Approved...

Woo Hoo, my Ins Co. came through with the approval. Uh...Uh oh...my Ins. Co. came through with the approval. Wow...what an emotional ride. Paula called today and informed me that I had been approved for surgery by my Ins. Co. My first reaction was....COOL...all that hard work and persistence finally paid off. But that was immediately followed with OMG...I am actually going to have this procedure. Don't get me wrong. I am thrilled to be starting this journey. But keep in mind, I have never had major surgery. The first time I was ever under any thing more than local anesthesia was my twilight sleep for the EGD about a week ago. I am a little nervous about the actual operation...but heck...I won't even remember that part! Well...I am supposed to get my date later today or Monday. Dave

Dave, Congrats. Do not be afraid... A walk in the park...oh a walk with an iv and PCA pump but a walk nonetheless....

Dave Best wishes and congrats on your approval! You are in for the time of your life. Hugs, Mo

Hi Dave, I am so happy for you!!! What an awesome feeling to hear that you have been approved. I was in shock and so happy I could not sit still for more than a minute. I want to wish you all the best in your journey. It is always scary having surgery especially if you have never experienced it before. But you are going to do great!! I can't wait to hear when will your surgery date be. Best wishes! Cira

YAY!!!!!! Dave, I am so happy for you! Welcome to the best journey of your life! Even with all my inital fears for having surgery I would do it again in a heartbeat! We'll be keeping you a seat warm on the Loser's Bench! ~Heather

Hip Hip Hooray!!!! You spot on the bench is ready to be polished. Congrats.

Congratulations David. It is the best ride of your life. All the emotions are natural but once it is over with it will be great. Congrats Kelly

Dave, Congratulations on your surgery approval! I know it's a big step. You're right, you won't remember the actual operation Keep us posted! Take Care, Terry

You have finally got the approval!! Amen brother - you are in for the best ride of your life - stay well - When is the surgery??????????

DAVE!!! DUDE, you are SO ON YOUR WAY!!! Don't be nervous about being nervous. It is completely normal. As for anesthesia, it is THE best sleep I've ever had. I've been put under for an endoscopy, a D&C (for a miscarriage), and for my band. I was only intebated one time (for my band) and that was a little strange coming out when they pulled the tube, but it was fine otherwise. You will do GREAT!!! WOOHOO FOR YOU!!!