MINI-Me

Have you tried Kelloggs Protein H2O? It has 5g of protein & 6 carbs, but at this point, a little may be better than nothing. I actually LIKE the pink lemonade. In fact, I am sipping on some now.

Thank goodness I'm not the only "odd" one out here! :lol0:

If the denial was based only on the missing psy eval, there should be no problem with a quick appeal process. Just take deep breaths. I'm sure your doctor's office is used to the red tape and the process - they will help you out.

:lol0: :001_tt2: :biggrin0: :lol0: :001_tt2: :crying: :biggrin0: :lol0: :001_tt2: :mad: :biggrin0: :lol0: :001_tt2: :001_rolleyes: :biggrin0: I do know what you mean. Understand the limitations and move forward. I am also glad to know that there is removal of negative comments about surgeons since it helps me to be a better consumer. I value this board also - it's been great to get so many options, opinions, and thoughts of people who have had or are considering the surgery. Thanks!

Sorry - My doctor just did this simple letter & attached all the records. Hopefully someone else out there has a different example. Best of luck!

I love it!!!! It looks absolutely perfect for your face and complexion.

Welcome to VST and congratulations on your date. I'm on the 27th & I totally relate to the pre-op diet part!!!!

I have some of the same issues - I can between 5 - 7 pounds when my period is about to start. I also have HUGE cravings for sweets and chips/salsa. I hope my sleeve can help me work around it. The head I have to deal with, but at least my tummy won't be sending me signals as well.

I've definitely had the headaches with sugar withdrawal. Tylenol may help with it, but it didn't help me much. Just keep plugging along. You are almost there!

I'm about 8 weeks behind you, so I'm not sure if I would be a good support or not. I'm sure someone on the boards will be willing. If not, send me a PM and we can help each other out.

Hopefully this will help. My letter was very simple - they just attached it to my labs and post op exam notes (on clinic letterhead): Dr. _________: After post op exam on ________, Sally Jane, DOB xx/xx/xx, is cleared to proceed with surgery for a gastric sleeve. Sincerely, Dr. Smith xxx-xxx-xxxx

My doctor uses a 36 - he says it leaves a space comparable to a thumb when everything is said and done. It will hold between 60 and 90 cc. There is a great thread out here to give you a visual ... Boughie size comparison Welcome and best of luck!

Thanks JageK - I hope I didn't offend. That was not my intent at all. I sincerely apologize if I came across that way. I was telling Tiff in a PM that I think I've got a good case of cold feet. My surgery is next Wednesday and I think I kinda panicked when I saw an experienced sleever asking for help. Yes, I realize this is a tool and it will change the way I eat forever. I know that if I work around the tool I will have weight loss/gain issues. I wasn't very helpful with your plea and I for that I am sorry. I was being selfish - I too have this addiction/disease and I so desperately want to succeed. The best of luck to you. My nut and paperwork are very clear - follow the plan and you will succeed. She wants me to write everything down that I put in my mouth - including 64 oz of Water a day. Hopefully if you focus on the basics you will meet your goal in no time.

I love my Wii Fit - I call it my trainer with attitude. If you miss a day, it holds you accountable. If you don't do well on an event it says something "Hmmm ... That doesn't seem to be your thing." I think you will quickly progress beyond the Wii Fit. The good news is that the Wii Fit Plus only costs $19.99. That has a lot more functionality. Good luck with whatever you choose.

Thanks guys ... I'll let you know how things go. Yahoo!

I guess I'm really confused. What could you be eating that is "so bad" that you would stop losing weight? I keep hearing from everyone "you just can't fail" ... you eat less and you lose weight. Are people really maintaining at 1200 calories? If so, how is that possible. Doesn't the human body need more calories to exist? 1200-1500 is what I've always done to lose weight ... Of course, my problem is keeping it off. Can someone chime in? I'm starting to wonder if this is the right tool for me. I don't want to diet the rest of my life. Eat healthy and make good choices, yes. But not diet - no more WW, Jenny Craig, Nutrisystem, etc.

The best way to understand the breakdown is to ask for an itemized estimatation of services. That will show you what is being paid for each procedure - including OR time and room charges.

Very good news! Can't wait to hear that the "stick turned blue"!

Can't wait to hear how things went. Thinking of you!

LOL - Pretend that you are a spa? Sorry - no advice. That's actually the part I'm looking forward to. Resting, walking, and sipping. Sounds like paradise to me.

While I am not sure of the exact numbers, Dr. Umbach has done thousands of bariatric procedures and certainly more than 15 sleeves. Not sure of the exact numbers or how OH gets them, but it sounds like they need to update those numbers. However, I agree - everyone should do their own research and make sure they are comfortable with their surgeon. Of course, I haven't physcially been there yet. However, my conversations with the doctor and staff, research, and word-of-mouth information have made me comfortable with my decision. And, that's all I can do. :thumbup:

Me too! :thumbup:

My pre-op diet is 2 Protein shakes a day plus one meal of lean protein and veggies. If I need more food, I can supplement with low-calorie veggies and sugar free jell-o. I must admit, I panicked at first. But, I'm not as hungry as I thought I would be. (I just finished Day 6.)