I FINALLY got my date...

tracyb330
on 7/9/08 3:03 am - Temple, PA

I am finally having my surgery on Wednesday, July 23rd. I go for my PAT's tomorrow. I am so excited. I can't believe it's only 2 weeks away. I never thought this day would come. How long do you think it will take for the PAT's? I'm just curious. Thanks.

5'9 and a size 6...I love my tool.

Laureen S.
on 7/9/08 3:15 am - Maple Shade, NJ

RNY on 10/16/07

Congratulations, it will be here before you know it and then you'll be a bonafide member of the loser's bench! PAT's take about 2-2-1/2 hours. . . Good luck and take care, Laureen

My Mantra is that I do not determine my success by the number hanging in my closet, nor will I let the scale determine that success either. . . It is through trial and error I will continue to grow and succeed. . . Laureen

"Success is a journey, not a destination." Ben Sweetland

rita61677
on 7/9/08 3:28 am - Philadelphia, PA

RNY on 08/07/08

thats all...2 - 2 1/2 hours???? they told me 4 hours when they scheduled mine whihc are next monday.

Laureen S.
on 7/9/08 4:37 am - Maple Shade, NJ

RNY on 10/16/07

When I went for mine last year, they told me 4 hours, I was out in 2-1/2 or 3, guess it depends on how quickly everything comes together, just sharing my personal experience. . . Hugs, Laureen

My Mantra is that I do not determine my success by the number hanging in my closet, nor will I let the scale determine that success either. . . It is through trial and error I will continue to grow and succeed. . . Laureen

"Success is a journey, not a destination." Ben Sweetland

Liz R.
on 7/9/08 3:37 am - Easton, PA

RNY on 01/30/07

Congrats! I was there a good 4 hours for my PAT's. That was with Dr Brader but I am sure that most of them are the same. I know I was there much longer then I expected. I recommend bringing a snack along! I had to fast and about 1/2 way through I was queasy and they let me munch - just ask first. Make sure to drink plenty of fluids the day before too! Good Luck! It will all be here before you know it! Liz

tracyb330
on 7/9/08 4:59 am - Temple, PA

RNY on 07/23/08

Thanks for the information. 4 hours is a long time. Oh well, i don't care because I am getting surgery......YEAH!!!!!!!!!!!!!

5'9 and a size 6...I love my tool.

dit657
on 7/9/08 5:12 am - Boothwyn, PA

RNY on 02/18/08

Tracy, congratulations on getting your date(s) - my PATs took about 3 hours - plan for 4 to be on the safe side. I had Dr Boe as well and think he's terrific, but I think all of the surgeons at Barix are great people! So are the nurses - you've picked a great place to start your new life! It won't be long now - these next few weeks are going to fly!! Kathy

'One shoe can change your life'...Cinderella

New_Beginnings_36
on 7/9/08 5:32 am - PA

RNY on 05/27/08

Congrats on your date!! The upcoming days are going to fly by! I had my PAT's done in May and they told me to allow 4 hours. It actually took about 3 1/2 hours but it went by really fast. They were very efficient and everything went smoothly. Wishing you all the best :).....Stefanie

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