Blessedfun 89 Posted January 8, 2014 I walked on a treadmill with a breathing apparatus for about 15 - 20 minutes. I blew some breaths in a tube when they said to about 10 times. Then they wrote me a letter and that was it. No pain involved. Go get it done! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LivingForGod 111 Posted January 8, 2014 I walked on a treadmill with a breathing apparatus for about 15 - 20 minutes. I blew some breaths in a tube when they said to about 10 times. Then they wrote me a letter and that was it. No pain involved. Go get it done! You went to Carolina Pulmonary right across the hall from Riverside?? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Beachbum2017 108 Posted January 9, 2014 I actually had mine done right across the hall from Riverside Surgical - it was pretty easy. Just breathing measurements, etc - though I will say that particular office was the least friendly that I dealt with. I had to get a cardiac clearance also and that one was a little tougher - I had to get all my testing and everything done before they submitted my paperwork to my insurance. Hang in there, girl and do whatever they want - it's worth it! 2 Blessedfun and LivingForGod reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LivingForGod 111 Posted January 9, 2014 (edited) I hope it's not to bad. They told me I had a date back in August that I was a no show for...but I don't remember it. So now I have to wait until the 29th for the pulmonary clearance appointment. Then I will get a surgery date. I guess im February sometime!! I can live with that. Just gives me time to get my $$ together!! Edited January 9, 2014 by LivingForGod 1 Blessedfun reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Blessedfun 89 Posted January 9, 2014 I had my surgery at MUSC in Charleston because I had auto-immune conditions involved. But got it done and made it to goal in less than five months. I am below goal now... I am happy I got it done! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
beautifulme14 9 Posted January 16, 2014 I wish I would have found this app before I moved to Va I'm from the lowcountry and was sleeved In Feb 13'..its always good to have a support system 1 Blessedfun reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Blessedfun 89 Posted January 16, 2014 I wish I would have found this app before I moved to Va I'm from the lowcountry and was sleeved In Feb 13'..its always good to have a support system Well you can still keep in touch with us! Where did you have surgery? Where are you on your journey? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Yvonnieweightloss 1 Posted January 17, 2014 Hi all. I was sleeved on Monday in VA but I will be moving to the florence area in two weeks and I need a support group. Any suggestions? 1 Blessedfun reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Blessedfun 89 Posted January 19, 2014 Hi all. I was sleeved on Monday in VA but I will be moving to the florence area in two weeks and I need a support group. Any suggestions? I am in Greenville but will help anyway I can. Just message anytime. On Facebook too with a couple good groups there. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thicvik 50 Posted January 21, 2014 I live in SC as well and I'm 14 days post op surgery date was 1/7 I'm 21lb down 11preop 10 postop. I can't wait to see the difference I'm my clothes and to get more energy. 1 Blessedfun reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
beautifulme14 9 Posted January 21, 2014 Well you can still keep in touch with us! Where did you have surgery? Where are you on your journey? I will do that...I am 11 mos out best decision I've ever made! I had the pleasure of having my surgery in Mexico since my insurance would not cover it I must say that I was a little hesitate but it was a great experience, I was never alone! I am 80lbs down now thought I would be at 100 by Feb 18th but I am more than satisfied with my progress. 1 Blessedfun reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Blessedfun 89 Posted February 15, 2014 Hey SC! How is it going? Goals in site? Anything new? Blessings! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Blessedfun 89 Posted February 1, 2015 (edited) Hey SC! Check in and update us! Where are you on the journey? I had surgery 05/15/2013. I am under goal, happy and doing well. Wearing a size 4/6 and styling great clothes. I love to encourage others so let's connect!!! Blessings! Melody Edited February 1, 2015 by Blessedfun Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BigTone78 58 Posted November 16, 2015 Hey SC! I was sleeved on 11/9/15 in Columbia, I went through Riverside Surgical. I live in Greenville. Blessedfun, care to share some of the groups from Facebook? Are there any here in Greenville? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites