When I had my laproscopic RNY surgery, it was a cake walk. I went in on July 9th and was out of the hospital on the 10th. I then was done with the narcotics wednesday morning. I am sure I could have returned to work on Monday the next week without issue.  The only pain I really experienced was when I laid down on my left side, which lasted two weeks. 

So don't fear the pain! I left the hospital at 408lbs  and am currently at 368 lbs, 22 days later.

North Bend. You?

Hi, it doesnt look like this board is too active, but I thought I'd at least say HI.  I'm new so I dont have a lot of info on my profile.  I will say that I was on the lap band board regularly several years ago before and after being banded.  I couldn't remember my user name, so I had to start over.  I think this is a fabulous site and I am determined to stay more active and involved, if not here on the Oregon board, than definitely on the bypass board.  Best wishes to you all.

I forgot to mention that one of the main reasons I considered OHSU was that their office seemed much more willing to work with insurance as things being medically necessary.  I hope eventually to get my tummy tuck and breast lift there.  I have a rash that occurs on my abdomen - skin droops where an old hysterectomy scar is, and I have a really bad seam intersection at the hysterectomy scar and the scar from my spinal fusion (I need zippers).  My internist and OHSU seemed to think insurance might help to repair a lot of that damage, as it is not only cosmetic, it is painful and, as far as the fusion scar goes, I kind of feel like they didn't stitch the underlayers much.  Very weird feeling!  Someday I hope to be put back together again correctly!  

I did have a good visit and am pursuing the tummy tuck with Dr. O'Brien. I thought she was very personable and spent lots of time with me, we asked lots of questions. I had her evaluate for breast lift, augmentation and silicone implants as well. I can't afford that part as of yet, but it was great to get all the information. I originally thought I would do a breast lift only, but I don't think that will be enough to repair the damage done by the weight gain/loss. Looking at online pictures and her books I want the look of the implants. My husband was with me and she was great about including both of us in the conversation, listening to both of our concerns. I will have to admit I didn't realize how complicated and somewhat risky that breast portion could be. Seemed a lot less complications for the tummy tuck. I was hoping more of the fees would be covered with the insurance, but I still have a pretty large out of pocket. But it is manageable and we are going to be cash pay, so will recieve a bit of a discount.

I will most likely be having surgery in early Sept. I also have a mass on my ovary, after receiving the info and a 2nd opinion from a GYN, and multiple tests that lead us to believe the mass is non cancerous we felt we could wait. Mainly because my daughter...and last child at home is leaving for college in the fall and I don't want to be "sick" this last summer with her. I know she understands and would be perfectly fine, but it still is a lot for these final weeks home and I want to enJOY my time with her. I also am leaving for Paris/London in 3 weeks and this is a trip that has been planned, saved for and anticipated for some time. It is just my daughter and I. I can't believe it is happening....what fun it is going to be shopping in my smaller size...of course now I may buy a size smaller anticipating the tummy tuck.

Thanks for thinking of me and checking back!