Question:
I AM SO NERVOUS..........................

I AM HAVING SURGERY WITH DR RUMBAUT IN MEXICO ON 1-13-05 AND I DO NOT HAVE ANYONE TO GO WITH ME, ALSO I DO NOT HAVE AN ANGEL. WHY AM I SO SCARED, I HAVE DONE MY HOMEWORK OVER THE PAST YEAR AND THOUGHT I WAS READY! HELP!!!!!    — Karen B. (posted on December 18, 2004)

December 17, 2004
Hi Karen. First of all, you wouldn't be human if you weren't nervous for your upcoming surgery. As much research as I did and as prepared as I was, when it came time for me to go into pre-op, I was so scared I had second thoughts. Please realize that this is normal. This is a life altering surgery but you will be so happy you chose this once you start losing and see the benefits that this surgery gives us. Please feel free to email me if you need anything. I wish for you a safe, uneventful and speedy recovery.
   — Stephanie W.

December 18, 2004
I did not have surgery with Dr R, but I do know many, many who have. HE is a very nice guy and I was just speaking to him a week ago when he was here to visit my doc and some of his pts. He is very concerned about your level of comfort (body & mind) while you are there AND ever after. He asked after several people he did years ago and made notes to himself to call them and check on them while he is here. There is no money in that, you know? Only heart. The surgical skills are there, of course! If you email me pvtly, I can send you a pic of him from a week ago.
   — vitalady

December 18, 2004
Of course being nervous is totally normal but when I think back to how I drove myself nuts I laugh at myself and can't imagine why I was so frightened. I thought I was ready, too, and I was so scared I was preparing to jump off the guerney parked right outside the surgical suite - really seriously going to do it - I was just figuring out how to get up without ripping my IV out. Just then my surgeon came up and said "Are you ready for the most exciting day of your life?" and the pre-op kicked in. Off I went - and I am so, so glad I did. My life is immeasurably better and I am so greatful for the opportunity to have had this surgery. Be well, be brave, be confident!! Best of everything to you - Bette
   — [Deactivated Member]

December 18, 2004
HELLO KAREN. I HAVE MY SURGERY FOR 1/19/05 WITH DR.MUTHUSAMY AND YES I'M SO NERVOUS AND EXCITED BECAUSE I CAN FINALLY DO SOMETHING ABOUT SAVING MY LIFE AND MAKING LIFE BETTER FOR THOSE I LOVE. IT'S NOT EASY BUT JUST TRY TO REMEMBER THE REASON YOU'RE DOING IT AND IF YOU HAVE SPIRITUAL LOVE BELIEVE THE CREATOR IS WITH YOU WHEN TRYING HARD TO DO THE RIGHT THING. CHINS UP AND GO FOR IT!!!
   — SHARON21

December 23, 2004
Nervous is normal. Everyone handles it differently. You are having a life changing experience. I would do it again tomorrow and I had complications..big ones. But I have a LIFE again. I would be more than willing to be your angel. Email me privately. [email protected] Faith
   — FaithMills

December 23, 2004
It's very human to be nervous, I just had my surgery on 12/17 and I'm doing well. Everyday I can feel a little better. It is the right thing to do for me and if you have this decision you know it is for you also. I will pray for you and if you need to chat with me please email me. Good luck
   — jenniferw