I've heard that the 2010 insurance codes have come out and the vertical sleeve is now in there. Anyone here with inside insurance knowledge?

Thanks Steve I am ready!  I just have one more work day left, Monday.

The only issue I have with the protein drinks is the film that it leaves on my teeth!  I could brush after every drink and still have film on my teeth and gums!  

There is another gal in my office that had WLS in 2005.  I started working with her 2006 so I had never seen her pre-op.  I saw a photo of her pre-op the other day and had NO CLUE that's how heavy she was!   Truly amazing!   Another co-worker had her surgery on 11/02 and she's already back to work and doing good.  

Everyone in my office knows and I don't really care.  I've said that from the get go.  My therapist says that if you don't tell people they are going to either figure it out or think that you have cancer or something.  There are a few who have difficulty (or should I say... opinions) with it but for the most part everyone is supportive.

I've been on a pre-op diet for nearly six weeks now.  I do miss food sometimes but it's really amazing how little food we need to survive!  I'm actually enjoying the freedom from food.  I feel like it's not holding me down anymore!  Food had some sort of spell on me and while I'm not fully cured I sure do feel like I'm breaking free from that spell!

I'll be thinking of you too Steve.  You have the advantage of your gender on your side so I'm sure the weight will just melt off you!

See you on the other side!

Had out first meeting - all 3 of us :D

Great info was shared and we are planning to see each other again in Jan.  I learned a few things and I think they may have from me as well.  As you know - it's not always about the process of surgery - eating and vit - sometimes - it's also about just being there. 

I met with a gal who is 3 years out and another almost 1 year out.  Both had stories that helped each other. 

I hope to ask my friend who is a nutrit to join us for a meeting.

Thanks for your support
Mary - on Vashon

Keeping my fingers, toes, eyes crossed for you Billie Jo. Keep us updated as soon as you find out!!!

Hugs,
Kathy

My surgery is next week and I just can't seem to focus at work!   I've got today, Friday, and Monday left and I feel like an awful employee!  Does anyone have any suggestions?