AnneGG 0 Posted April 23, 2010 (edited) How about this? Edited April 23, 2010 by AnneGG Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AnneGG 0 Posted April 23, 2010 I got my date- May 28th!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Biker Jon 0 Posted April 23, 2010 I went for my last appt. before surgery today. They did blood work, EKG, anestesia consult, and other stuff. It's all done now. May 4 is just a few days away. I am planning on leaving the hospital the same day as surgery. There's just nothing like sleeping in your own bed! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wash 0 Posted April 23, 2010 Welcome and remember April showers bring May flowers! Priscilla Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jillsko1 0 Posted April 24, 2010 Looks Great Anne... Thank you! here we come! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jillsko1 0 Posted April 24, 2010 Thank you and I totally agree... It has been showering here all April so I am looking forward to the beauty that May will bring. :biggrin: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stefaniwg 172 Posted April 24, 2010 Hi! I am wondering if there is anyone that has a May date set. I know my surgery should be in May but no set date. OMG! I am also from West Columbia. It really is a small world. I am having my surgery on May 3rd with Dr. Hollis from True Results in Houston. Lets keep in touch! Stefani Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Katie2010 0 Posted April 24, 2010 Hi there, I'm new to the site and will be banded May 5. Can't wait and also can't believe all the emotions I'm feeling.......... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
khath0620 20 Posted April 24, 2010 Hi everyone! I have a May 18th band date! I want to echo what others have said and say that I am excited and nervous. I am afraid of failing, of getting "stuck", of complications, etc. On the other side, I am excited that this tool will help me on my life-long struggle with weight. I met with the psychologist at the surgeon's office and he said, based on my psychological profile, that I have a "high potential" that this surgery will be very effective. That definitely increased my confidence level! Thank you for all your support and stories! :biggrin: Katie Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gracesmom1 0 Posted April 25, 2010 I am an x-ray tech and Fluoroscopy is a method used to see the port. It is the use of live x-rays. It aides the dr. so as to not poke you and miss. With Fluoroscopy, they can see right where the opening of the port is.The liquid used to fill the band is usually saline. Good luck. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sydney1976 0 Posted April 25, 2010 I got my date :eek: I have surgery May 13th at 5:10. Getting nervous. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kerri76 0 Posted April 27, 2010 Hi EVERYONE! I am gtting banded May 10th! Start my pre-op diet on Monday! YAY for all of us!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
acp1974 0 Posted April 27, 2010 Just wanted to join the parade. My date is May 19th. I'm getting banded at Beth Israel in Boston, MA by Dr. Schneider. Any other Massachusetts folks with a May date out there? I'm excited for everyone, and also a bit anxious for myself. Which I suppose is normal. The reality really hits you once you have a date, eh? Good luck all and keep updating this thread so we can see how those of you with early May dates are doing post-surgery. Also any tips/encouragement on sticking to the pre-op diet are always welcome as well. Mine starts May 4th.... Al Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
acp1974 0 Posted April 27, 2010 Oh, almost forgot - I'm the other guy in this thread apparently, so Biker Jon, you are not alone! I am glad to be on a coed forum here, though I do have to say that the guys would probably go with something like "May Marauders". I bet I can count on one hand the number of times Biker Jon and I have said the word "Magificents!" in our lifetimes...:-) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mmesmama 7 Posted April 27, 2010 Hi everyone - I'm Amy and my surgery date is scheduled for May 19th, 2010. So excited and nervous all at the same time!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites