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Im also going through HF. I have dr. GANAW. how was the consult with Dr. Carlin? Mine is 8/31. Im excited bet nervous. Sent from my SM-N920P using the BariatricPal App It was great! I really liked him. Very easy to talk to. The 31st was my original appointment with Dr. Carlin but there was a cancellation and since I was done with the pre req stuff they asked if I wanted it. My friend and coworker had Dr. Genaw years ago. She said he was awesome! Funny and so down to earth. Did you write your letter of intent? How about your food journal? I have an appointment with the GI Dr. on the 30th. I hope I can get the EGD done soon. I feel like that's what's slowing me down. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Glad to hear About Dr. Ganaw. Thanks for that info. I have been tracking, somewhat. I was just on vacation, and did not track. Will that be a problem? Doing the letter of intent today. This is just basically why you wa t the surgery correct? I'll post more after the consult. I w I uld love to hear more about your journey. Lets chat more ok? Sent from my SM-N920P using the BariatricPal App For the food journal, i think it will be ok? I was asked about how often I exercise, how much Protein I have in a day, calories, and Water. Have your journal ready just in case. My letter wasn't that long. Only a page. I gave reasons why I wanted the surgery, that I understand the risks, who my support system was, how I plan on using the tool to achieve my goals, etc. Today I had my appointment with the GI doctor. My Upper GI is scheduled for 9/23. More waiting. Yay! Lol. Good luck tomorrow! I look forward to hearing about it! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Saturn, thanks for the info. I called,about the letter. I did not have anything in my binder on it, but all is good. Im nervous, probaly bc I did not keep perfect food journals. Ill let u know how it goes tomorrow. My appt. Is 9:50. Wish me luck???? Sent from my SM-N920P using the BariatricPal App

Im also going through HF. I have dr. GANAW. how was the consult with Dr. Carlin? Mine is 8/31. Im excited bet nervous. Sent from my SM-N920P using the BariatricPal App It was great! I really liked him. Very easy to talk to. The 31st was my original appointment with Dr. Carlin but there was a cancellation and since I was done with the pre req stuff they asked if I wanted it. My friend and coworker had Dr. Genaw years ago. She said he was awesome! Funny and so down to earth. Did you write your letter of intent? How about your food journal? I have an appointment with the GI Dr. on the 30th. I hope I can get the EGD done soon. I feel like that's what's slowing me down. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Glad to hear About Dr. Ganaw. Thanks for that info. I have been tracking, somewhat. I was just on vacation, and did not track. Will that be a problem? Doing the letter of intent today. This is just basically why you wa t the surgery correct? I'll post more after the consult. I w I uld love to hear more about your journey. Lets chat more ok? Sent from my SM-N920P using the BariatricPal App

I have my consult with Dr. Ganaw tomorrow.im excited, and nervous! Sent from my SM-N920P using the BariatricPal App

Who makes the drinks you are talking about? Thanks Sent from my SM-N920P using the BariatricPal App

Im also going through HF. I have dr. GANAW. how was the consult with Dr. Carlin? Mine is 8/31. Im excited bet nervous. Sent from my SM-N920P using the BariatricPal App

Im just curious why so many bariatric plans (diet) vary so much. The surgery is the same, so why do some doctors allow some things on ones diet plan and others don't .One Example: there was a huge debate over drinking alcohol. Im not seeing a standard across the board with these doctors like one would think there would be. I was told never to drink, but I read that one woman said her doctor said she could drink 3 month out. I just find this strange. Any thoughts..... Sent from my SM-N920P using the BariatricPal App

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Just amazing. You look fabulous!!! Sent from my SM-N920P using the BariatricPal App

My,approval only took a out,3,weeks from the time I got the paperwork, then sent it to my doctor, to mu insuran e carrier. Sent from my SM-N920P using the BariatricPal App

Good point, thanks Sent from my SM-N920P using the BariatricPal App

I agree with you Sent from my SM-N920P using the BariatricPal App

I get your gallbladder checked out. That is where the pain starts. I let mine go and had to be rushed to the hospital for emergency surgery. Sent from my SM-N920P using the BariatricPal App

Sounds like you really didn't tolerate it if you experienced dumping. Sent from my SM-N920P using the BariatricPal App

Thats very encouraging Sent from my SM-N920P using the BariatricPal App

I hate to hear that, but thanks. I meet my surgeon on 8/31. I will post what he says, even though I gotta think it will be the same. Sent from my SM-N920P using the BariatricPal App

You sure like the debate!!! Sent from my SM-N920P using the BariatricPal App

You should keep in mind that muscle weighs more than fat. If you are weight training - it's possible to go up a few lbs. Are you taking measurements? And whoever said 2 lbs above goal is concerning was wrong - you could gain 2 lbs from not pooping one day. Being this obsessed with the scale is not healthy. I must disagree with muscle weighing more than fat. One pound is one pound regardless if it's one pound of fat, one pound of muscle or one pound of pickles. A pound is a pound.I do agree with not obsessing about the scale! It will drive you crazy ! Not true, google it Sent from my SM-N920P using the BariatricPal App

So glad tl here that. Im 57 and worried,about age,and healing. Thanks Sent from my SM-N920P using the BariatricPal App

Hi!!! Im 5'1" and 188 im still waiting on a,date. I,have my consult with the,surgeon on 8/31. Im really nervous, i read some horror storys and kinda getting cold feet, but I know of I dont do this my health will steady decline. Keep us posted on how,everything goes. Good luck. Sent from my SM-N920P using the BariatricPal App

Im right there with ya, ramona5555. I have the same bmi and 57 yo. With HBP, i struggle with knee pain daily. No surgery date as of yet. Consult with surgeon on 8/31. Keep up posted on your progress, and good luck to you. Sent from my SM-N920P using the BariatricPal App

You have no idea how hard it is for us with lower Bmi. I believe it is just as hard, and just as easy to put the pounds back on. We just have less pounds, however the struggle is the same. Sent from my SM-N920P using the BariatricPal App

I have a BMI of 34 with high blood pressure. That is why my insurance will cover it. I have the consult with the surgeon at the end of the month. Sent from my SM-N920P using the BariatricPal App

I hear papaya enzyme. You can buy it at,any drug store. Good luck Sent from my SM-N920P using the BariatricPal App

Henry ford dr. Gawnau consultation 8/31???? Sent from my SM-N920P using the BariatricPal App

@cbonet: I to am 57, and do not have surgery date yet, but will be having a consultation with the surgeon on 8/31. I can relate to what you have said. I have missed out and don't want to anymore. Good luck to you. Please keep in touch, and let us know how you are progressing. Sent from my SM-N920P using the BariatricPal App