mel959 8 Posted June 19, 2013 I have my first appointment today with my specialist, Dr. Kini from Mount Sinai NYC. Looking for a buddy to offer mutual support and encouragement in the NYC area 1 Caaattt reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skinnygirl2b 79 Posted June 20, 2013 I have my first appointment today with my specialist' date=' Dr. Kini from Mount Sinai NYC. Looking for a buddy to offer mutual support and encouragement in the NYC area[/quote'] I had surgery with Dr. Kini on march 26th. I used to work at Mount Sinai and knew he was an excellent surgeon. Very positive and sympathetic. I wouldn't have chosen anyone else. Dana and Mimi are also fantastic. Please let me know if you have any questions. I am only in my 12th week- and it definitely gets better. I have lost 43 pounds since surgery. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mel959 8 Posted June 20, 2013 Thank you so much for responding. I was told yesterday surgery could be oct as I already completed 3 months with pcp. I'm rushing to get all other steps completed as I rreally want to do this. Congratulations on your surgery and weight loss. Please let me know if we can be buddies through this process. I think positive reinforcement is something I need right now! All the best Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skinnygirl2b 79 Posted September 30, 2013 Thank you so much for responding. I was told yesterday surgery could be oct as I already completed 3 months with pcp. I'm rushing to get all other steps completed as I rreally want to do this. Congratulations on your surgery and weight loss. Please let me know if we can be buddies through this process. I think positive reinforcement is something I need right now! All the best How is it going? Are you any closer to having surgery with Dr. Kini? All is well for me. I am down almost 80 pounds and only 10-15 more to go. 1 mel959 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mel959 8 Posted September 30, 2013 Congratulations!!! My surgery is scheduled for friday oct 4, 4 days away. Im in the middle of preop diet. Cant wait to be on losing side. I was not a fan of office but im still waiting for them to call with exact time of surgery. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skinnygirl2b 79 Posted September 30, 2013 Congratulations!!! My surgery is scheduled for friday oct 4' date=' 4 days away. Im in the middle of preop diet. Cant wait to be on losing side. I was not a fan of office but im still waiting for them to call with exact time of surgery.[/quote'] I used to work at mount Sinai. Trust me- he is a fantastic surgeon and will do such a good job. I have been so thrilled with him. But I knew how well he treated his patients before I chose him. I was the manager of the area you will go to for pre-op. You probably already went there for pre testing to have your blood drawn and talk to the anesthesiologist. All of the nurses there are so good. You can tell them you talked to me on this site. My name is Annie. I am now 6 months out and it is all so worth it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mel959 8 Posted October 3, 2013 Annie, thank you so much for your help. I have a question, surgery is friday and I still havent hotten a call from office with re exact time. Is this normal? Everything seems like pulling teeth at this office. I know im just anxious and hungry thus cranky Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skinnygirl2b 79 Posted October 3, 2013 You will on Thursday. They can't give the exact time until it is confirmed by the hospital. You will have to go 2 hours before your scheduled time. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skinnygirl2b 79 Posted October 3, 2013 Rashida will call with the time. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mel959 8 Posted October 3, 2013 Thank you. I finally haveva time 10 am!!! Now hoping time goes by Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skinnygirl2b 79 Posted October 3, 2013 Are you going in at 10 or surgery time is 10? I'm excited for you. I remember that day very well. I will ask friends in recovery to be on the lookout when you come out. They are all excellent nurses. Good luck!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mel959 8 Posted October 3, 2013 Omg, thank you so much. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mel959 8 Posted October 3, 2013 My name is Melissa by the way. Surgery is at 10. Im to be there at 8 am. Your good thoughts are soo appreciated Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skinnygirl2b 79 Posted October 3, 2013 Good luck to you. If you end up having any questions at all please let me know. I honestly have to say the last 6 months haven't been a picnic because I feel as though I have had to learn how to eat all over again, but I wouldn't trade it for anything in the world!! My email address is idreamofcupcakes@hotmail.com. Please feel free to email me or contact me here. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skinnygirl2b 79 Posted October 6, 2013 How did it go? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
