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You're probably already at the hospital but just a quick note to let you know I was thinking of you, your big day is finally here! The first couple of days are ..... slow going..... but know it's the best decision you've made.
Let us know how you're doing when you get a chance. You won't need it but good luck!
Referral sent April 2004 / First Consult-Moncton June 2012 / Surgery - February 2013
5'6" / Pre-Op 355 lbs / Current Weight 185 lbs
I know I cant afford $10,000....Im hoping my doctor will fight with me to get it covered and it will be covered especially if I have problems with all the excess skin. I will have alot in my lower stomach
There is a new doctor coming to Bathurst. I was suppose to go to Semerjian but hes moved so im one of the ones waiting to meet the new doctor. They told me they werent sure when they are coming or any names when they called me but said hopefully i will meet the new surgeon in October. Been a long wait and cant wait!
Thank you! Yes 50lbs lost and it feels amazing! :)
I am sure you would ready to go to work much sooner if you prefer. I wanted as much time off as possible. Lol. My co-worker actually could have gone back to work after a week as she felt really great. I wanted to stay home and adjust to my new life.
It is a long wait, but well worth it :)
" I may not be there yet, but I'm closer than I was yesterday"
VSG: April 19, 2016, Dr. Beausoleil, Moncton NB, Canada
5' 2'' HW:276 SW:267 CW:149 GW:150 DreamW:136
Wow,
AMAZEBALLS your ticker says 50.5 lbs lost that is a big WAY TO GO!!!
thanks for the welcome!
I was hoping to return to work a little sooner than that, but I guess it's a big transition.
Haven't seen Dr. Boisvert yet, just the Dietician but learned so much.
hoping everything moves along smoothly, I know that there are a few surgeons going on maternity leave so I am hoping he gets more OR time, or it could work the opposite and he will have to pick up their slack as he does Generasurgeryry as well!!!
I guess only time will tell, I have waited this long! It is so good to know that there is a light at the end of the tunnel.
Hi,
Just want to start by saying Welcome to the group! You are already doing great and I am sure you will do great after surgery as well! I had mine in Moncton with Dr Beausoleil in April of this year. I was in the hospital for 2 nights and I was off work for 6 weeks (I think he usually only gives 5?).
Good Luck! And keep us posted on your journey! 
" I may not be there yet, but I'm closer than I was yesterday"
VSG: April 19, 2016, Dr. Beausoleil, Moncton NB, Canada
5' 2'' HW:276 SW:267 CW:149 GW:150 DreamW:136
Morning everyone,
New here( first post)...Got the call June 8th, for Dr. Boisvert in Fredericton
Referral was sent April 1, 2015...so you can imagine how happy I was when I got the call
I have had my pre-op blood work and my first visit with the diatician( second one July 20th )
started exercise, food diary and have managed to take 10 lbs already!
is anyone else is doing this same process with Dr. Boisvert right now? or in the past?
how fast did the everything move for you, how long were you in Hospital, how long before going back to work?
I am so elated to have finally started! Sorry for all the questions..I know kinda a heavy post for my first time !!!
Have a great day
I mixed my vanilla and chocolate together. I could not drink the vanilla by itself. Good luck on your surgery!
" I may not be there yet, but I'm closer than I was yesterday"
VSG: April 19, 2016, Dr. Beausoleil, Moncton NB, Canada
5' 2'' HW:276 SW:267 CW:149 GW:150 DreamW:136
Thanks for the tips, I am six days in the pre op liquids and I am now tolerating everything. I can't stomach vanilla at all even with extracts or Crystal Light. I even tried to make popsicles to see if it helped, but it made it worse. Did you get nauseated the first days, because I did and it got me worried.?
Weird it said I deleted my previous message. I added ice and blended to make a milk shake consistency. Also I added crystal light to the vanilla to change the flavour.
