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I've told my mom, boyfriend, 2 of my close friends at work and my bosses. I don't really want to tell a lot of people. Not because I'm ashamed, just because I don't feel like dealing with their opinions. lol

I have to have a sleep study due to my neck size. Has anyone had to have one of these? What was your experience like? I definitely didn't account for this in the process! Any feedback would be helpful!

Thanks!

I called the bariatric center and they ran my insurance for benefits, and I was seen 2 weeks later! Super easy process for me! Good luck!

Syntrax matrix Peanut Butter cookie with almond milk and ice, blended!

Also premier chocolate!

April!

Hey all! Long time lurker to these boards while contemplating surgery! That has all changed today! I had my initial consultation today with my surgeons office. I have to complete a fitness test, sleep study, nutrition counseling and a mental health visit before finally meeting with the surgeon! All the appointments are scheduled between today and Feb 28th! at that point we will submit for surgical approval! Everyone on this board is great and I'm looking forward to making friends to go through this journey with!

I'm also thinking of making a YouTube vlog!

Please don't hesitate to write if you are in a similar stage and looking for friends!

Good luck everyone!

Hey! I'm Ashley. I'm 27 and I live in Cincinnati. I have a desk job and i have gained probably 65 pounds in 5 years. No Bueno. I am in the process of moving into my own place from having roomates, and having this surgery. It will all happen within 2 months of eachother and I am so happy! My consultation appointment with the surgeon's appointment is in 18 days! I'm so excited about everything!

I'm still in Pre-Op. But...

1. I hit the 300 mark

2. My blood pressure went to pre-hypertension.

3. I am now having aches and pains from the excess weight.

I just started my process. I submitted my information to the Surgeon's office on 1/2/15. I got a call today saying that my benefits came back and I was approved to be seen. My consultation is Feb 6th. At that time I will schedule nutrition and psych visits. Once i'm done with my visits, surgery authorization will be sent in and then surgery will be scheduled. I do not have a 6 month weight loss diet to do. They said an April/May Surgery is realistic!