Ok today was the last hoop jump for me. (I think) I had a whole list of things to do. I had to see a psych dr, have a sleep study, get OK from primary dr, 6 months of supervised diet ( I only have 2 more visits to go). Type out a two year diet history. Obtained medical records for the past 4 years to prove I didnt gain the weight over night. Lots of blood work, started CPAP machine. Last but not least I had to see a cardiologist, have a stress test and echo done and he gave me my final approval for surgery! I feel like a 300 pound weight has been lifted off my shoulders. I am so excited. I am ready to be done with all of the pre work up for pre op. November here I come!

I'm also scheduled for surgery in November. Good luck to you - it would be nice to keep in touch throughout our journeys! I have my last class this month - then the paperwork will be submitted to insurance. I'm hoping for an early surgery date than 11/5 - I'm going to give it about a week after my last class - then I'm going to call my insurance company. I've heard that some people are approved in a few days after they receive paperwork - I don't know if it's possible, but if I'm approved, maybe my date can be moved up a few weeks?

The only thing I haven't done is the cardiac workup - my surgeon wants that done within 30 days of surgery.