califmomto4

Hello, I have just started the process of looking in to WLS. I am thinking that it would most likely be a VSG and I have been scouring the board for information. I have tried reading everything that has been shared about the Kaiser process in NorCal but I am still a little confused. I know that the Sacramento Bariatric surgery center is fairly new and I am wondering if there is anyone out there that can give me the step by steps on how their process works specifically. I attended the Information class in Roseville on 1/30. When I left the office, I stopped by Radiology for a mammogram (I just turned 40). I also made an appointment with OB/GYN for a check up and there was an opening on Friday, 2/1. So, that is also out of the way. I messaged my PCP through KP.org and asked for a referral. She told me it was sent and I got a call on 2/6 from the South Sac Kaiser to schedule the Orientation. I will go to Orientation next week. Here are my questions: At my OB appt on 2/1 I was recorded at 318.5 (Honestly more than I expected but that is now on record) Do you get weighed at Orientation If I start dieting now, will I be required to lose weight based on the highest weight or the orientation/surgeon consult weight? Are you scheduled to meet with the Psychologist following the orientation? The surgeon? How much weight are you generally expected to lose before surgery? What kind of diet did you follow? What is the time line from Orientation to Surgery? Thanks in advance!

How long did it take you to lose your ten percent? I am a slow loser...I guess I will wait and see. I have already started following a diet of approx 1200 a day and f2f ocused on protein/low carb. I have cut out all diet soda and coffee...my body just doesn't drop weight that fast. It will probably take me 4-5 months to lose 10 percent...and that's being optimistic! You know how frustrating it is to diet and not see results.

I wonder if its always 10 %...that could take a long time. :-(