Referral sent in...telling people

Hi, 

I saw my family doctor back in June and he sent a referral to the OWMC. Apparently something needed redoing and now instead of being referred in June they have me in the pile of people referred in August. I found this out by calling. Very frustrated but trying to be patient. So as I wait for the orientation session I debate telling anyone. Any suggestions on telling anyone? How long did you wait to tell people? Can I do this on my own until I need a ride to the hospital for surgery?  This is what I think about while I wait for orientation, aside from when will that letter come.

I do enjoy reading through this forum, it is very helpful to read through...thank you

Once my surgery was scheduled, I told everyone.

I told people much like I would tell them about any other surgery.  How long would you wait to tell people you were having your gall bladder removed or a hip replacement or a hysterectomy?  Would you wait until you need a ride to the hospital or tell people in advance?

I told people I was going to a WLS seminar (first step in the process for me).  If people didn't ask I didn't mention it for awhile until I had more info to share.  Not everyone was supportive, they felt I should be able to lose on my own. (several discussions about why I could not, meds, etc.)  If they asked questions I answered as best I could.  Meanwhile I kept digging for info for myself, it is a major surgery and I wanted to make an informed decision, and I did.  Good luck

Pre-op, I only told people who needed to know in case I died on the table.  So.. my partners, my parents, my brother, and my three best friends.  I also told my voice teacher because my recovery had an impact on my lessons.  

I wrestled with telling people post-op, and finally did about 4 months post-op.  I think I just needed to be sure that things were going to work and that I felt secure.  My friends have been nothing but supportive, since they're awesome :D

I told everyone and am still very open about it. My only regret is telling HR as they made my return to work more difficult when it didn't need to be.