First one for May???

[leannel90 206]

I heard today that the doc is away on May 7th so because of the trip...I can't have surgery until the 14th of May. Kind of disappointing but at the same time...will give me more time to prepare! Catwhisperer are you going on the same day as me or April 30th?

[cat whisperer 127]

Likely it will be the 14th which was my original surgery date - I won't have enough time to prepare for the 30th. I tried calling but Annie was gone for the day, so I will find out definitively tomorrow! Hey, while we are at it - do you have any objections to going first thing in the morning? I wouldn't have to stay two nights if I can go a bit later - but only if that is convenient for you!! let me know

[Creekwood 702]

I was hoping to hear from the scheduler today to tell me that the Nurse Practitioner cleared me for surgery and to schedule. I'm hoping to schedule it for May 6th or May 13th. Instead I heard from the Nurse Practitioner that she is waiting to hear from the anesthesiologist to figure out which method of DDAVP (a medicine that I have to take pre-surgery) I will be using. IT has been a pain in the butt. I have a bleeding disorder and I had to meet with my Oncologist stating that he recommends the DDAVP before surgery. He stated that I could use a nasal spray ($60 out of pocket), or an IV infusion ($1300 out of pocket). The NP said she will talk to the anesthesiologist about which method he prefers. I am already paying 13,000 for surgery, he better pick the nasal spray! Without this stupid bleeding disorder I would have been scheduled 3 weeks ago. MY Oncologist said that my bleeding disorder puts me at a very very low risk of bleeding with this type of surgery and said that DDAVP isn't absolutely necessary but he recommends it as you can never be too safe. I'm just ready to schedule it so it can feel 100% official. The NP said I should hear from her tomorrow. I hope they are fine with the nasal spray.I'll stop venting now, Lol.

[gigglypug 77]

My surgery date is May 15th, which is the day before my daughter's birthday...cat whisperer, did I read that you also had a daughter with that birthday? Small world :-)

Not full on dieting yet, just watching calories trying to keep it within reason. I travel a lot for work and the constant restaurant meals are what did me in. Looking forward to having some fellow bandsters...anyone else in Southern California?

[leannel90 206]

Likely it will be the 14th which was my original surgery date - I won't have enough time to prepare for the 30th. I tried calling but Annie was gone for the day' date=' so I will find out definitively tomorrow! Hey, while we are at it - do you have any objections to going first thing in the morning? I wouldn't have to stay two nights if I can go a bit later - but only if that is convenient for you!! let me know [/quote']

I am totally fine going first thing...I can stay at my parents the night before or just leave home early...no worries...you can let reception know that and if they're worried about it I can send them an email to confirm. I'm too excited...this is going to be great!!

[light_lady 27]

Looks like my surgery will be the first week of May! Gigglypug, I'm in Northern California.... But we're in the same state! Where are you going for your surgery?

[cat whisperer 127]

Creekwood - sorry to hear about your frustrations. I hope they approve the nasal spray for you - what a huge difference in cost!!!

gigglypug - Yes, my daughter's bday is May 16th It is a small world, for sure. Love your screen name... I used to have a dear little pug - my best friend has two. Welcome to you and light lady!!

So, sure enough I am still having surgery on the 14th. Leanne, that is very sweet and considerate of you going first that day. You have no idea how much easier that makes it for us - I really appreciate it! LOL that we will meet in person probably "high" as you say, haha. You must be getting very excited for your trip at this point!!

[Creekwood 702]

Scheduled for May 6th! I will have to have the IV of DDAVP so $1300 it is. Oh well. I guess if you are already paying 13k what's another 1300 Lol

[cat whisperer 127]

Creekwood, sorry to hear they took the more expensive option... but glad things are still going ahead for you.

How is everyone doing? I think Leanne is in Hawaii right now, hopefully having a great time

[leannel90 206]

I am...here is the view from my room...its amazing here. Kauai is fantastic! Two more weeks to go.

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[Creekwood 702]

Wow, what a view!! Enjoy your vacation! I'm doing great, Easter was awesome! I ate a lot more than I should have, but it was delicious! Lol May is just right around the corner, it won't be long before surgery!!

[cat whisperer 127]

What a view - gorgeous. nothing like here, as you know. Enjoy!!

[MonHass 3]

I am waiting for my date in May. DR clearance on May 8th- then just insurance clearance. i am nervous about the 2 weeks preop. Is it 100% liquids? 100lbs to lose. Good luck to all going before me.

[leannel90 206]

Mine is 2 weeks of nothing but Optifast and Water Monhass

[Creekwood 702]

Every surgeon has a different pre-op diet. Some have none, 2 week liquid, Meal Replacement, 3 day, 5 day, Lol. It literally depends on your surgeon. I will be on two weeks of medifast Meal Replacements. Good luck!!