Hi all!

I had talked with several of you who said you were interested in keeping in touch since we were being banded the same week... so I set up a thread for the week of Nov. 17-21. I am being banded by Dr. Kirshenbaum in Denver on Nov. 19th. I had a phone consult with him yesterday and everything is a go!

Im starting to get all nervous/excited...

Do any of you have to go on pre-op diets? If so what does yours consist of?

You proceed forward like it is going to happen and put that expectation out into the universe. STart the pre-op diet...it can only help you even if you don't have the surgery.

Also have you called the insurance company yourself? Many to most people have had to follow up on this on their own to get answers. Don't let them do the surgery if you don't have approval. You will be liable for the cost, as it is standard to have you sign a form that states you understand that anything your insurance does not cover, you pay for.

I agree with this advice 100%. Good luck!

You proceed forward like it is going to happen and put that expectation out into the universe. STart the pre-op diet...it can only help you even if you don't have the surgery.

Also have you called the insurance company yourself? Many to most people have had to follow up on this on their own to get answers. Don't let them do the surgery if you don't have approval. You will be liable for the cost, as it is standard to have you sign a form that states you understand that anything your insurance does not cover, you pay for.

You proceed forward like it is going to happen and put that expectation out into the universe. STart the pre-op diet...it can only help you even if you don't have the surgery.

Also have you called the insurance company yourself? Many to most people have had to follow up on this on their own to get answers. Don't let them do the surgery if you don't have approval. You will be liable for the cost, as it is standard to have you sign a form that states you understand that anything your insurance does not cover, you pay for.

Well I deceided and called the Insurance company and they said I was APPROVED yesterday. so tomorrow I will take my special meds i need for the Pre-op diet which is meat, meat and more meat three times a day. THANK YOU ALL FOR YOUR SUPPORT :thumbup:

Hi Guys, I was banded on Nov.5 and went through all the same emotions. I am now 1 week out . I feel great. I can't even believe that I have a band in me. It is much easier than I expected to stay away from the foods I craved before. But it still does take alot of will power. The band is not magic. I just know that I may be able to fit something in my mouth but that doesn't mean it's going to get through that small band. I know I don't want to mess my band up so I don't do it. I keep a record of what I eat and I usually plan ahead my meals and that makes it easier also. I have to cook for my husband and 2 boys so I eat my small portion at the table with them and then I leave and go in the other room because it is hard to see them with all that food when I am still wanting more food. I understand that this will deminish when I have my fill but for now I avoid food when im having a craving. Drink plenty of water also.I did not have gas pains like alot of others have right after surgery, however I started taking GasX as soon as I got home per my doctors request. I think taking the meds ahead of the symptoms was smart . I also took my pain meds for 2 days every 4 hours and didn't wait for the pain to come on. All in all I had minimal pain. Just soreness whenever I would try to get up out of the bed. For the first 3 nights it helped me to sleep up on 2 pillows. One week out and I am feeling great. I can start smoothies, beans ,eggs, well cooked veggies and some other foods today. I hope it continues to go this well. If you have any questions feel free to ask.

I got the go-ahead for my surgery! :lol::thumbup:

I'm so happy I can't see straight...I'm very very excited! My surgeon didn't seem to think the anemia was a problem - he was more concerned about prior abdominal surgeries than anything else!

I'm completing the pre-op diet I put myself on this weekend, and was told not to take my diabetes meds on the day of surgery. I'm SO EXCITED to finally join my sisters and brothers in bandland!

Monday will be the first day of the rest of my healthier life...many thanks for all those who sent me good wishes and who have kept me in prayer...

I'll definately be checking in between now and then...and my self-imposed pre-op diet made my surgeon very happy - he said I was doing the right thing by being proactive about it, even though he didn't require it.

Can't wait for Monday!:cool2::w00t::tt2::w00t:

Hi Everyone!

Thanks for starting this thread, Allyson....great idea! Now we can all keep track of our surgeries and support each other! And since I'm not planning on telling anyone about my surgery but my hubby and Aunt, I need all the support here I can get!

Hi Janesays: My surgery is the same day as yours....I have to go on a "liquid" diet for two weeks prior to surgery....but it doesn't just consist of drinking Protein liquids, I can have Jello, Soup, carnation instant Breakfast (no sugar added)....there's more but I don't have my list in front of me so I can't remember....but I do remember that the day before surgery its strictly liquid (Medifast). Like you, I have also been practicing...chewing slower, trying to eat smaller portions....but I'm having a really hard time with not drinking while eating....I don't know about you guys, but this one is SO tough for me. Great to meet you and look forward to keeping in touch!

