Surgery in 9 days
Well hello to all I am so glad that I found this site by pure mistake. i was looking up things on my doctor and it brought me to this site and have been here daily sence. I am looking forward to my surgery however reality has set in and I am nervous and starting to get stressed out about post op things and even during surgery. None the less I trust my doctor and am so glad that he speaks english well and he is the no nonsense kind of guy. I went and bought all of my vits and protein drinks and all that happy stuff yesterday. Lucky me I was able to find everything in chewable form or the one that dissolves in your mouth. I am so thankful that the process for me was so quick. I actully went to my doctor for the first time in Sep of 08 then scheduled my surgery for Nov 08 how ever I had to reschedule it for work would be short during the holidays and i felt bad so I rescheduled it to the first part of January. My insurance didnt give me a hastle aproved first try so for me to read some of the struggles people go through I feel so bad. Well any advice for dropping off a few pounds quickly? I have been up and down with my pre op weight loss and would like to loose a few before I go into the hospital. Well hope all is well with you and I cant wait to be on the loosers bench.
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JessNY 
Jess, it is nice to have you here. Sounds like you are prepared for the surgery. It is normal to be a little bit nervous. As for pre op weight loss...try going on a low carb diet. That is what I am on. I have been on it since 12/28 and have lost 9.4 pounds. Don't count anything but carbs and get in less than 15 grams a day. it is hard to do, but it is doable and you will drop the weight.
Emily
Emily
Being on this site has been very helpful to me and I've only been a member a few days.
I'm getting more excited as well as more nervous as my surgery date approaches. Everyone is telling me that this is normal. Sounds like you're all set for your surgery. I'm going out to buy vitamins, supplies, etc. this coming week.
I started this process in April of 08 and my surgery date is in about 2 1/2 weeks. Unfortunately, I don't have any last minute weight loss tips since I am going on a liquid diet for 9 days before my surgery.
I'm really glad that you're staying connected to others who are going through the process. It's inspiring me to do the same.
I look forward to hearing about your progress and soon, I will be joining you.
- Kathleen 
Jess,
Welcome to the OH family. You will find some very helpful support here. I post on the Cali board and read that for inspiration and answers to questions from those that have already blazed the trail. I love this board because we're all doin' this journey together and it's so nice to know you're not alone.
I am on day 2 of my liquid diet. It's not too bad. I get 3 slim fasts and as much broth, sf jello, diet soda, clear tea or coffee (with sweetner) that I want. One of the experienced posters from the Cali board recommended straining regular soup (not creamed) and drink the broth, because it has such a better flavor than the broth, WOW is she right. I am sitting her with light Progresso italian vegetable, and I think I am in heaven!
We'll all be on that loser bench before we know it. We're in this together!
I will keep the Jan 09 board in my thoughts and prayers as we go through this month and then the wild ride that follows.
Always,
Barb
Welcome to the OH family. You will find some very helpful support here. I post on the Cali board and read that for inspiration and answers to questions from those that have already blazed the trail. I love this board because we're all doin' this journey together and it's so nice to know you're not alone.
I am on day 2 of my liquid diet. It's not too bad. I get 3 slim fasts and as much broth, sf jello, diet soda, clear tea or coffee (with sweetner) that I want. One of the experienced posters from the Cali board recommended straining regular soup (not creamed) and drink the broth, because it has such a better flavor than the broth, WOW is she right. I am sitting her with light Progresso italian vegetable, and I think I am in heaven!
We'll all be on that loser bench before we know it. We're in this together!
I will keep the Jan 09 board in my thoughts and prayers as we go through this month and then the wild ride that follows.
Always,
Barb
Jess,
Welcome to the Jan. forum. This is a real supportive place, so come here and read or post whenever you're nervous! Anxiety before surgery is normal, they say. If that's the case, then I'm really normal!
My insurance approval was also easy and painless. It seems as if everything just worked out OK, from the initial visit with my PCP, followed by the Nutritionist, Psych, surgeon's visit, insurance approval, pre-op diet and nutrition class, and pre-op testing. The whole process from start to surgery date was only 3 1/2 months. I do feel bad for those who have such a tough time dealing with their insurance companies.
Good Luck with your surgery, and be sure to post here so that we know how you're doing!
Welcome to the Jan. forum. This is a real supportive place, so come here and read or post whenever you're nervous! Anxiety before surgery is normal, they say. If that's the case, then I'm really normal!
My insurance approval was also easy and painless. It seems as if everything just worked out OK, from the initial visit with my PCP, followed by the Nutritionist, Psych, surgeon's visit, insurance approval, pre-op diet and nutrition class, and pre-op testing. The whole process from start to surgery date was only 3 1/2 months. I do feel bad for those who have such a tough time dealing with their insurance companies.
Good Luck with your surgery, and be sure to post here so that we know how you're doing!
LAURIE
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