date is 3/22

did all of my preop stuff on wed. it took so long. I had a total of 3 pokes for getting my blood work, man 7 vials of blood ulgh!! then they poked me twice to get the ABG's I have such crappy veins wouldn't you know my arteries would be just as disagreeable. I will be at Orange Coast Memorial in CA. wondering if anyone else is using that hospital and perhaps the same date?? The days are going by so fast. A little anxious waiting for the date to arrive. I want to wish all the Marchers good luck and a speedy recovery also sending hugs and prayers as well. Teri Lynn in Long Beach, CA

Good luck Teri - I just found out today that my surgery is set for March 31st. My veins are awful too - they end up putting the needle in, moving it around a bunch, and then starting all over again. No fun at all. I was told to drink lots of water, and that will help plump them up a bit. I'm a little farther north than you (Seattle, WA). It doesn't seem to real to me yet that I am having surgery this month . . .part of me wants it tomorrow, and the rest of me isn't too sure. Best wishes while you wait. Angie

I love Seattle. I have family up there. the flipping of emotions is normal.You have to go with your gut instinct. for me I found out that all the reflux I have been having has damaged my esophagus. So I made the final decision that the gastric bypass was what I needed. I have so many other health issues. the bypass will allow the weight loss needed to help regain my health. wishing you well. Teri Lynn

Congratulations! I am getting my surgery March 21st at the Barix Clinic in Scottsdale, Arizona. Maybe we can compare notes after the surgery since we're only a day apart??? Email me...from my profile. Talk soon, Terribelle

Teri Lynn, Congrats, my date is March 22nd as well. I am from Eastman, Ga, and I am having my surgery in Atlanta. Maybe we can write each other and compare notes. I havent done my preop for surgery, just preop for being approved. I am hoping I dont have to go through the ABGs and all just for regular pre-op. Already went through the rigorous testing so insurance would approved. D'Lynn

Hi March 22nd also!!! I have pre-op testing on 3/8 and then surgery. I'm getting anixous for this to be over. I wish you well. I too wish all marchers speedy recovery Jan D. 17 days to surgery YEAH!