Had my final weigh-in today, lost 10 pounds in the last 6 weeks. (My only requirement was to not gain weight from the initial weigh in). That brings me to 50 pounds down since June 2021. I’m happy about that (and eager for that progress to continue).

Appointment went well, however I had a slight disappointment. I was told if I had everything done by this appointment I would schedule with the surgeon, for their consult, when I check out. When I checked out I was told the coordinator hadn’t reviewed my final test from July 1st yet. Once she does that - THEN they will call to schedule with me.

I’m trying to take a deep breath and be patient, but it’s hard.

This is a big difference from last year when I was going through another program and I canceled my surgery two weeks before it was scheduled (I was not confident in the team or program I was dealing with). It’s a little frustrating that if I had stayed with that original program - I’d be 5 months post op by now… but then again, both my husband and I were not confident I would have the support and guidance needed to be successful in the other program.

So for now I’ll try to be patient for that next phone call to come in.

4 hours ago, LookingForward22 said:

I’m trying to take a deep breath and be patient, but it’s hard.

I remember that feeling so clearly. (My surgery was delayed multiple times due to pandemic issues.) Hang in there.

I remember your trials and tribulations last year. You knew you didn't want the first team and you go through with it. You are a strong person. You did all that and lost and kept off 50lbs, you can do this last little hurdle. I hopr you get the date you want.

Thanks for the positive words… Im trying to tell myself that everything will fall into place when it’s suppose to happen and to roll with it.

Our ideal is before school starts but if that doesn’t happen.. we will make it work no matter when the date comes up.

For now I’m excited to meet with Dr Rodgers and then get through that 8 day liquid Pre-op.

We have intuition for a reason. You trusted your gut and I’m certain that was the right choice for you. You have come this far now and are so close to the finish line. Just hang in there a tiny bit longer.

Boy do I hear you. After fulfilling months of my plan's requirements I had my surgeon consult last February. They are working through a covid backup and battling a hospital staffing shortage. I'm hoping for a late fall surgery. Coming to sites like this one help me keep it real. I hope your call comes soon.

You are almost there. It's crazy all the hoops we have to jump through.

On 07/11/2022 at 17:24, E-mom said:

Boy do I hear you. After fulfilling months of my plan's requirements I had my surgeon consult last February. They are working through a covid backup and battling a hospital staffing shortage. I'm hoping for a late fall surgery. Coming to sites like this one help me keep it real. I hope your call comes soon.

Thank you … I am meeting with the surgeon on the 21st, I’m hoping to find out then (or shortly after) how far out they are scheduling.

I hope they can get your surgery scheduled soon for you so a date is locked in. That is hard for me (the not knowing).

On 07/12/2022 at 08:11, KevinS62 said:

You are almost there. It's crazy all the hoops we have to jump through.

I’m trying to not complain because my time seems to be on the lower end of some I talked to, but the unknown or open ended time frame really stresses me out for some reason.

I’m sure time will fly between now and the 21st but what really helps is interacting with all of you (thank you for taking the time to reply ?). It helps having people to talk to and talk through things with.