I have been eating really bad these last few weeks....I swear, I am totally addicted to SWEETS! I can go all day without wanting anything but the minute I get off the train to go home, BOOM....it hits me like a ton of bricks that I NEED something sweet...it doesn't help that I HAVE to walk past a Dunkin Donuts and the stationary store that carries all kinds of artery clogging junk like ring dings and yodels...I'M SO WEAK! And after I walk in to one of these stores and pick out a couple of things to eat on the car ride home, I don't give a rats a-- that I have NO BUSINESS eating this stuff...then once I'm done eating I'm like, what the h--- did I just do that for? This has been my life the last month...I think its a combination of being plain ole' addicted to sweets and thinking that in just a few short weeks I won't be eating this stuff anymore thanks to the band, so what the hell!

Anyhoo, that's my rant! I look forward to keeping in touch with everyone and helping each other get through this. I'm excited and scared all at the same time! Coming here and talking with all of you on this board has truly helped me these last few months! THANKS!

Night all!

Hi there I am having my lapband surgery with DR GEiSS also on Mon Nov 17th 2008...I am very excited!! On the full liquids . Would happen to remember if we can have tomato Soups??

Bobbi:thumbup:

Hi there I am having my lapband surgery with DR GEiSS also on Mon Nov 17th 2008...I am very excited!! On the full liquids . Would happen to remember if we can have tomato soups??

Bobbi:thumbup:

Hey Bobbi! Another Dr. Geiss patient, he's very popular on this board! Yes, you absolutely can have tomatoe soup! I went to Trader Joe's and bought their low-sodium brand....it is DELISH! I believe with the soups, as long as its 3 grams of fat or less you can have it.

You should come and join us on the New York/Long Island board....we are mainly Dr. Geiss patients! We would love another poster! Good luck on your surgery....please let keep in touch and let me know how your doing!

:thumbdown: getting banded tomorrowmorning 11-14-2008

Congrats, Ronda - let us know how you're doing when you're able...

Countdown to banding - now just 2 days! (I don't count today)

I'm really excited and going to do my final shopping this weekend so I'll have everything I need...:tongue2:

To everyone on a pre-op diet - hang in there!

To all who sent me good wishes and prayers, thank you!

I don't usually check in on the weekends, so the next time you hear from me, I'll be banded!:tt2::w00t::w00t:

Hey Bobbi! Another Dr. Geiss patient, he's very popular on this board! Yes, you absolutely can have tomatoe soup! I went to Trader Joe's and bought their low-sodium brand....it is DELISH! I believe with the soups, as long as its 3 grams of fat or less you can have it.

You should come and join us on the New York/Long Island board....we are mainly Dr. Geiss patients! We would love another poster! Good luck on your surgery....please let keep in touch and let me know how your doing!

Thank you for the reply..how do I get to that other board?:tongue2:

Ebony Rose: Congratulations on getting the go-ahead for your surgery! We're getting banded on the same day! Good luck, and can't wait to hear how things go for you. =)

Yeahhhh Ebony, best of luck to !!! We are on our way... How are you feeling?

Hi all, My surgery is on th 18th. I live in NC and will be having my surgery first thing in the am. This is my first post so forgive me if I do something wrong. I don't have any other groups that I "post" to so you may have to help me learn the ropes!:Dancing_sorry:

Hi all, My surgery is on th 18th. I live in NC and will be having my surgery first thing in the am. This is my first post so forgive me if I do something wrong. I don't have any other groups that I "post" to so you may have to help me learn the ropes!:cool:

Welcome Horserider, My band date is the 18th also day 3 of my pre op diet:drool: Missing food. Welcome to the board.

PS..How are all the Pre-dieters doing... Are you staying strong??

Hi all! My name is Racheal, and I am going to be banded on Tuesday the 18th as well. I am super nervous. My doc put me on an Atkins type diet...and that has been pretty easy to adhere to...I've done it before. I've lost about 15 pounds since my first visit in August, so I'm super excited about that. Super seems to be the word of the day for me, sorry! Well, our week is almost here...good thoughts and prayers for all!!!