Anybody out there just beginning their journey?

[J33PGRL 4]

I have my 2nd of 6 doctor supervised visits scheduled for next week (per insurance.) Ugh! Time is crawling. It took me a long time to come to this decision and now it feels like everything has come to a screeching halt. I am so ready for this process to be underway already. It's all I think about.

[ducky125 7]

Hi -

Just joined the forum today after making my first surgeon visit. Now, time to start the real process - paperwork!

I'm focusing on learning all that I can.

Good luck to you!

ducky825

[J33PGRL 4]

I know! The paperwork is daunting! I have finally collected all mine and its all just sitting there waiting to turn in when I finish my dr visits. Tick tock tick tock. LOL!

[easye256 50]

Yep, I am about 4 months pre sugery, paperwork sucks and so do all of the pre op doc visits. But I keep telling myself it will all be worth it!

[Cindeez 22]

I have my first dr visit on Friday. It's all I thin about too. I feel quite obsessed! I have started practicing eating slower and taking smaller bites. I drunk lots of Water already. My insurance doesn't require the 6 month pre op diet plan so I'm hoping it will move quickly. Dang, I hope I didn't just jinx myself. Happy journey!!

[pinksjo1 137]

I did the paperwork, submitted, got approved and then switched doctors/hospitals. According to my insurance as long as the new hospital uses the same code, nothing else is required. So I think there is a disconnect because the new hospital seems to think its a complete do-over. I have sent them an email I received from insurance saying its not necessary - just waiting to hear back. The waiting is the most difficult for me.

[PGee 318]

I just finished up my last appointment (hopefully).....thought the time would drag......but ti didn't.....I was obsessed with learning everything I could. I bought the big book on the sleeve (advertised on this site).....it's a great reference tool. Welcome, and best wishes on this journey!

[J33PGRL 4]

PattyGee, what's the name of the book? I am very interested in reading it also. : )

[enjmom78 37]

I'm starting my 90 day diet plan and see my nutritionist July 5. I have also practiced chewing my food and waiting 30 minutes after to drank my Water. The most crazy crave is Jello. My vision is to cross my legs, wear a pair of heels & a pair of snug fit jeans. Oh, and not hide in the kitchen nor behind the Piano during church activities.

One more...go to a water park and finally have some freaking FUN instead of prepping for the meals for everybody else!

[Cajunlady12 49]

I am on month 5 of 6 of diet and exercise. Unfornately, I cannot do much exercise due to the arthritis in my knees. I have everything else done, just waiting for the last two months. Then the insurance authorization and then I get to schedule surgery. I am so excited and nervous at same time. I am reading the book advertised on the website. Very good and very informative. I am looking forward to the day that I can say I am being sleeved.

[J33PGRL 4]

I love to hear people's hope and inspirations for getting thin! They are all so diverse and interesting! I thought of another one yesterday. I can't wait to wear a pair of cute little overalls and not look like the broad side of a barn! Lol! Can you tell I am from the south? Hahaha. Really though, years ago I remember wearing a pair of overalls from Old Navy. And I just loved them. Wore a snug cap sleeve shirt underneath. They made me feel young. Lets hope they have the same effect in the future! : )

[adr525 27]

I just completed my 6 months of physician assisted weight loss yesterday. It went by very quick. I am now waiting for insurance approval, Humana, and then I will get my surgery date. I am nervous but excited.

[NewAshes 232]

My 2nd appointment out of 6th is on the 23rd...my last appointment is on the 26th of November =.= seems like forever and i need to lose 20 pounds as well

[ShaylaVSG13 10]

Hello! I am still pre op. I have my 5th and FINAL nut appointment/group session on July 10th ????????. After that appointment I have one final one on one to do and hopefully things will move smoothly and quick!! Fingers crossed. I have done all the hoop jumping and testing. Got clearances from my pcp and has a psych appointment. I am in the final leg of this pre op journey and I am SO SO excited. Can't wait.

Good luck in your journeys!

[mel959 8]

Hi I'm from nyc also have 6 mth requirement was able to get 3 done before seeing my specialist. My 4th is next week. Started with protwin shakes to get used to it. Did ny endoscopy and sleep eval. I can't wait any longer and I'm so scared abt insurance though I have 3comorbities and high bmi. I'm hating waiting