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Yesssssss I plan to have a Sleeveversary every July 27th going forward :-)

Wow congrats to you...here's wishing you a speedy recovery. I am scheduled for 07/27

Congrats and good luck to you!!!!

Not sure yet, I go in for pre op testing on 07/18, that's 9 days before surgery. I should find out on 07/18.

I'm in Michigan but I have Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama does that count.....LOL

Best of luck to you!!!! Praying for an easy surgery and quick speedy recovery!!

Good morning group!!! Well first of all I would like to say I enjoy this group and it takes away any second guessing and fear from me. I am depressed because I failed my marijuana test, I use for medicinal purposes instead of taking Norco all the time. I have not smoked since March and still failed my test now I have to wait 60 more days before I can retake the test. I was so hyped up about finally getting the test done and having my paperwork sent off to my insurance for approval that I didn't even think about the possibility of failing the test. So now here I am day 2 of 60 feeling depressed and anxious. Just needed to get that off my chest and I will keep reading posts here and try to stay positive

Very good advice I am going to get started on that!!! He has to give me a good reason other than what he is giving me. Thanks

Surgeon

Thanks Matt Z!!! I will push the issue or look elsewhere. I was so ready and now I feel defeated but I will continue to use this time to work on my mind, find recipes, and DRINK MORE WATER!!!!

I do have a medical card, I believe the doctor is more concerned about smoking leading to ulcers and causing a problem with my sleeve afterwards and of course there was the mention of "munchies"...needless to say I was distraught!

Glad you didn't listen to the negativity!!! Wishing you a speedy recovery!!

You look amazing!!!! Keep up the good work!!!

Congrats ladies, I still have 2 more doctor visits for the required 6 consecutive by my insurance. i can't wait, then I have to wait for approval from insurance. Happy May to the both of you!!! Can't wait to hear from you after surgery!!

I have yet to be approved for surgery. 2 more visits with my doc but I joined here so that I could see what I have to look forward and get some pointers....but this post....this post made my day!!!! I laughed to tears over the whole thread (my co-worker thinks I am nuts). Thank you for the info and laugh!!! Have a great day everyone!!!

Yes that's what I love, it's like taking a really nice long nap!!

Good morning all!!!! I am prepping for VSG and I wanted to know if anyone here has had the surgery done with twilight anesthesia? I have had both hips and both knees replaced and 3 of them were with twilight anesthesia. I get really nauseated and sick from general anesthesia and I figured that would be painful to say the least after VSG. I find that recovery from twilight anesthesia is much shorter and no sore throat from a tube being inserted in your throat. I plan on talking with my Dr. once I see him again (already had the consult) and hopefully he will concur. Thanks

Hello everyone!!! I am in the process of getting approved for VSG, I am on my 4th visit with my primary physician. I have had my, consultation, psych evaluation, nicotine test and blood work. I was wondering if it is okay to try a liver shrinking diet plan even before I have a surgery date? It doesn't matter if I am not approved for surgery the first time with my insurance I will continue to submit the request. I have made up my mind that this is what I need and want for me, I know it will be hard and I want to start preparing myself physically and mentally before I even get a surgery date. I am 5'7" and 293 lbs. I am asking because I don't want to do any harm to myself beforehand. Any response is welcomed and appreciated.

Wow thank you so much, I am trying to get my mind where it needs to be. I know it will still be hard mentally but I want to be as prepared as I can. Again thanks for the information!! Continued to success to you as well.