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So here it is the final step before the rest of my life begins So nervous but yet excited at the same time. Starting my liver shrinking diet now. Dr said only need to do it for 2 weeks prior, but want to make sure I am following it so I am starting early. I have so many thoughts and feelings right now..kinda overwhelming. Things seemed like they were dragging on and taking forever to get to this phase...but man when the team decided I was ready I feel like I was grabbed up and SPUN on an axis and just now catching myself. I do remember when the Nutritionist said I was ready & they have submitted my name to the team I immediately said " WAIT, WHAT? NO TAKE BACKS NOW" lol She laughed and said "NO take backs, you are good to go and remember I am here for you if and when you need me". So who is ready to walk this path with me starting the 20th of May! I am in GA btw.

8 days and counting So excited!

Greendragonfly, I have the same issue with the sweetness of protein shakes... I have found a Flavorless protein powder that I really enjoy, it's GenPro2. I get mine at GNC, but it is also on amazon. I also have found that if i pour the premade protein drinks into popsicle molds and freeze them then i can tolerate them better. I have already done my hospital check in just waiting for the same day surgery nurse and anesthesiologist to call for the "interview" with them for the day of information. Looking forward to walking this path with you ! One day at a time !

Looks Like we are SURGERY TWINS walking this path together One day at a time !

Hello! May 20th here! Nervous, excited, unsure of what is truely around the next turn as the page is turned. But mostly EXCITED to be taking control of MY body!

Hello, I know I posted yesterday that I am going thru a MTF for my process. Just wondering if anyone else has had this experience and what I can expect. I do know that the Monthly Initial is limited to only 8 per due to Covid and we are not able to bring anyone with us. My Dr said that they get everything gathered up in a "nice package" that way when all done there is nothing holding back the surgery. What can I expect? I have other additional medical conditions that qualify me for the insurance coverage. Any information or insight is GREATLY appreciated. NOTE: ** Sorry...Military Treatment Facility... AKA Hospital located ON a military installation or post

Sorry...Military Treatment Facility... AKA Hospital located ON a military installation or post

I am a Retired Army Medic. I still have Tricare and my provider & I decided that the Gastric Sleeve would be a good tool for me. She referred me and my 1st appointment with the special clinic at the Military Tmt Facility is on 04 Jan 2021. I am excited, but yet nervous about all the unknows. I have no idea what the process will entail as it is at the MTF. I do know that unknowingly I have already completed a lot of the pre requirements for surgery looking for answers to medical conditions I am already dealing with.