MamaSill

Don't be nervous! They ask some pretty general questions and then give you an online form to fill out. Just answer honestly and you will be ok.

@@glitzandglam I guess I will see you at the group nutrition class!

I also had to get cardiac clearance. My EKG is abnormal 2 out of 3 times. I have had 4 stress tests in the last 10 years- always looks good including the echo. That works out nicely that you can get yourself in quickly! I hope that everything goes well! I understand about your BP issue being a reminder. I feel like their have been so many changes in my body in the last year- as if it is giving up. Just in the last month- BP, Diabetes and now an issue with my thyroid. I am looking forward to getting healthy! I start the liquid on Tuesday the 24th. I see him the 26th also- what time is your appointment? Mine is at 8:30 but I will be there most of the day because I have to wait around for the 2:00 group nutrition class.

I just got my surgery date- feb7! We might be in the hospital at the same time! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Your article is very informative-thank you! I am pre-op due for gastric bypass in February. I am going to have my husband read this so he will better understand what I will be doing.

That is awesome! I am waiting on insurance but they said I should be able to be scheduled the middle of February. I really like and trust Dr. Moazzez. I know you will be fine!

Good luck with your surgery! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Who is your doctor? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Dr. Halmi Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App I am hoping for mid February also. I have Dr. Moazzez. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

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When are you scheduled for? Who is your doctor? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

@@cnewbodyreno They have just submitted to insurance so now I wait. I decided to have the Gastric Bypass instead of the sleeve as I have developed diabetes and I think it will help a little more. Where are you in the process now?

@@Djmohr Thank you for always being the voice of reason. I love to read your posts. I am a couple of months away from surgery. I decided because of much that I have read here to start counseling now to begin the change in my thinking about food. I find it sad that people go through this major surgery unprepared for reality. I am grateful that I found this sight and appreciate the "tough love".

@@JMill 72 - Thank you for your original post here. You articulated exactly what I was feeling but had not put into words yet. I too suffer from GAD which is part of the issue. We have to change the negative rhetoric we allow in our brains! In my research over the last year I have found lots to fret about. I think I am going to spend some time just looking at the positive stuff out there about bariatric surgery! Thanks everyone for your responses- I feel inspired!

I see a difference in both of you- good work!

I am having surgery in Feb and have been finding lots of great information here! I have noticed that many mention sugar free popsicles and other SF items. I am sensitive to artificial sweeteners but can use stevia. Is there anyone else that does not use artificial sweeteners and what do you eat-especially right after surgery? Thank you!

Thank you both for the information! Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

I am out in Gainesville, VA. I have my first appointment with the surgeon on Thursday so I am a few months behind you! I would love to keep in touch, share stories and ideas on this process!

Great job on quitting smoking! I know how difficult that is to do( I quit a few years ago) but so worth it. I see we are seeing the same doctor! I have my first appointment this Thursday. I am feeling so ready for this. I have not decided between the Gastric sleeve or the bypass yet. I have done the research but would like the docs input. Since we are local lets keep in touch and keep each other motivated for every step of this journey!

I am in Gainesville and have my first appt at Inova/Fair Oaks in Oct