Hey peeps,

This is my first time here and I am excited to announce that my wife and I are both having the VSG on November 8th!

We are having it in Columbia, Mo with Dr. Nicole Spencer. We are both beyond excited for our new outlook on life!

Started our PreOp 10 day diet today. It is going smoother than I imagined so far. I have been drinking my protein shakes sips at a time trying to get my body used to what it would be like after surgery and it has helped me feel full throughout the day. November 8th can't get here soon enough!!

On 10/28/2021 at 12:29, Lilypop said:

I have had my surgery back November of 2019 and it feels like it was just yesterday!! I will post up a trend in the post op regarding my experience and the ups and downs if you would like to take a look. ☺️

Any tips on things we should take to the hospital with us?

Hi Everyone. This is my first time posting on this site. My surgery date is November 16. I start my Preoperative diet Nov 2nd. I am Having the Gastric Sleeve. I am nervous and excited

Heyyy I'm in UK and I'm having my op on 6th Nov. So nervous I'm having band to sleeve so hoping it goes smooth. Anyone else had this op xx

3 hours ago, Stacie21 said:

Heyyy I'm in UK and I'm having my op on 6th Nov. So nervous I'm having band to sleeve so hoping it goes smooth. Anyone else had this op xx

Hello Stacie! I'm having my band removed but going to bypass on the 6th too! How long have you been banded? I've been banded since 2005. Thankful to have this 2nd chance. Best of wishes for a safe, speedy and total healthy recovery and WL journey!

So I go on Monday. Super excited. Not nervous yet. Praying everything goes well.

4 hours ago, carolosborn said:

Hello Stacie! I'm having my band removed but going to bypass on the 6th too! How long have you been banded? I've been banded since 2005. Thankful to have this 2nd chance. Best of wishes for a safe, speedy and total healthy recovery and WL journey!

Oh amazing wrre are you having it done? I've had my band since around 2009. I'm hoping there is not too much fatty tissue and they are able to do it in one operation. All the very best to you too ♥ xx

My surgery is Nov.3 I just found out 3 days ago because it got bumped up because of a opening. I’m nervous because it’s not many days to do the liver shrinking diet

On 10/25/2021 at 5:25 PM, gmryedwards said:

Hi AmyB2006.
My surgery is also on November 1
Wishing u success

I am also scheduled for November 1st! Wishing you both the best!

I'm scheduled for November 1st... ? I'm getting nervous but I'm glad to be taking this step in changing my life for the better! This liquid diet really sucks- but I'm committed and I keep in mind that it is temporary! It's also a little stressful going to the hospital during the pandemic... I'm praying for a successful surgery and to remain Covid free... ? Please send positive energy and prayers! I really appreciate it! Wishing everyone the best! ?

3 hours ago, Tattooxfefe13 said:

My surgery is Nov.3 I just found out 3 days ago because it got bumped up because of a opening. I’m nervous because it’s not many days to do the liver shrinking diet

I think you should be OK they wouldn't have you in so quick to have it done if the liver shrinking diet made a real big impact. We're are you having it done? I'm really nervous more so about being put to sleep xx

I am also scheduled for November 1st! Wishing you both the best!

me too!! Water all day today!!!

Hi all! Got my date after being on hold due to covid.. Nov 11th!
I am so afraid the preop diet won't shrink my liver enough, so even though Dr says to do just low carb, I feel I may do 2 shakes a day and 1 meal of protein and veggies from here on out. Don't want to take any chances.

On 10/31/2021 at 01:57, SparklesE said:

I am also scheduled for November 1st! Wishing you both the best!

Thanks and good luck to you too!! And everybody else that goes in tomorrow!!

I have an endoscopy on Thursday, Nov 4th. Should be able to schedule surgery after that. Hoping for November. Dr. Bilton in Tuscaloosa.