Hello Over 50's!

I had my initial consultation at UVA on Tuesday, and it went really well.  They gave me a packet that has a lot of info in it.  There was a 2 hr. seminar (hubby came with for that part).  Then they put each of us in an exam room and the Dr., NUT, and insurance coordinator stopped by to talk, answer questions, etc., then they sent me to the lab for bloodwork (about 5 vials worth!).  Found out my insurance doesn't have a 10% weight reduction requirement, just 6 months of supervised diet.  So, I made an appt with my PCP for the next day and got started on that medically supervised part (wish I'd known that earlier).  I also need to have a psychological evaluation, an EKG and a pulmonary function test done.  So, not too bad!  I asked about a liquid diet before surgery and he said they don't do that.  So, that was nice.  The surgeon agreed that the RNY would be best for me, too.  So, if all goes well, it looks like it could be January of 2016 for me. 

My DD was so sweet when I told her what's going on.  She said not to worry, she would be there to support me - which was so sweet since she's just 12.  But, I won't burden her with adult problems, we'll just work on healthy eating and more exercise together.