Appt. with Surgeon

Well, tomorrow is my appt. with my surgeon. I am kinda nervous and excited all at the same time. I hope I remember to ask the questions I want. Does anyone have any suggestions on things I should ask? I appreciate all your input. Thanks, Betsy

Hope everything goes well Betsy.

Thank you!! Betsy

Congratulations on your appointment sorry I'm geting here a little late but hope you get this before you go... I also hope this helps you..... ~~~ How many surgeries have you performed? ~~~ Success rate? ~~~ What type of surgery is best for me. ~~~ Why do you suggest this type for me? ~~~ Do you staple or suture the stomach? ~~~ How can I prepare for surgery...Mentally... Physically!! ~~~ What are your Special instructions 2 - 3 days before surgery? ~~~ How soon can we schedule surgery?... Can I choose a specific date? ~~~ Does the hospital allow my husband to spend the night? ~~~ Does the hospital have a Weight Loss Surgery Ward? ~~~ How long will I be in surgery? ~~~ Do you visit my loved ones after the surgery to tell them how it went? ~~~ Reasons the surgery may not happen after you open me? ~~~ How long is the average recovery time for...open...lap surgery ~~~ How soon can I...Shower...DoWateraerobics...Exercise...Have Sex...Drive a car? ~~~ What types of pain management do you provide...at the hospital...at home? ~~~ How many follow up appointments will I have? ~~~ Where is the nearest support group to me? ~~~ Will I have an opportunity to meet with the anesthesiologist before surgery? ~~~ Does he/she have experience with heavier people? ~~~ Will I be on a ventilator? ~~~ Will I have a tube down my nose or throat, when I wake up? ~~~ Will I need a catheter? ~~~ Will I have drainage tubes in my incision...how many...for how long? ~~~ How long will I stay in the hospital...barring NO complications? ~~~ Do you suggest that I wear a binder? ~~~ Will I be experiencing hair loss....if so, what do you suggest I do. ~~~ What do you recommend to avoid vitamin deficiencies? ~~~ How many grams of protein do you recommend daily? ~~~ How common is vomiting?...how can I try to avoid it? ~~~ What is your Food Plan for the first few months post op? ~~~ How does the insurance billing work? ~~~ What MEDS will I have to avoid after WLS...Why...Is this temporary or permanent? ~~~ What else will I need to avoid? Do you have a list of these things printed up? Christine

Wow, there are a few things I didn't think of. Thanks!!! Betsy

Betsy: I am just reading this, and am grateful that you gave this information. I have lost all but 3 pounds of my 10% and know that the referral is within my reach- so having this list of questions, will be valuable! Any words of advise for someone making it to the surgeron and now can taste the sucess that is to follow? Thanks Vicki