NEWBIE here

Hi there... I am Deby I am going to a first meeting at Madigan to start the process.  I have no idea what to expect, they said be prepared to fill out forms etc...and bring someone with me.  No problem. So........I have not a clue of the Pathways process, other than, nutrional, occupational and behavioural appts.???? Any recommends here. I am not telling too many people as it is not their decision. Sounds like alot of comraderie here Nice to meet you all. Deby

Nice to meet you Deby.  Sounds like you pretty much know whats going on.  All you missed is your psych eval at the end of all the other appts. I don't know what you mean by recommendations all I can tell you is to keep calling for appt openings if you have the flextime available, other than that be careful not to **** off Meg.( She's the coordinator)  I've never had a problem with her but I know others who have. Keep comming here with all your questions, and several of us go to the support group meeting on thurs evening.

Hi, Deby - Welcome to the Washington board...  Glad to have you join in!!  I'm not a Madigan patient so can't answer any questions about that process, but I know there are lots of gals out there who have and will continue to help you through the process.  There is a lot of support and friendship here so don't hesitate to post a question, comment, concern, etc. - or to PM any of us if you want as well.  Again, welcome to the Washington board and I wish you a speedy journey through all the red tape so you can get that surgery date!!

Welcome Deby... This is a great board...and a great support!   Good Luck on your progress to get approved! Helen

Hi Deby and welcome!! I have a list on my blog of what to expect from the pathway classes if you want to take a look.  Hope it helps you some and congrats on the start to your new life! Shelley's Blog There are also 2 different support groups that meet at Madigan weekly, one is on Tuesdays at the nutrition clinic and the other is Thursday evenings from 5pm-7pm down by the cafeteria.  Hope you can make it to one of them, they really do help a lot to talk to others who have been through it and it's great to celebrate each others successes as well as help those who are struggling that week.

Hey Deby!  Welcome!  Shelley's blog will tell you a lot (she gave you the link).  Hope to meet you sometime!  ~Annie