Need Encouragement

Today I went to see my new PCP. She did my blood work. I feel as if I have just stepped onto a roller coaster of emotions. THe PCP was great offering her support. She encouraged me to attend the various consultations with Drs. Appel and Jackson as well as other doctors. She also said that she would help me prepare the paperwork for the insurance company. Although I have tried weight loss programs such as Quick Weight Loss, Nutrisystem, and Protein Sparing Diets, I don't have any of the names of these people. The depressing part is that my next appointment is not until June, 2004. Until then she is encouraging me to keep a food diary. also, I am to provide her a list of all the diets supervised and unsupervised. Next week I am to attend a consultation with Dr. Sidney Appel. I don't know maybe it's too early to be this anxious. I just wish that I did not have to wait until June, 2004 the time of my full physical to take the next step. I don't want to appear like a big baby so early in the game. Maybe I just needed to vent. Thanx for reading me out.

James I understand you not wanting to wait til June - can you try another PCP? Sometimes we just need to vent and that's ok. Good Luck Debbie

The time will go by faster that you think, we are practically in April now so we are really ony talking a couple of months. That gives you ample time to reflect about the life changing experience that is about to happen to you. Please remember that all things will line up perfectly in due season. Be patient and the time will pass befor you know it!

There is a support group meeting Monday evening (29th) for Dr. Appel/Steinberg. We would love to have you there! It's a great place to talk with both post and pre-op patients. If you're interested go to Yahoo groups and do a search on Dr. Appel for his group and check the calendar. It has directions, time, etc.