I've just scheduled my banding for May 2 with Dr .Fielding in NYC. They scheduled me w/o approval from UHC and scheduled me in less than 2 weeks. I'm confused. I've done lots of studying up on this surgery but it seems like they've just blindly scheduled the surgery and now will keep pushing it back until I'm either approved or disapproved and decide to pay myself. In the meantime I've started liquids but am finding it difficult, as in my mind the May 2 date isn't very realistic. Has anyone else experienced something similar?

Nick,

I am so glad the surgery went well. Thanks Bob for keeping us in the loop of things.

My thoughts and prayers are with you for a speedy recovery.

wow, that was quick! from sending in a request, to approval, to BANDLAND! Thanks Bob for posting (you get Kudos for keeping us notified!!).

I know this sounds silly, but get him a sippy cup for toddlers and put chicken broth in it.... it did wonders for me and kept the sips small! If he doesn't want to do the "cup" then have him use a baby spoon for taking the broth. It is a lot of work to eat, but it is worth it because it definitely controls how much he is taking in.

HERE IS TO A SPEEDY RECOVERY!!! GET WELL SOON!!!