Lap band surgery next Friday, August 28th

Greetings fellow mountaineers!  I have been scheduled for lap band surgery on Friday, the 28th!  I am excited and nervous too!  I have really enjoyed reading the message boards and I have found out a great deal!  I really appreciate the people who take the time to post encouragements to others!  Thank you.

Congratulations!! You sound like you're ready for it.  Be sure to post and let us know how it went.   Hugs, Pat

By the way - are you having an "angel" at the hospital for you and your family?   Be sure to let Dr. Shin's office know if you want one. 

Thanks Pat!  I went in today for my pre-op meeting.  They answered a lot of questions, but I am sure I will have plenty more as I go along.  They mentioned the angel program but I didn't know when I needed to sign up.  I wonder if I can just call them tomorrow about it?  I go in the hospital on Thursday and have to stay 2-3 days after surgery.  I am on warfarin (coumadin) for life because of a bout with Pulmonary emboli in both lungs about 6 years ago.  I have "thick" blood, so they extra days are just a precaution.  I can't wait to have this surgery! 
Thanks for making me feel welcome! 

Congratulations on your upcoming surgery!  Prayers to you for a speedy recovery and great success!