Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy October 22, 2007, looking for good stage II meal plan.

Hello to all. I am a new member on the OH site. I had Vertical Sleeve surgery on October 22, 2007 so am five days out post op. Unfortunately at the military base I had my surgery at the Dietician is only familiar with the meal plan for a rouen-y (sp?) patient. I did find something on Google through John Hopkins but would love to get some tips or a good way to follow my plan and get my protein spread out throughout the day. I feel like I drink too many protein shakes even though I do like them. I use a great protein powder with 100% whey protein as my doctor suggested, but need to know if anyone can share some suggestions? Thanks so much!

Hey Judy, We both had surgery the same day! Mine was RNY. The diet is the same, you can tolerate medications, and the RNY patients can't. I too considered the Vertical Sleeve, but due to some other medical issues, the RNY was the best for me. There are several ladies at my support group that have had the Vertical Sleeve, and that is how I know the diet is basically the same. I use Isopure, it is a clear protein. I like the passion fruit and blue raspberry, but they have many flavors. I keep a mug with me constantly and sip it all day long. I have no problems getting in the required 50-75 grams per day. Congrats on your surgery! The last time I weighed it was at 11 days post op and at that time I was down 14.6 pounds. I will be starting my excercise/walking program on Tuesday. I was instructed by my surgeon to wait until 2 weeks post op. Keep in touch! Blessings, Angel