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Hey, Diane311. This forum is excellent...I am waiting on the phone call to tell me the time! We are sleeve buddies....lets stay connected.... @Changefromwithin.find a hospital or doctor that will do the surgery and make a appointment. At that appointment they will discuss your next steps. Most doctors that specialize already have everything mapped out for you. I started my process last year in November, and they had a waiting list. So now I am getting sleeved tommorrow. Depending on your insurance and the doctor you get to do it it could be quicker...make sure you do all of your research FIRST! Good luck and I am here if you need any assistance!

Thanks change within......I keep telling myself that. I am excited, but nervous. When will you be getting sleeved?

Congratulations!! I go tomorrow.......I am so nervous!

Thanks for the update, will be praying for you. I am getting sleeved tommorrow!

Hi Gang! I just wanted to give you a update: I will be having m surgery on 5/30/12/ I am so excited but a little overwhelmed. I met the surgeon last week and picked a date. It is hard to belive that this is almost over! I am happy for this forum and I think I have a excellent surgeon..........I am soooo ready to be able to sit on the weight losers bench with the rest of you guys. To those who are still waiting, Be patient, and ready! Your surgery date will be here before you know it!

Thanks everyone! I appreciate all of the thoughts and prayers......I WILL NEED THEM ALL! @Newlife2....I only have to do a liquid diet the day before, Im not sure why, but I did ask the doctor. I hope that doesnt stop me from losing a lot of weight!

I am sorry for the loss of your mother. This story had a fairy tale ending. I am glad that you chose to make your life better with both the sleeve and your new boyfriend. God is great! Your husband will realize later that he lost out on a good catch! Keep us posted!

Done! You will be just fine! Make sure you keep us posted on your successful surgery!

Hi, I have BCBS of NC. My paperwork was submitted and approved one week later. This just depends on how slow the company is moving, and if they have all the paper work that is needed at the time. I know it is hard because you are nervous, but you will have your approval soon Blessings, and good Luck!

Hi Everyone, I gave completed everything such as: initial consultion, blood work, met with the psychologist, nutritionist, etc. I guess I am just waiting for my stuff to be submitted to the insurance company....

lololool...........I look forward to reading your blogs! Great Job Hubby!! You know you are losing weight, so now you have something to look forward to!

YAYYYYY I know the feeling!! Congratulations!!!

@Pam and Jcpina.......I will keep you guys in my prayers. Keep the faith!! Keep us updated!

Wow, I understand exactly where you are coming from. Pray for guidence, No one here can tell you if there will be something better or not. We have to live for today and not worry about tommorrow. Check out your motives: Why are you getting this? Are you getting this to live a more healthier life or do you think that you can lose the weight and keep it off? Regardless of the reason, I hope you make the right decision that YOU can live with. No one is in your body or have to carry the weight around. I personally have second thoughts, I meet the surgeon on 5/17/12 and then I look at myself and realize that I can continue to go on like this. Being obese is like being a ticking time bomb.I dont think that I have a choice in the matter, I have tried and tried and nothing seems to work. I am happy with the fact that I am making a decision to save my life. Good Luck in you decision making process!

Wow, I am sorry that you are ill. I pray things get better for you. Keep the faith and make sure that you get in contact with your doctor asap!!!~!

Thanks Lissa. I knew you would be the first to respond! You are a expert LOL.........Thanks so much, hopefully I will not have to have a drain, the thought of it kinda freaks me out. I will ask the surgeon when I go visit if I would need one or not and keep you updated!!

Hey, what drain are you guys talking about? Where is this located at? Thanks!

@Mspecan brown, Thanks! I see you were sleeved at Duke. I am looking to get sleeved at UNC Chapel hill.Thanks for the tips! You loom great keep up the great work! I like you hair, I wish mine was naturally curley lol.

Hello Gang, My insurance approved me today for surgery. I have to meet the surgeon on 5/17/2012. I am soooo Excited! Thank you GOD!! What should I expect now? I am a little confused about the whole process, but extremely happy it is moving FAST!! I even stepped out on Faith yesturday before I knew and brought some chicken broth that I would need after surgery!

Wow! That is great. I am glad that you are on the right path. I know you feel better and look better.

Well I already did the nut evaluation lol... nurtritionist, and bloodwork. I hope that the last step is meeting the surgeon....and BAM....I know they dont require any diet before so wel will see!

Hi, I am a african american potential sleever. I just got approved. I would like to know if the biotin helped with the hair loss? I am currently in the process of going back natural and would like some tips on how to keep my hair within the process. I am looking to be sleeved in the next 2 months or so! Thanks!

Thanks for responding Delta. I know I have to lose 6 pounds! I will keep you updated!!

YAYYYY Congratulations!!

Hi all My my insurance approved me today!! Yayyyy I am so excited!