mynewbegining2 31 Posted February 24, 2012 Hi, I arrived yesterday morning at 7:00 at Mi Doctor. Met ADNKEL30 and she was just walking around like nothing. I had to ask her if she had surgery? Yes she had the day before. All did all of my pre op testing. I meet with Dr. Garcia around noon. He told me about the procedure and answered all of my questions. I then meet the anethesiolgist (sp) He answer all of my questions and told me all what to expect, I was wheeled into the ER, and next thing I knew I was back in my room. I felt a little pain which was knocked out quickly with some pain meds. I went back to sleep and about midnight I was up walking. This morning, no pain,just soreness were the drain is at and my reflux is acting up. They gave me some anticids and I back to new. I think I have my drain test later this afternoon. MY battery is low. so I better sign off and charge it up, 3 rahnava, andkel30 and Diamondeyed reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ShannonH 34 Posted February 24, 2012 Congrats and a speedy recovery to you!!! So happy to hear that all is going well. Keep us posted on your progress! 1 mynewbegining2 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KellyL 173 Posted February 24, 2012 Congrats on being sleeved! 1 mynewbegining2 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
runner 53 Posted February 24, 2012 Congrats on joining the losers bench! 1 mynewbegining2 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chyna86 17 Posted February 24, 2012 Wow you're on your way!! Im happy all went well. I wish you a speedy recovery!! 1 mynewbegining2 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rahnava 30 Posted February 24, 2012 Congrats! i love Dr. Garcia and the anesthesiologist is dreamy! That drain was gross but I had minimal pain too. You did it!!! 1 mynewbegining2 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
andkel30 57 Posted February 25, 2012 That would be walking around.....andkel30 Dr Garcia Rocks!!!!!! I didnt have pain no gas just the hiccups....im amazed how good it went....i dont feel hungry ive been sipping and wLking I even walked to the store......everyone there was so nice Karen was my nurse sweet girl the older lady cant remember her name but she was awesome Rosie and Melisa was great he has a good crew....i took a pic with him to 1 mynewbegining2 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Karen B45 38 Posted February 26, 2012 Glad to hear it all went so well! Here's to a speedy recovery! 1 mynewbegining2 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mynewbegining2 31 Posted February 26, 2012 Thank you all for your well wishes. This morning Saturday I left the hospital and I am now at the Marriott. The hotel is beautiful. The chicken broth is pretty tasty. Im feeling good for just having major surgery, The drain did not hurt when it was removed. That was a huge relief. I was just waiting to scream out and carry on. The coordinators give you a send off bag with gatorade,water,chap stick, glycerin swabs,antibiotics,spirometer and something for acid reflux and bandages. I really enjoyed having Dr, Garcia as my surgeon. For the 2 days I was there, he checked on me 3 or 4 times. And his Dr. assistant and internist were wonderful. The anathesologist (sp) was also great. I would use him again. 1 andkel30 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
southerngirl 51 Posted February 26, 2012 I am so glad it has turned out good so far. You are making me more excited for my surgery with dr Garcia in April. Keep us posted and wishing you continued good luck!! 1 mynewbegining2 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Helen the Cat 42 Posted February 27, 2012 Congrats on being sleeved, and Welcome to The Loser's Bench! Keep us posted on your recovery, we all want to know how you are doing! Kathy D (alias Helen the Cat) 1 mynewbegining2 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mynewbegining2 31 Posted February 28, 2012 Congrats and a speedy recovery to you!!! So happy to hear that all is going well. Keep us posted on your progress! Thank you for your well wishes. 4 days to your surgery, keep me posted on your recovery. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mynewbegining2 31 Posted February 28, 2012 I am so glad it has turned out good so far. You are making me more excited for my surgery with dr Garcia in April. Keep us posted and wishing you continued good luck!! I am so glad it has turned out good so far. You are making me more excited for my surgery with dr Garcia in April. Keep us posted and wishing you continued good luck!! April is just around the corner. If you have any questions ask me and hopefully I can answer them. I know you will love Dr. Garcia. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ShannonH 34 Posted February 28, 2012 Thank you for your well wishes. 4 days to your surgery, keep me posted on your recovery. I'll keep you in the loop! Sooo nervous! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mynewbegining2 31 Posted February 28, 2012 Congrats on being sleeved, and Welcome to The Loser's Bench! Keep us posted on your recovery, we all want to know how you are doing! Kathy D (alias Helen the Cat) Thank you for the welcome !!! I like your saying" This is something I did for ME, and I am SO glad I did. Doing the SAME thing over and over again and expecting Different results is the definition of Insanity. I FINALLY did something DIFFERENT and I did it for ME! " I might have to borrow it sometimes Share this post Link to post Share on other sites