Lost1

Hi my name is Lost1. I started the Gastric Bypass journey only one month ago. Things have moved rather quickly for me. Some would say I am lucky. I would say it's making me more nervous. My insurance has put up no real fight. I didn't require a 6 month supervised weight loss /diet plan. Nor was I required to have a psychiatric assessment. However, my doctor Ihor Fedorak required a assessment by a local counseling office and a ultra-sound for possible gallbladder issues. In 4 short weeks, I have met with my NUT, a psychologist, a doctor who conducted my ultrasound, my own personal therapist for a referral letter and of course attended a 3 hour class. Things are at a stand still now. My assessment results are being faxed over to my doctor in the next few days, my gallbladder has one big stone (1 1/2 inch) present so it will be removed during surgery. Everything else is in order. I have to have my co-pay amount at the time of surgery. Which is $350 dollars which again from reading all your stories I am very, very lucky. My surgeon is running appointments into November and December. They're thinking my surgery will take place later next month. Around the 20th. I am very excited and yet very nervous. The 10 days before surgery eating barely nothing is going to make me feel very sick. I am diabetic and am not looking forward to that. But, I am on the cheery side and feel ready. Thanks to everyone who post their stories and their questions on this site, this has been my "run to" site when I know I can't call my doctor @ 3:00 am. I appreciate your honesty and your experiences. They have been very helpful to me. <3

Hi there, I am having surgery on Nov 24th. I was just wondering if anyone in Colorado is getting sleeved this month? I was originally having gastric bypass but my doctor encouraged me to get sleeved. So here I am.. Getting nervous... Days are flying by.

I reside in Colorado Springs, Co.. Does anyone share the same state as me? If so, do you know any great support groups near us that are awesome? I know of 2.. Maybe we can share ideas. I only ask so I can build up my support system. There is something to be said for people being local. Thanks!

Hi! My surgery date is the 24th. I feel a little guilty, I have a 2 day pre-op diet. I will start mine on the 22nd.

They roll you in on a bed that lifts up. Then you slide onto the operation table with the assistance of nurses.

I love Dr. Chae. He is an awesome doctor! You're getting sleeved this week? You must be so excited to start your new life.

Wow congrats on your successful surgery! I will be joining you on the loser's bench Nov 24th!! Wooot, wooot!

Sorry for the delay in response. I am looking to lose 100 lbs. My surgery is scheduled for 11/24. I am getting super nervous. Do you know when your surgery date is yet?

Thanks HappygoSusan!

Hi there, My doctor is in Parker also. Dr. Matthew Metz. He is awesome. How much are you looking to lose? I am sure you will make it in December.

Yes, it is. You have to be added and it's very private. You should totally join in!

I got married on 11/11 @ 11:11 am. That is also my favorite day!

Hi there, I am sure everyone of you that made this choice had a reason. Maybe your doctor choose, maybe you did.. I want to know why you chose the Sleeve over Gastric Bypass. My doctor won't make the choice for me.. I have asked what his medical opinion is and he just shakes his head and states that it's up to me. He thinks I am bordering both procedures. I need to make up my mind before it's submitted to insurance. They're waiting for me now. Any input would be appreciated. Thank you!

I am extremely nervous. I am excited to see the weight come off more though. Which leads to excitement.

My date is 11/24 (Got my date 1 hour ago). I am both nervous and excited. I will be having my gallbladder removed at the same time. I will start my liquid diet 2 days before surgery. ~ Colorado

Well said.

That's exactly why I am on this site. Because, people here care about each other.

Hi there, I am sure everyone of you that made this choice had a reason. Maybe your doctor choose, maybe you did.. I want to know why you chose the Gastric Bypass over the Sleeve procedure. My doctor won't make the choice for me.. I have asked what his medical opinion is and he just shakes his head and states that it's up to me. He thinks I am bordering both procedures. I need to make up my mind before it's submitted to insurance. They're waiting for me now. Any input would be appreciated. Thank you!

So do I. There are other medicines I can "try" but none have worked so far.

I don't like the idea of having my intestines rerouted. I don't like the thought of "dumping" or with not being able to take certain meds anymore. I am very fearful of needing something later in life like ulcer erosion. However, I know this is a tool not the whole picture is placed on having the sx. With Sleeve I don't like the fact that it can make GERD worse .Some say it doesn't work as great as gastric bypass. I am not sure about that.. Not enough research done on my part to analyze that topic. I am diabetic, high blood pressure, knee and back issues & sleep apnea. I do. I have a friend who had the sleeve and she loves hers.

Thank you WildGoose for your input. I too agree this is life changing. I only have one shot per my insurance so I need to choose wisely. Your "wording" made perfect sense to me. I appreciate you very much!

I appreciate your post very much. Thank you! I am still torn, but I am sure I will make the right choice for me.

How did everyone's surgery go that had it yesterday? I am excited for you all.

I say call!! Encourage them to hurry it up..

I am really sorry you had this experience. How are you feeling now? Hang in there, and keep the site updated. You're in my thoughts.