Newbie from Boston MA

[Yoly617 46]

Good Morning Everyone,

I have just started the process to get the surgery done. Of course I am in my 1 month and my insurance require a 6 month "I CAN CHANGE" process before they can approve me. I have been overweight my whole life. I am ready to make this change, FOR ME. My family supports me and I actually have my aunt doing the whole process with me since she is also considering it as well. My boyfriend supports me all the way.

I am a 27 year old Puerto Rican female with no children and engaged to an amazing guy. As a typical spanish family we LOVE our CARBS! Right after high school (9 years ago) I have gained 70 lbs. I have gone with so much and upset with myself that I have let myself go. I am ready to change and I am glad I have found this website.

Thank you for reading my Post

[gsleeved 5]

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I have just started the process to get the surgery done. Of course I am in my 1 month and my insurance require a 6 month "I CAN CHANGE" process before they can approve me.

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Welcome. The 6 months will fly by. In the mean time get all your other pre-reqs, appointments and tests done. Stay motivated and excited. For me it helped to watch the video journals from other sleevers on YouTube. You'll learn a ton about what to expect - good and bad - from the experience of others.

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[Yoly617 46]

Thank you....I am excited and nervous about everything!

[Kchav 0]

Congratulations on making this step in your life. I too had to wait 6 months with my insurance company, and I am now 3 days post-op. No regrets, even with a little discomfort, I know I am doing what is best for me and my family. Stay motivated, and you will get through the next 6 months. Best of luck!

[ljperez 87]

I'm from Boston. Had my surgery at Boston Medical Dr. Hess. It will fly by I was sleeved 9/5/12.. BTW I'm married to a Dominican so definitely know about the carbs...

[Yoly617 46]

So you understand that we live off of carbs ALWAYS! I am getting my surgery done at Brigham and Womens......

[FeeIsMe2 508]

I too had to wait 6 months and was able to lose 50lbs pre-op. I have zero regrets and at 6 months out I have lost 128 lbs.

Good Luck!

[ljperez 87]

So you understand that we live off of carbs ALWAYS! I am getting my surgery done at Brigham and Womens......

I do for sure. I am in Dorchester and walk the Golf course with some friends all the time. If need help with the pre-op weight loss let me know?

[Yoly617 46]

Yes I really do need that help. I need all the help I can get honestly. I went to the seminar this week. And I just got all my group appointments yesterday. So I officially start May 2nd. I dont know where to begin on the pre op weight loss

[gsleeved 5]

So you understand that we live off of carbs ALWAYS! I am getting my surgery done at Brigham and Womens......

I had my surgery at B&W on March 19th and they took amazing care of me. Who is your surgeon? Do you know yet?

[Yoly617 46]

I have Dr. Shikora! Who did you have?

[nadoue 158]

I had mine at St Elizabeth with dr. Mckluney, 19 months out. Life is awesome.

[Yoly617 46]

I wish i have done it sooner

[Yoly617 46]

I wish i have done it sooner

[gsleeved 5]

I have Dr. Shikora! Who did you have?

I had Shikora - he is the best. Really amazing. You're going to be in great hands.

Quick Tip: Shikora and the rest of his team split their time between B&W and Faulkner (also a B&W hospital). Faulkner has private recovery rooms whereas B&W does not. When you schedule your surgery, schedule it at the Faulkner Hospital.