A little disappointed

So I worked a contract position until Christmas cause I figured I'd have my surgery scheduled for sometime in March.  However, everything I'm seeing on line now looks like it won't be till May.  I wanted to have the surgery before my 50th Birthday and now it looks like I'll have to go find another job for several months.  I feel really bad taking on a job an then have to go on sick leave for 4-8 weeks.  I'm getting really disappointed with the whole process.  Don't get me wrong I really really want the surgery but it feels like you take one step forward and then two back.

Sorry to hear about your delay. I was for my pre-op this week and they said it could be delayed for hours or even days if they don't have any beds. Even the thought of that worries me because you get yourself psyched up for a certain timeframe. There's nothing we can do about it but know that it will eventually happen. Good things come to those who wait! Hang in there!

Thanks, Nice to know I'm not the only one worried about this.  It took only 9 months for two friends to have their Gastric By-Pass from referral to surgery, and they were not on the cancellation list either.  For me it will be more than a year, in fact close to 14 or 15 months.

I was referred last January and am still waiting for surgery date. I have been to all appointments but I guess I failed the social worker now have to see a shrink in February. Wasn't expecting that delay. Be thankful you've come this far and all will work out, I just roll my eyes and go with the punches. It's going to happen , later than sooner...lol

I know it feels like such a long time, but in the grand scheme of things, a few months will mean nothing. Keep your spirits up, trust me, I know how frustrating the process can be, but in the end, it is so worth it. I have my life back. Good luck.

I just think I'm in a bigger hurry cause I went through this process in 2008 and decided not to do the surgery.  I have spend the last years trying to lose weight with no success.  I'm ready and know I want to do this.  I know the end it is worth it.  But waiting is terrible.

We all have to wait our turns, its not only you. Dont count on anything until you hear for sure. Even when you are booked, they could reschedule you. You say you are getting really disappointed with the process, then dont do it. Stop complaining or back out again ... your choice.

Wow nice support.  I thought this forum was for support. 

not very supportive and actually just plain old rude!  She was just voicing her frustrations as MANY have before......  if you have nothing nice or supportive to say don't say anything!

Wow with that attitude, maybe you should consider not doing the surgery. The OP is right .. this forum is for support... if you can't give that then I would suggest not posting.