BexRNY

Okay - here's the back story: I've gone through my 6 month approval process, jumped through all hoops, and finally got my surgery date (yay!), but over the past 6 months I've developed a general "bad feeling" about my surgical group! (Always an hour+ wait for office visits, poor staff communication, lack of personal attention from surgeon, etc...) I honestly always feel rushed and "blown off" when I'm there, like they're understaffed and carry too many patients. Soooo, obviously this doesn't make me feel super confident going into a major surgery. My question is...is it possible to switch surgical groups once insurance has approved? Does anyone have experience with this? I don't want to be that cranky patient who demands all their medical records and causes a scene lol - but at the same time, this is my health and safety, and a long term post-op healthcare relationship we're talking about! I would love to have a surgeon who's better at explanation and communication. Thanks for any insight, friends - I appreciate it! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

August 24th, here! Start the pre-op liquid diet on the 14th, and I'm nervous about that, but so excited overall! I feel like there are a million things to do and prepare for between now and then. Who's with me?! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Finishing up my requirements next week, shooting for a July date for my surgery, and I'm stressing about something silly...BRAS! I'm a chesty gal (G cup) and I've heard a few horror stories about underwire rubbing incision spots immediately after surgery. Ouch! Going without a bra would no doubt be uncomfortable, especially if my drain tube is high. Anyone have advice on finding soft, wire free bras for bigger girls? Thanks in advance! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Awesome, thanks for all the info, girls! Anyone have experience using an over-the-head sports bra after surgery? Wondering if it'll be hard to raise arms up and wiggle the thing on due to soreness... Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App