Since I first posted 2 weeks ago I have a surgery date!

BCBS North Dakota had my papers exactly 3 days then they approved the vertical sleeve. If anyone else is hoping for surgery in ND, go to Bismarck's Mid-Dakota Clinic; they are in a pilot program with BCBS and seem to have no trouble getting approvals.

My surgery date is 7/14/10. I've already ordered the protein shakes for my pre-op diet (no specific amount to lose, just whatever comes off as I do the diet).

I'm still in shock!

Donna

Hi Donna!
Congrats! Time will fly by and before you know it those lbs will be melting away!

The most important thing to follow your dr's program to the letter.. No cheating! Cheating can lead to complications.

Take everything one day at a time and on the bad days remember why you are doing this.

Here's a little tip... I wrote down everything I hated about being "large" and everything I would love to do once I was not.  When I have a bad day (pre and post op) I look at my lists.  It keeps me on track and in a positive mind set.

You can do this!

Congratulations! I am so happy for you getting your approval! Ledaizy is right...the time will go quickly. Soooo happy for you!

Congrats Donna, time will zip on by and we will be welcoming you to the other side of surgery.