I'm Home!

Had my Verticle Sleeve Gastrectomy (VSG) October 1 at the Cleveland Clinic.

They kept me there a week, came home Tuesday Oct 7.  Just had to run around and get things set-up for home post-op.

I'm doing well.  Muscle discomfort.  Still have my drain in as I am the "risky" patient  I'm still draining quite a bit of fluid.

While in there, they did the sleeve, fixed a hernia and did a liver biopsy.  So, because of all that, they wanted to keep the drain in another week.

The Doc (Dr. Schauer), the hospital, staff, and bariatric unit were AWESOME!  I had a HUGE private room!

Anyways adjusting to a mix of liquid and puree....I'm being really careful and haven't push my ne stomach yet.

Hi Don,

Congrats!  Remember that sipping water and walking are your two best friends right now!

Wishing you continued success!

OMG...you are so brave....take it easy...don't overdo...follow the rules...and I'm thrilled for ya!  Keep us updated.

Rosemary

It is nice to hear a positive hospital experience! A couple of my relatives had procedures done at ClevelandClinic and they had nothing but good things to say as well. Sounds like you had alot done... I wish you well and a speedy recovery!

YAY!

Hi Don - So glad to hear tht things went so well for you! You've worked so very hard to get healthy and so deserve to be there! Congratulations and best wishes for continued health and success!
Mary (Molly P)

Welcome home!  Glad to hear that you are doing good.  Follow Dr's orders and keep us posted on your progress.

Don,
Welcome home and congratulations on your surgery! The first few weeks are the most difficult, so hang in there. Don't forget to keep sipping and walking. I'm glad that you had such a positive experience in the hospital.

Keep us up to date as you progress.

Hugs,
Lisa

Welcome home!! I am so glad to hear you are doing well!! Take it easy & follow dr's orders!! You are going to do awesome!!!
Cece