Scrapping1
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Shelley, Funny you should ask because I have been thinking the same thing! Laura
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Hi, I am a to be banded in Florida. Original surgery date was 1/26, but my EKG last week was abnormal and now I have appointments next week with cardiologist. I am disappointed because I was READY to get started on this life changing journey. Keep in touch, LB
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banded 1/21/09 and not feeling so hott!!
Scrapping1 replied to BABYGRACE1213's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi, hope you start to feel better! I haven't been banded yet but hopefully soon! Originally scheduled for surgery tomorrow, but my EKG was abnormal at pre-op, so...now I have to see cardiologist and get clearance. Take care and keep us posted of your success. Laura -
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Love your blog! Good ideas and recipes. I am a to be banded soon. Laura
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Hi Shonia,
Hope you had a great weekend.
I was originally scheduled for my lapband surgery tomorrow, 1/26, but had an abnormal EKG at pre-op on Tuesday, 1/20. My surgery has been post poned for now until I have clearance from cardiologist. I have never had any heart problems before in my life. I am so, so disappointed that surgery is being delayed.
Have a great week! Laura
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Hi, Shelley,
Hope your weekend was great!
I was originally scheduled for my surgery tomorrow, 1/26, but had an abnormal EKG at pre-op this past Tuesday. I am so disappointed right now. I have an appointment on 2/5 with cardiologist to see what's going on with my heart. I have never had any heart problems in the past. Hopefully the EKG was not working properly or something of the sort! I was so looking forward to getting started on my new life journey with my lapband. Have a great week! Laura
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Sunny, I was originally scheduled for my lapband surgery tomorrow, 1/26, but hit a bump in my road. Went to my pre-op at hospital on Monday, 1/20, and my EKG was abnormal. So, Wednesday I get a call from my surgeon's office to let me know that surgery has been post-poned until I receive clearance from cardiologist. So, now I have to go to cardiologist on 2/5 for initial visit. I was so disappointed! I was so much looking forward to getting started on my new life journey. Hopefully my hearts is fine (never had any problems before) and the EKG machine is in error! But, if not this could have saved my life (so that's what everyone is telling me). I have been doing research since November on lap band surgery and have heard the good and bad. It seems liked the good has been the best pro! Anyway, good luck with your surgery! I will be thinking of you. LB
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Hi Jed and Wife,
I will be banded on Jan 26th in Jacksonville.
I start my pre-op diet tomorrow.
Who is you and your wife's surgeon?
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Newbie, Good luck tomorrow returning to work! I am scheduled for my surgery on Jan 26th (only 1 week to go). Getting nervous and excited at the same time. Have you told anyone at your work about your surgery? Anyway, have a good day tomorrow. I will be thinking of you! Let me know how it went! I will be off for only 1 week after my surgery. Talk with you later, lbergin
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Got my approval today!!!
Scrapping1 replied to Rhonda53's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi, my surgery is scheduled for 1/26. I have been wondering about what kind of bed clothes to take to hospital to wear. I have to spend the night at hospital on the night of surgery. Would you recommend a short gown or pjs (2 piece)? Which do you think would be more comfortable? Thanks, Laura -
Haven't had a problem with BC/BS Federal yet...received my approval letter last week. We had to pay surgeon $474 ($300 deductible plus 10%) prior to scheduling surgery date. Please keep me posted on your BC/BS situation. Thanks, LB
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Tweety, I want to hear all about your post-op. My surgery is scheduled for Jan 26th. It sounds like you are doing great! I am so worried that I'll be out of commission for the week after surgery from watching some youtube videos. I know that everyone is different, but you are the first person I have heard to say you are doing good! Keep on taking care of yourself.
Let's keep in touch! Have to go for now...lb
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Shelly, I can't believe that you are having the same feelings as I am. I thought it just me obsessing about my last meals before the lap-band surgery. My surgery is scheduled for 1/26 and I can't wait. I am starting my pre-op and post-op shopping tomorrow and Monday. I did my shopping for a gown, robe and slippers. I have to stay overnight due to sleep apnea. Did you actually taste test the protein powders yet? Let me know your results! Take care and keep in touch...have to go for now. lb
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Shelley, I am new too. My surgery is scheduled for Jan 26th. I start my pre-op diet on Monday, Jan 20th. This weekend is my shopping for pre-op diet and post-op diet and things need for post-op. I am really excited about my lap-band surgery. I too am looking forward to getting my life on track and becoming healthy again. I have great support from my family. I do not know how to work anything on this site yet. We'll learn together! Take care!
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Anyone getting banded in January
Scrapping1 replied to Peanutband's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Hi, I just scheduled my band surgery today for January 26th. I am very excited and nervous at the same time. Hopefully the time will fly by next week. I start my pre-op diet Jan 19th, which is the same day I have my pre-op at the hospital. Looking forward to being part of the January Banders. -
I am a newby too. It will take me some time to get used to being part of this forum since I haven't ever experienced it before. So, please be patient. Just by listening here and there I feel like there is so much good information at this site and it will help me in the coming days/weeks/months...
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Anyone from Gainesville, Fl.
Scrapping1 replied to becca4uf's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Hello...I am from Orange Park/Middleburg, FL, Clay County. I have an appointment with surgeon tomorrow, 1/13/09, to make appointment for surgery. Getting very excited and nervous at the same time. I will be having my lap band surgery at St. Vincent's in Jacksonville. I'm sure that I will have a lot of questions after tomorrow. I just attended a lap-band seminar in November and have been doing research since that date. I think that the holidays delayed my appointment to schedule surgery, but that's okay. It has given me time to sort of Spring clean and make sure things are in order for surgery. Keep in touch! lb -
Shonia, I will know my surgery date on Tuesday and am very excited about it! I have been thinking about lap band surgery for about 4 months and doing research on it. I too am worried about the gas pain after the surgery more than anything...but then I also worry about be able to change my eating behaviors. I love soda. I obsess about drinking with a straw (could be worse I guess). I am also worried about how to handle the initial getting used to the lap band, but know that these changes will make me feel so much better and help me live a healthy life for myself and my family.
Sounds like we will be on this journey at the same time, so we'll have to stay in touch with our progresses! Good luck and take care! lb
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Hi, your before and after pictures are great! I am a new member awaiting for my surgery date. I should know on Tuesday of this week. I am having the Realize Band. I will be starting at the same weight you did. I am looking forward to this change in my life. This is the heaviest I have every weighed even when pregnant 2 times. I know its going to be a big change but I am so looking forward to it!
You should be so proud of yourself and your progress! Keep up the good work!