Did I really just commit to this????

Hey all!

Yesterday I had my initial consultation with my surgeon. Although it will be at least 4 months before I (hopefully) get approved for my RNY, I can't help but be over the moon excited that I can have a life where my weight doesn't stop me from enjoying life. I am currently at HW of 299 and I have been pouring over the forums, laughing,  crying and overall being so amazed at the supportive posts, so I decided to join. My surgeon will be Bradley Schwack in the NYC area. Has anyone had any experience with him? Should I not be excited until I get approved? 

Hi Kizzy

I am new to all this myself but I would say YES be excited!  You have made the decision for a healthier lifestyle and that is awesome.  It actually took me nearly 3 years of going back and forth trying to decide if this is what I actually wanted to do but once I went ahead with that decision I am so happy I did.  Sorry I cant answer the question about your surgeon as I am in CA.  I hope you don't have to wait long for your approval though.  Rejoice in your decision for the positive changes you want good for you!   

When I had my initial consultation with the surgeon, he thought I was a good candidate for the surgery, but he told me he wanted me to loose some weight (no specific amount).  My internal reaction was, "why bother, I will just regain it."   One second later I realized, "No, I will not regain it, that is what the surgery is for."  Just the promise of the surgery helped me make good decisions and lose weight pre-surgery (not an easy feat considering it was from Halloween to Christmas).  

So, use your four months before surgery - get as healthy as possible!!  Best of luck.    

You're so right Sharon, I am already making better eating decisions. I find myself falling out of love with food and more in love with a happier healthier me! This is the biggest decision that I have ever made and I look forward to the challenges ahead.

I say get excited! Not only that but start making healthy changes now to prepare yourself for your new lifestyle!  Before surgery I spent time educating myself and I began a low carb high protein diet so that I woudn't miss carbs as much after surgery.  I also quit caffeine, carbonated beverages, and alcohol.  If you're a smoker quit smoking as well.  Get yourself as healthy as you can before surgery because it'll make for a smoother recovery and it'll be easier for you to follow your plan.  Good luck!

I have done Atkins consistently for about 3 years so carbs aren't a huge issue but boy do I love a whiskey diet after a rough day of work! As much as I try not to be, I am so excited! But reading all of these posts about insurance companies denying coverage, (although I have done my research and called my insurance company several times) I am still so scared. :(

I don't know where you live but there is a great support group that meets in both Nassau and Suffolk Counties on Long Island. It is called LIPO- Long Island Post Operatives. People from all different Hospitals and surgeons. I fluctuated between happy/nervous/and in shoc****il the surgery came.

I live in the NYC area but thanks for the info! Hopefully I can find a similar support group here. For me, it's happy, nervous, shock, disbelief, worry, excitement, and so many other emotions. Glad to know I am not alone in the madness that is my feelings. 

I know just how you feel.  After my initial consultation, it seemed so weird that in a year, I'd be a ton smaller and so much healthier.  It seemed like a pipe dream.  And I'm not to my goal yet, but it has been so worth it!  

I can hardly wait!!!!