Kaiser Richmond/kaiser South San Francisco Gastric Sleeve Brothers And Sisters!

[Labrys 3]

Yeah I'm really curious about the new way to do the surgery too. Two incision for sure sounds better than five! I just got my surgery date on Monday, it will be on my birthday November 2nd, I can't wait! I'm at Kaiser Richmond with Dr. Fisher, if someone could fill me in about the two incision thing I would really appreciate it then I can shoot him an email and ask if I can be considered for that.

I'm not liking this new website either!

Thanks, Sara

I had the new procedure from Dr. Alami. I am pleased that I only have two incisions. The main incision is in the belly button. I am still a bit sore. My daughter and friend had the surgery the conventional way with 5 entries. I seem to be recovering faster than they did.

Hope this helps :heart:

[mommyofLDS 52]

hi mommy, i was just sleeved in richmond, ca i loved it, the care i got was great, the nurses were so nice and everything went so smooth. i am only 17 days out from my surgery and i have already lost 16 pounds. things went very fast for me too. i had my orientation in june around the first then i was sleeved sept 22nd. i hope things go as well for you and good luck and congratulations on your weight loss. i had to loose 30 lbs for my pre op. how much do you have to loose.

sacredrose41

I was told that I need to lose 20.7 pounds. As of today (my psych consult) I am only 5lbs away! At this rate, I'm hoping to be at my goal within the next 2 weeks! So far I've had good experiences with everyone at Kaiser, and can't wait to keep going.

[LisaaaLisaaa 8]

My doctor at South san Fran is Dr Le and he told me to lose another 10 lbs. So far I'm down 2. I need to buckle down. I have 8 to go before October 26th.

[Eric 0]

Just looking to start a new thread or meet some NEW people that have had Kaiser sleeve surgery or are going to have sleeve surgery soon. I am Chrissy I live In Sacramento. I was JUST sleeved on June 16, 2010! I was sleeved at Kaiser Richmond by Dr. Im. Looking for new people, Fun, Friends, new issues, recipes, suggestions, or just to talk!

Hi there Chrissy, I used to be a Sacramento guy, but now I'm in Sonoma County. I just completed my orientation at Kaiser South San Francisco and will be going through the hoops. I'm not sure if a December surgery date is realistic, but I'm crossing my fingers. I'm still torn between the sleeve and gastric bypass, so I guess I'll educate myself a bit more and see what the surgeon says!

[LisaaaLisaaa 8]

Hi there Chrissy, I used to be a Sacramento guy, but now I'm in Sonoma County. I just completed my orientation at Kaiser South San Francisco and will be going through the hoops. I'm not sure if a December surgery date is realistic, but I'm crossing my fingers. I'm still torn between the sleeve and gastric bypass, so I guess I'll educate myself a bit more and see what the surgeon says!

Eric, I am going through South San Fran as well. How far along in the process are you? I had my orientation 9/14. I have been through all the steps except pre op orientation. I am meeting with surgeon on the 26th of this month again to set have a check up and then should get a date after that. I have decided on the sleeve. Have you met with the surgeon or gone through any other classes?

:Lisa

[Eric 0]

Eric, I am going through South San Fran as well. How far along in the process are you? I had my orientation 9/14. I have been through all the steps except pre op orientation. I am meeting with surgeon on the 26th of this month again to set have a check up and then should get a date after that. I have decided on the sleeve. Have you met with the surgeon or gone through any other classes?

:Lisa

Hi Lisa, I had the orientation last week (10/5) and will be taking the nutrition/lifestyle classes next week. I have not met with the surgeon yet, but hopefully that will come soon. With what I've learned so far, I'm leaning towards the sleeve. Do you have a surgery date or will that be settled after your appt on the 26th?

[LisaaaLisaaa 8]

Hi Lisa, I had the orientation last week (10/5) and will be taking the nutrition/lifestyle classes next week. I have not met with the surgeon yet, but hopefully that will come soon. With what I've learned so far, I'm leaning towards the sleeve. Do you have a surgery date or will that be settled after your appt on the 26th?

You will go through the process quick. I will find out about my surgery date after I meet the surgeon again. He wanted me to lose another 10 lbs and I've lost 2. I'm having a hard time so I'm really going to be mindful the next two weeks.

[singand_dance 8]

Ash- I can't believe you've hit the 80 lb mark already! You look amazing! Congrats!!! You too Chrissy! You guys are smaller and smaller every time I see you. So inspiring! (I'm on day 8 without sugar! I think I'm back on track.)

[MamaAsh 1]

Go Heather!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! You can always text me if you need your butt kicked back into gear!

[Lee 19]

It's great to see so many people posting from the Bay Area. Good luck to all of you who are getting ready for surgery. I had my Sleeve done by Dr. Baggs in Richmond on 2/17/2010. I'm coming up on 8 months. I'm one of those very slow losers. I eat on plan and exercise 90-120 minutes, 7 days a week. We all have to do whatever it takes to get the job done. Keep at it until you get your surgery date. It's going to change your life!

I :heart: my Sleeve!

[Lemon Drop 0]

It's great to see so many people posting from the Bay Area. Good luck to all of you who are getting ready for surgery. I had my Sleeve done by Dr. Baggs in Richmond on 2/17/2010. I'm coming up on 8 months. I'm one of those very slow losers. I eat on plan and exercise 90-120 minutes, 7 days a week. We all have to do whatever it takes to get the job done. Keep at it until you get your surgery date. It's going to change your life!

I :heart: my Sleeve!

[Lemon Drop 0]

Lee,

You are doing great! I have lost 13 lbs since my orientation on the 27 of Sept. I have an appt with Dr Baggs this Friday the 15 of October. I am really excited to see what he has to say. Wish me luck!

[Lee 19]

Good Luck Lemon Drop!! I hope you like him as much as I do. I think he's a great doctor. Tell him that I say hello.

[mommyofLDS 52]

4lbs away from goal, and I've only lost 1lb in a week. I'm getting so close, and it feels like the last few pounds are taking forever!! I passed my psych screen, have had my meeting with my surgeon, finished my sleep study, so all that's let is losing the weight. I'm hpong that I can work it so that I get a date when my kids are on break from school, that would make everything so much easier. Can anyone tell me how long it takes to get a sugery date in Richmond once you make goal?

Lindsey

[singand_dance 8]

Thanks Ashley! I finally got the nerve to call Richmond to get my referral sent to SSD. They were closed for lunch! So I worked myself up again so I could leave a message. lol. I don't know what I'm so scared of! Still no sugar, but I still want it. I guess that "head hunger" won't ever go away. At least that "resistance muscle" has reappeared!