I HAVE A DATE!

Ohmygawd! I have a date! Dr. Kemmeter really DID move mountains! His assistant called at 8:45 this morning and scheduled me for August 9! Four weeks from tomorrow! I am sitting here in stunned disbelief that this is actually happening, and so quickly. I just attended my first orientation less than three weeks ago! My insurance preapproved because I met the conditions (MESSA is the best). I feel like God is on my side. I will be having a duodenal switch, performed laparoscopically. This decision was made after a great deal of research and, Dr. Kemmeter was impressed that I knew as much about the surgery as I did and that this was what I wanted to do. He was extremely supportive, and feels now that the DS is a fantastic choice for not just the super morbidly obese or individuals undergoing revision. I have a million emotions going through my head right now and SO much to do. I need to completely get ready for the new school year now - getting one month's lesson plans prepared, my classroom organized, all of my bulletin boards done, etc. etc. My family is coming up to see me this week. I have not told my parents, and I'm not sure I will. I have told my sister and a couple of teachers that I work with. Finally, perhaps, after thirty-five years of beating myself up about my size, I'm going to start feeling as comfortable with who I am physicially as I am with who I am emotionally. Have lots to do...lists to make....supplements to research....exercise to get.....oh my, here it goes! Julie in Ludington

Congrats! Best of luck to you. Get ready to start your new life. Carey

How long do you expect to be off work? I had my surgery almost 3 years ago on the first day of school. I had to have a sub for the first 2 weeks. That was difficult preparing for surgery and for my sub. I agree MESSA is the best. Best wishes.

Don't research your supplements too much ... MMPC will provide them for you. You should try a sampler pack. Great that you got a date so soon, though. I had to wait nearly a year. Congrats! Let me know if I can do anything to help. Eileen 2 years out from MMPC

Great News Im Glad that you were approved My surgery was July the 3rd It was smooth I am 8 days out and really glad i did it. Just remember to do what your doctor tells ya and dont over do it and you will come through with flying colors

WHOOO HOOOO Julie I am sooo excited for you! That happened soooo fast. It took me forever to get a date. And when I did it was 80 days later! LOL. You will have to update us when you are closer to the time of surgery ok. The time will FLY! Congrats and best of luck. Hugs, Di

Julie, Congrats!!!!!!!!!!! Dr. Kemmeter is awesome, you will be happy with his work. I had surgery with him on June 14th and have had no problems so far. Good Luck, Blessings and Prayers, Phyllis Gilbert

Congratulations!!!!!!!!! You have a wonderful insurance indeed! Best of luck to you! Theresa

Congrats Julie, That is so wonderful. I have not told my parents either about my quest for WLS but I just told my sister the other day and she seems supportive. If you do tell your parents just remember to be strong, I know how influential mine can be at times. Good Luck with your lesson planning and getting everything ready. Shawn 302