I am getting sleeved Oct 26 at Blossom in Vegas. Since quarantine and homeschooling my son I have become quite sedentary. I am concerned about the treadmill stress test before the surgery. Is it an easy stroll or a death march? Thank you.

https://blossombariatrics.com/what-to-expect-during-your-cardiac-stress-test/

I am not sure it is going to be stroll but I doubt its a death march either.

I went to Blossom in August for vsg. The treadmill test was not bad. Not a fast speed, but a high incline. You can hold onto the handle bar of the treadmill

Thank you. How was your Blossom experience ?

Hi - the cardio guy is grumpy but the stress test was not a big deal (I was super worried given my weight at the time). I went to Blossom last December and my experience was awesome. It was pre-COVID but from what I hear, they've adapted well. They will take excellent care of you.

Overall using Blossom was a great experience. They really took care of you. Having drivers pick you up for all apts took the stress out of allot of the process. Everything was discussed with you (also watch their videos) and there were no surprises. Surgery day is the worst. Walking that day really helps. Also, take the medication they give you if you need it. They give you a bag with all of the items you will need for after the surgery. My biggest worry was my five hour flight home and then a 2 hour car ride. For me, I had no big issues. I just took my time. Each day you feel a little better. I choose Blossom because I would not qualify for bariatric surgery thru my insurance. My BMI was 35. I am 10 weeks post op now and down a total of 40 lbs since I started my pre-op diet. It is crazy to think I have lost that much weight and I am not hungry. Let me know if you have any addtional questions.

I'm flying out to Blossom on Sunday for surgery next Wednesday.

All of these comments make me even more convinced I've made the right decision! Looking forward to it!

Question about Blossom transportation. Do we tip the drivers? I never know how to handle these things.

I did not tip the drivers. I also did not see anyone else do it. You will have different drivers depending on which location you are going to.

I honestly don’t even remember a treadmill test, so it couldn’t have been that traumatic ?.