So wow I have been lurking, talking a bit, on the site, going through the process, I expected it to take at least until June to do it all. Then bam I get a call this am that my surgery is approved for May, I have had my nutritional, I am doing my psych today, have my pre op next week... I could have surgery as early as the 14th or 21st of May. that is amazing to me, I guess I have really good insurance, it is about time I get something good for all the premiums I am paying. LOL.

So I may be part of the May group, hello and good luck to you all.

Congratulations!!!!! For me, when I got the comfirmation phone call that my surgery was approved, I hesitated, I knew it was coming, but then, BAM, it was here. and now I can't wait..

Hope you get all your test done and get yourself on the surgery calendar.

Welcome to the Mayo Banditos!!!

Welcome and congrats! I've added you to our dates only thread, come on over and see who your band buddies will be. http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f18163/mayo-banditos-dates-only-91909/index3.html

Welcome to the Banditos! Congrats on your approval. The same thing happened to me -- BAM! I had no idea it could go so fast. I'm glad, though. :ohmy: Let's get this party started! :thumbup:

My date is confirmed, I have lap band surgery the 28th. It seems that each doctor is way different in what is required, I dont have a specific pre op diet, but do have to lose 10 lbs to shrink my liver and show my commitment. That I can do fairly easily, so no worries. After surgery I have 3 days of Clear liquids then can move to thick liquids for a week to 10 days then start slowly on soft foods. For preop I have had blood tests, EKG, Psych and Nutritional evaulation.

I am fascinated by how different the requirements seem to be depending on your doctor/location.

True, JS, so true -- everyone's doctor is different! Glad to have you as a Mayo Bandito ... even if I do crave a certain candy bar every time I see your name! LOL :thumbup: