I have a date!

mominkaty
on 11/30/10 1:43 am - Houston, TX

and I'm freaking out just a little. You all have been a great source of comfort during this journey. I started it back in August saying how scared/unsure I was about this entire process and trying to get my head wrapped around the fact that this surgery is the last "tool" I have to get this excess weight off.

The process has gone quicker than I expected. I've done my 3-month nutriotional and had my psych consult. Had a visit with Dr. G two weeks ago. I had only lost about 5 lbs. of the 30 he wanted me to lose and wanted to see my again yesterday. I managed to lose another 8 (even with a birthday and Thanksgiving during that time period).

When I saw him yesterday, he was pleased that I had lost some more. I fully expected him to say he wouldn't do the surgery until I lost more, but he told me to schedule the date. Walked me right out to the lady who schedules surgeries and we did booked it right then.

Then...I got home and realized I agreed to December 22. What was I thinking??? Now, I'm a little stressed about the possibility of not being home Christmas Eve, but everyone assures me that if all goes well, I should be in and out in three days.

When I get a moment to let it all sink in, I'll post with the questions I have.

Thanks.

Sarah448
on 11/30/10 1:54 am - Friendswood, TX

RNY on 07/15/08

What a GREAT Christmas present to yourself - CONGRATULATIONS !!!

I only stayed one night in the hospital and went home the next day, but that isn't typical. You should be going home on Christmas Eve, barring any issues (very rare with Dr. G).

mominkaty
on 11/30/10 12:41 pm - Houston, TX

RNY on 12/22/10

Thanks. I haven't had time to think of it as a Christmas present to myself. Maybe I'll have to ask Dr. G to tie a red bow around himself before they wheel me into surgery!

Phyllis M.
on 11/30/10 4:25 am - Irving, TX

RNY on 10/16/07

CONGRATULATIONS !!

You'll be home for Christmas Day probably...............surgery on 22, spend the night - - maybe another night (I stayed for 2 nights) and when home on the 3rd day..........

I wouldn't have a problem post-poning Christmas for a day - for this PRESENT !!  lol

((((((((((we are here for ya))))))))))))))))

Pease check out Dr. Connie Stapleton's Website. A lot of good information on there for all WLS patients regardless of the surgery you chose. Good luck to all and I'm here for you if you want to send me an email. I'll answer it as soon as possible.
Total Lost: 139 lbs
Current Weight: 263
As of 11-10-13 I have had weight gain. Not happy about that.
RNY: 10-16-07 = 338: Highest weight: 350+ Lowest Weight: 199

mominkaty
on 11/30/10 12:42 pm - Houston, TX

RNY on 12/22/10

I'm starting to feel more comfortable -- thanks to this forum! Thanks for the reassurance.

Karla Lewis
on 11/30/10 8:28 am - Livingston, TX

RNY on 01/23/06

congrat on having a date. You will most likely be home by Christmas eve. What a great Christmas gift to yourself. Best wishes for your surgery!

Karla

Karla Lewis     337/194/175
Lap RNY 1-23-2006     Dr. Terry Scarborough   Houston, TX
Lipo 4-27-2007           Dr. David Wainwright      Houston, TX
LBL 11-13-2007           Dr. David Wainwright      Houston, TX
BL & brachioplasty 7-18-2008       Dr. David Wainwright Houston, TX