Anxiously waiting

The waiting is the worst part. I want the surgery and have to wait so long to get to see the surgeon and then hope that my insurance will cover it. So, I joined this board to make the time go quicker. Nice to meet all of you. I've been reading the posts and there's alot of great success stories out there and some fantastic support. I'm glad to become a part of it. Wendy

So nice to meet you too!! And the waiting IS the hardest part!!!

Hi Tammy - Nice to meet you too!

Hi Wendy, It's like the military...hurry up and wait! But it's all worth it, every Dr appointment, every hurdle, every fear and worry is worth it, 100%. Welcome! -Deb

Hi Deb, I hope that after the wait, I'm as happy as many of you are with the results. Reading about you was inspirational - so many pounds in just 8 mths - WOW! That's what dreams are made of - congrats!! Wendy

Hi Wendy, I live next town to you! Welcome to Ct Message board!! Are you complete all tests or jsut start to see Dr Aranow? Kathy k

Hi Kathy, Such a small world, ha? I've had testing with my PCP - stress, pulmonary, bloodwork, and am waiting on the sleep apnea test date. So far, not too bad. I have diabetes and obstructed airways, but stress test was good. I always thought it was just the weight that made me out of breath when I walked a flight of stairs - the breathing problem is just another thing I hope goes away after this surgery - right along with my dailys meds for diabetes. My appt with Dr. Aranow is on 9/17. Hopefully everything will fall into place after that... Wendy

Wendy, The waiting is absolutely the worst. I remember it well. But once you have the surgery, time just flies! Keep the faith, and hang in! JA

Hi JA, Thanks for your encouragement - I hope you're doing well after having had your surgery! Wendy

Hi Wendy, Nice to meet you. I hope the time goes by quickly for you. It is a long process, but I think it is a great opportunity to learn as much as you can and to really think about what changes you will go through so you will be very prepared for life after surgery. This board is a great place to get support. Terri waiting for a surgery date