My enthusiasm has fizzled a bit... :-(

[Beautyandbeyond 227]

So as many of you guys have experienced, my surgeon's staff has been so frustrating to work with. They have slowly sucked some of the joy out of the process by being combative and elusive. Don't get me wrong, I ' m still happy about my sleeve and new way of life and got my sleeve date today etc. (2/13l but the sheer fact they have screwed me over so much makes me feel I will not have the support I need from them post op. Thank.God I have a supportive family.

Anyone else feel this at all? Just need a little pumping up right now.

[RAAinNH 113]

Don't let them steal your joy! I am in the beginning stages of having a lap band revision to the sleeve. So much paper work and jumping through hoops for my insurance company. This is a great forum for support... hang in there!

[Beautyandbeyond 227]

Thanks RAAinNH! I definitely that!

[Sadtosaygoodbye 256]

Join the club!! I know I should be happy also, but the undo stress they are causing is not making it so easy.

[Beautyandbeyond 227]

Join the club!! I know I should be happy also' date=' but the undo stress they are causing is not making it so easy.[/quote']

It seems to be everywhere in this field! My thing is if they would be more transparent up front most of us would know what to expect thus reducing or alleviating the stress and anxiety!

[jshap 3]

Agree! Mine was like a fat factory. Pumping people in and out as fast as possible.

[Beautyandbeyond 227]

Agree! Mine was like a fat factory. Pumping people in and out as fast as possible.

Sucks! Have you already been sleeved?

[Sadtosaygoodbye 256]

LMAO So true so true. It's so funny to share in this experience, even if it does get weird at times. The fat factory!! Now that's classic!

[misslady 130]

I hate to hear that the start has been tough. Look for another office that offers a support group. I'm really glad my doctor here in Houston has a wonderful staff and support system. This is a major life changing decision and having all the support, especially from the one we are putting our trust and life in their hands, should give us good support. Hope it gets better.

[jshap 3]

Yes, was sleeved on Jan 30th. Could of done 6 months ago but doctors office was not helpful with my questions. Regardless, DO IT! Not only have I lost 25 lbs since Jan. 26, but I am no longer addicted to soft drinks'

[Sadtosaygoodbye 256]

What office are you gong to?

[jshap 3]

Not going to say cause the doctor is great!

[Sadtosaygoodbye 256]

Sorry responded to the wrong person.

[Sadtosaygoodbye 256]

What office did you go to?

[Beautyandbeyond 227]

I hate to hear that the start has been tough. Look for another office that offers a support group. I'm really glad my doctor here in Houston has a wonderful staff and support system. This is a major life changing decision and having all the support' date=' especially from the one we are putting our trust and life in their hands, should give us good support. Hope it gets better.[/quote']

Misslady, I wish this was the beginning of the process but my surgery is next week. The early part of my experience was fantastic. We will label that the 'hooking' phase...when everyone acting right because they want your money! Lol

I was extremely proactive, but it seemed as if when it was time for them to really grab the reins things really slowed down...to a crawl!

Oh well, I may reach out to another surgeon for after care.