 20196 yr by Krimsonbutterflies

Hi there...my surgery date is also on 1/31/2020! I’m having the sleeve and It’s with Dr. Bello at GBMC. Now, I’m starting to get more excited but I am definitely still nervous too. Although I’m doing quite a bit of preparation, I’ve joined support groups, and I have a solid core network of support with family and friends and with my Drs, nutrionist, RN, and everyone here so I’m feeling pretty positive about this new journey! I can’t wait!!

Welcome to the Class of 2020 as @Greeteal calls it, lol. Our January family is growing and getting very close. Are you excited, nervous, or etc.? Do you know if you have to liquid diet, if so joe long?

Thank you! I'm excited. I'm so ready to love myself, and feel better! I do have to do liquid diet, it's for 2 weeks before and 2 weeks after. I go for my pre-OP work on 1/6. But if I remember correctly, after the post-OP liquid diet, I'll be on puree's for 3 weeks, then soft foods for 2 weeks and regular food for a week to see if I can tolerate it. But I'll find that out for sure on my preop appointment!

53 minutes ago, Gypsybella said:

Hi there...my surgery date is also on 1/31/2020! I’m having the sleeve and It’s with Dr. Bello at GBMC. Now, I’m starting to get more excited but I am definitely still nervous too. Although I’m doing quite a bit of preparation, I’ve joined support groups, and I have a solid core network of support with family and friends and with my Drs, nutrionist, RN, and everyone here so I’m feeling pretty positive about this new journey! I can’t wait!!

My first surgery twin ?. I just got an email to attend a support group from my bariatric team. I'm excited as well and nervous, I just got excited reading your post and sharing the date with someone else.

47 minutes ago, Danielleh said:

Thank you! I'm excited. I'm so ready to love myself, and feel better! I do have to do liquid diet, it's for 2 weeks before and 2 weeks after. I go for my pre-OP work on 1/6. But if I remember correctly, after the post-OP liquid diet, I'll be on puree's for 3 weeks, then soft foods for 2 weeks and regular food for a week to see if I can tolerate it. But I'll find that out for sure on my preop appointment!

I'm excited for you and your going to do well, you sound mentally prepared to move forward with the journey.

On 12/21/2019 at 00:20, Krimsonbutterflies said:

My first surgery twin ?. I just got an email to attend a support group from my bariatric team. I'm excited as well and nervous, I just got excited reading your post and sharing the date with someone else.

I was so excited to see we were surgery date twins when I saw your post! Seems we’re in the same boat as far as our excitement and nervousness. I think that’s normal. Looking forward to sharing our journey togethe! ?

32 minutes ago, Gypsybella said:

I was so excited to see we were surgery date twins when I saw your post! Seems we’re in the same boat as far as our excitement and nervousness. I think that’s normal. Looking forward to sharing our journey togethe! ?

Yes, I read your profile. We are both Virgos, lol. I have been so excited as I continue with preparing for next month. I'm so excited to finally meet our immediate peer group. I will be posting and updating often, its been keeping me focused and I'm learning more about life as a wls person in the real world and actual everyday scenarios. This site is full of great questions and answers, I don't think the Dr. can answer all of these questions because each experience is different and so is the patient's experience to this major life changing event.

Hi everyone! I am having VSG on January 15! I am having my procedure done in Lancaster, PA by Dr. McPhee. I’m so excited and nervous at the same time. Feel free to follow my journey on Instagram Journeyytovsg

Hi guys just joined group today. My surgery date is 1/7/20 and I just had my pre op appointment with my surgeon on 12/18. I’m super excited but super nervous as well

My surgeon is Dr. Edward Yatco at Lenox Hill hospital in New York, NY

Welcome and how exciting. Are you required to do a preop diet? Nervous? Support system?

My pre-op is tomorrow, 12/24- Christmas Eve! Surgeon is Dr.Chu at Kaiser Fremont, CA. My surgery will be 1/7 & I’m so psyched! I have my vitamins, muscle milk, broths & am ready! I’m afraid of the first 1-2 weeks because I hear they are a bit difficult. Fingers crossed!!!!

I forgot to say that I am having the sleeve.

Please let us know how it goes, I'm also Kaiser.

I don’t have to do pre-op diet but I’m doing one anyways. I’m super excited. I’m getting the sleeve done. My husband has been supportive throughout my whole process!!!