Surgery Consult

Hey ya'll
  Sorry it took me so long to get back to the forum after my consult at UVa on Thursday.  I spent the night with my folks in Scottsville and they have no internet or even a computer.   I had the consult and someone should have told me the lab work was a non-fasting study.  I was a grump most of the day.  But it's over and it looks like I'll have my surgery sometime in November or early December.  I have to fufill my requirements of my insurance and do a doctor supervized diet for 3 months.  The seminar was very informative and I learned a lot.  Once I spoke to Dr. Schirmer, he felt I was an excellent canidate for either WLS surgery, but we decided to do Lap-Band based on my determination to see it through and the less invasive nature of the surgery.  I was very glad to finally meet with him and his staff.  They were very personal and pleasant to deal with.  Only one complaint...the WAIT!!!! That is one busy office.  From the time the seminar ended and I finished my bloodwork, I waited three and a half hours until I saw the doctor.  I was a little cranky and I know it was from not eating and lack of sleep.  (I was up at 3:00 AM that morning, I guess I was nervous.)  I will have a psyc. evaluation and the good thing is that I can use my old doctor from years ago.  On the whole, it was a good experience.  I'll have a definate date in three months.  Yeah!!!

Waverly that is just fantastic news!!!  And you're gonna be a fellow bander too.  You are sooo embarking on an amazing journey, my friend.  I'm doing the Snoopy happy dance for you!!!  Remember to keep coming here & being a part of our ohana...we will walk you through every step of your journey.  (((((Waverly)))))   Woo hooo!!!

I am glad things went well!  You are going to do great!  And Dec will be here before you know it.

Sounds like things went great!  It is so good to find a doctor that listens to you & what you want!

Wonderful news Waverly!! I'm so glad it all went well for you.  Can't wait to follow your progress on your journey back to health and fitness!!! 

I'm glad things are coming along wonderfully. Hope the next few months fly by and you're on your way!

All best!

Waverly at least you are on your way and getting things into action! Believe it or not these next few months will pass very quickly and you will be in surgery before you know it! Get used to waiting lol! You will have some others when they do the preop tests!

Jackie

Congrats!  Your day will be here before you know it!  You will have much success and I wish you the best!

Tammy

Thanks Ya'll!  I'm getting myself motivated.  Since last Thursday I've lost 14 lbs.  Yummy tuna!   I made my appointment to see the psycologist for my evaluation.  I go tomorrow!  Plus I called a buddy of mine with a large carriage like me to go walking at the park starting Weds.  I'm ready to roll.  Thank you again for the support.