I was scheduled for RNY on November 5th but found out I am anemic. My new date is January 14th, 14 days before my birthday. I'm not so thrilled that my surgery will not be on Monday, but I think it's extra sweet to have it in my birthday month...sweet because I get extra presents. It's my Christmas all over again. I just wanted to say to the rest of the January babies that I will be praying for uneventful surgeries and uncomplicated recoveries for all of us. Good luck everybody..........

Just wanted to drop in and say congrats on your surgery dates. I too uncovered a problem; I am anemic for the millionth time. I had been anemic before but got my levels back to normal. For some reason, my levels are low again. My original date was November 5th but was postponed until January 14th, 14 days before my birthday. I was upset at first but knowing my God, He more than likely said "not yet". So, to find out why I keep becoming anemic, I have to see a hematologist on Friday. I see iron infusions in my near future. Well good luck and have a happy and fun journey.

I am having either RNY or VSG (waiting on outcome of insurance appeal for VSG) on January 2, 2008. I am SO excited! Everything is done and ready to go, I'm just waiting for Jan 2 to hurry up and get here. I am a retail manager, so decided that Nov and Dec would not be the best time to make this huge lifestyle change and take 2 weeks off. Looking forward to getting to know any other January folks!

Hi, I was originally scheduled for WLS on November 5, 2007; however, a number of health related issues were diagnosed during testing which have to be cleared up before surgery. My date has now been pushed to January 7, 2008. After yearly physicals with my doctor and for work, I'm a little put off that these issues are just now being uncovered, :mad: but I suppose it is all for the best. I too share problems with exercise unrelated to the issues found in testing, but x-rays confirmed suspected OA in my knees in addition to RA, which I already receive treatment. I'm looking forward to being able to exercise again without as much pain.

My insurance requires 6 months as well, 2 months down 4 more to go. I am working on following the dieticians goals for me. No drinking 1/2 hour before eating or after eating. Eating small amounts and really chewing my food well. No watching T.V. when I eat. Has your dietician given you any goals?