Just joined, from UK, starting blog, using NHS

[gemstar 0]

Hello all...just joined this, and not sure if there are any other UK peoples going through this on NHS? Would love to hear from you if so...we seem to be a rare breed :-)

Also, I've just started a blog Love & a lap-band is anyone else also starting blogs, as would love to read of people's experiences and go through this with someone.

All for now

gem x

[ajames79 0]

Hiya and Welcome!

I am new in this journey myself! But I am not from England! My husband is a brit though! I do know there are some people here from England hopefully you'll be able to find them!

I just started my blog last week and I'd love to check yours out as well! Good luck with everything!

[Lisa_MC 1]

Hello all...just joined this, and not sure if there are any other UK peoples going through this on NHS? Would love to hear from you if so...we seem to be a rare breed :-)

Also, I've just started a blog Love & a lap-band® is anyone else also starting blogs, as would love to read of people's experiences and go through this with someone.

All for now

gem x

Hello to YOU, Gemstar! I am a newbie too! I've been to a seminar, my PCP, and have an initial consult with a bariatric surgeon scheduled for mid September! I've been blogging about it for a couple of months now and will check out YOUR blog!!

It sounds like we're all in the same boat here and I love to read everyones journeys - I learn so much!! It is always better to go through these things with others who understand what we are dealing with..

[Dawn1961 0]

Hi,

I am also from Uk, using NHS and have surgery date of 12th October . I'll be checking out your blog later. I'm living and having surgery in London. All experiences really good so far.

: ) D

[jane uk 0]

Hi,

I'm from West Yorkshire in the UK, and had my band fitted yesterday in Sheffield.

I didn't go through the NHS, I went private, but if I can help answering any questions based on my experience as I go through it, I will be happy to help.

At the moment I am very tired, and sore, but not hungry!

I am hoping that I feel a little better after a good night sleep in my own bed tonight!

Jane:smile2:

[gemstar 0]

Hi,

I'm from West Yorkshire in the UK, and had my band fitted yesterday in Sheffield.

I didn't go through the NHS, I went private, but if I can help answering any questions based on my experience as I go through it, I will be happy to help.

At the moment I am very tired, and sore, but not hungry!

I am hoping that I feel a little better after a good night sleep in my own bed tonight!

Jane:smile2:

Wow jane, hope all's going well for you so far? would be great to keep in touch xx

[gemstar 0]

Hi,

I am also from Uk, using NHS and have surgery date of 12th October . I'll be checking out your blog later. I'm living and having surgery in London. All experiences really good so far.

: ) :thumbup: D

Best of luck for next month D! would love to keep in touch and know how it all goes for you. Which hospital are you with? I'm going through Kings...

[gemstar 0]

Hiya and Welcome!

I am new in this journey myself! But I am not from England! My husband is a brit though! I do know there are some people here from England hopefully you'll be able to find them!

I just started my blog last week and I'd love to check yours out as well! Good luck with everything!

Fab, I found your blog and have followed you - hugs! xxx

[gemstar 0]

Hello to YOU, Gemstar! I am a newbie too! I've been to a seminar, my PCP, and have an initial consult with a bariatric surgeon scheduled for mid September! I've been blogging about it for a couple of months now and will check out YOUR blog!!

It sounds like we're all in the same boat here and I love to read everyones journeys - I learn so much!! It is always better to go through these things with others who understand what we are dealing with..:thumbup:

Lisa I totally agree with you - thanks so much for your message. I'm afraid I'm a bit behind in the lingo and don't know what PCP is, but will follow your blog to find out how you get on xx

[Dawn1961 0]

Hi Gem,

I love your blog.

Im with Chelsea and Westminster - pre op assessment on 27th September (which doesn't seem too far away now). Hope you get your date soon - this is going to be such an exciting journey!

: D

[gemstar 0]

Hi,

I'm from West Yorkshire in the UK, and had my band fitted yesterday in Sheffield.

I didn't go through the NHS, I went private, but if I can help answering any questions based on my experience as I go through it, I will be happy to help.

At the moment I am very tired, and sore, but not hungry!

I am hoping that I feel a little better after a good night sleep in my own bed tonight!

Jane:smile2:

Hi Jane - how have your first few weeks been? All going well? Would be interested to hear about your experiences - do you have a blog? xxgem

[gemstar 0]

Hi Gem,

I love your blog.

Im with Chelsea and Westminster - pre op assessment on 27th September (which doesn't seem too far away now). Hope you get your date soon - this is going to be such an exciting journey!

: D

Hey Dawn - I'm glad you like the blog, thank you :-) I'm not writing too often at the moment (every week or so), but thought I'd write more and more as I get closer and then have surgery.

My pre op assessment is on Monday - crazy! Yours is so soon as well! Not sure what actually goes on in the assessment (assume weight - doh - blood pressure etc). Do keep in touch! xx

[Dawn1961 0]

Hi Gem,

Hope the pre op assessment went well. Please let us know what went on - I have mine on Monday (havent a clue what to expect) then I have to get to the pre-op diet. It's not as strict as quite a few people on this forum have posted - but they certainly seem to vary immensely. Mine is two weeks on what is essentially a very low carb diet with decent portions of Protein allowed (no Maltesers unfortunately).

Did they manage to give you any idea of a date when you were at the hospital.

The yoga sounds amazing. Keep in touch.

D x