Questions For First Consult! Ideas?

[Sannah 258]

Hello,

I have used to search box and read a few other posts and I can not find what I am looking for. I thought I would have tons of questions for the surgeon at this point. I have done a fair amount of reading on VST and many of my questions are answered.

What questions did you ask the surgeon at your 1st consultation?

DISCLAIMER: I know that each person is different and has different questions and needs. Also, I already did a search on the forum so please do not suggest this (first sentence).

Thank you for sharing! I look forward to hearing what you asked.

Best,

Sannah

[COsleeveDude 273]

Check this thread out, might give you some ideas: http://www.verticalsleevetalk.com/topic/47390-international-sleeve-gastrectomy-expert-panel-consensus-statement-best-practice-guidelines-based-on-experience-of-12000-cases

I like that kind of info since I work in science/R&D. I like to know what the doctors, PhDs and MDs, think.

Good luck.

[lessofmeismore 1,405]

Hey

I feel like I should have asked more actually. My surgeon held a seminar before I made my appt. And that was very informative. I was just so excited to be there lol...

I hope you get some good answers, one thing I forgot to ask and later was curious about, was the bougie size. Also I asked about the medicines I was taking and if they were ok to continue before and after.

[Sannah 258]

Hey

I feel like I should have asked more actually. My surgeon held a seminar before I made my appt. And that was very informative. I was just so excited to be there lol...

I hope you get some good answers, one thing I forgot to ask and later was curious about, was the bougie size. Also I asked about the medicines I was taking and if they were ok to continue before and after.

Hello!

Thank you kindly!! Aww yes bougie size!!!! Thank you for the reminder!!! I appreciate your reply!! I read your profile and you've been sleeved!!! How was your journey? Do you have any advice for a pre opper?

Best,

Sannah

[Sannah 258]

Check this thread out, might give you some ideas: http://www.verticals...-of-12000-cases

I like that kind of info since I work in science/R&D. I like to know what the doctors, PhDs and MDs, think.

Good luck.

COsleevedude,

Thanks the information! It is printing right now!! I will give this a good read in preparation for my appointment (this Friday). I am surprised to be going in so quick! I still have two more months of a pre op requirement to complete!!! I called the office today to ask a question and they asked if I wanted to come in for my consult!!! SO EXCITING!!! Again Thank You for the article!!! I look forward to the read!!!

Best,

Sannah

[joyful noise 101]

I asked about abdominal binders, juicers, hospital stay, catheter and pain meds allergies.

[JonathanS 75]

I also asked how he prevented leaks (clips along staple line, glue, stitching). Pain after surgery. Drains. Expected weight loss in first month. Preop diet. Time to do surgery. Cath. If I would have my own recovery room. How soon I could exercise.

[Sannah 258]

I also asked how he prevented leaks (clips along staple line' date=' glue, stitching). Pain after surgery. Drains. Expected weight loss in first month. Preop diet. Time to do surgery. Cath. If I would have my own recovery room. How soon I could exercise.[/quote']

Sounds like I should make a list!!! Thank you kindly!!

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[Sannah 258]

I asked about abdominal binders' date=' juicers, hospital stay, catheter and pain meds allergies.[/quote']

Good thing to know. Thank you!! I am going to make a list.

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[JonathanS 75]

Sounds like I should make a list!!! Thank you kindly!!

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Absolutely! I actually made notes as I read the posts here and typed up about 15+ questions to ask. I knew I would be nervous and probably wouldn't remember everything if I didn't write it down. But once I get in the room with the surgeon he made me feel very at ease and ended up just talking for awhile and I pulled out my list at the end to make sure I didn't forget anything.

[lessofmeismore 1,405]

Hi Sannah, Im almost 4 months out but I still feel like I just got my new sleeve. After your surgery always remind yourself that you are healing and the struggle is temporary. You will temporarily have to be consumed with treating your body very well and giving it what it needs to heal. It does feel over whelming but it helps to remember its only for a little while. If you start to mourn your old life style thats okay too but I promise you that as time goes on you will be so happy you made this decision. Another thing is try try not to obsess over the scale and never compare your journey to others. I believe as much as we all share on our journey, each and everyone of us has an unique journey so love yourself and think skinny thoughts!

ps... it really really is a tiny tiny amount we can eat before getting full so trust your body, if after a few tiny bites your feeling it. its time to stop. even if it seems you just began hehe

I feel that way every meal lol

best of luck to you!!!!!!