Jump to content
×
Are you looking for the BariatricPal Store? Go now!

Anyone from the manhattan area



Recommended Posts

Hi I don't have an appt yet just have to see the psychologist, anyone had there surgery at Lenox Hill Hospital by Dr. Yatco, and of You did how was your experience with him and your surgery, need some assurance and support.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Hi. I had my surgery on 7/23 at Lenox hill and dr. Yatco was my surgeon. I'm 8 days post op so far so good. I was in the hospital a little longer for nausea but other than that I've been okay. I have my follow up appt tomorrow.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Hi. I had my surgery on 7/23 at Lenox hill and dr. Yatco was my surgeon. I'm 8 days post op so far so good. I was in the hospital a little longer for nausea but other than that I've been okay. I have my follow up appt tomorrow.

That's good to hear I was a little apprehensive never heard anything about him so glad that now someone can actually write about it and I can hear it first. Lol

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

That's good to hear I was a little apprehensive never heard anything about him so glad that now someone can actually write about it and I can hear it first. Lol

Hope you continue to feel good, how did you take care of your nausea?? And is it completely gone. Have you actually lost anything since .

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

I'm not gonna lie. The first 4 days in the hospital were tough. I had a lot of chest pain for the gas/air which I heard was normal. The first night was the worst. They have me meds for the nausea and meds for the pain. I was actually put in a room with another woman who Dr. Yatco did the sleeve on. My surgery was at 130 and hers was at 430. She didn't have the chest pain I had but as the days passed she had more vomiting and nausea then i did. My nausea subsided naturally I guess. I threw up once or twice in the hospital and I haven't had any issues at home. I'm mostly weak from not being able to get a lot in. I really have to concentrate on getting in fluids and Protein. And being full feels completely different then it used to. If I drink too much I can feel it sit in my chest/throat area for a few mins. My stomach churns a lot but I attest that to Just getting used to things again while healing. I have to push myself to walk which takes a lot of energy. Overall I think I'm doing good.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Oh and I have lost 30 pounds since last Sunday (when I had my last meal). Since the day of surgery I have like 20 pounds.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Oh and I have lost 30 pounds since last Sunday (when I had my last meal). Since the day of surgery I have like 20 pounds.

Wow sounds pretty scary, I mean the chest pains . I'm a little scary cat I would be freaking out. So does everyone stay that long in the hospital? That's a long time 4 days and are they sure the chest pains are from gas and won't lead to further complications. I fear all that I wonder is it worth it. I mean I want to be healthy and thinner but wonder if all that is worth being 50 or more pounds thinner? And 30 pounds that's great congrats you only need 20 more ?? What was ur starting weight? Mine is probably now 224 I'm short and small boned so when I lose weight my fear is I'm gonna look sickly. Well I hope your journey isn't too difficult. feel free stop and chat anytime and say how your doing.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

I'm in NYC as well. I'm getting my surgery at Columbia Presbyterian.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

I'm in NYC as well. I'm getting my surgery at Columbia Presbyterian.

@cheryldiane80 when is ur surgery mine is Sept 10th

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

@cheryldiane80 when is ur surgery mine is Sept 10th

I don't have a date yet as I just started the process but shooting for early December.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

I don't have a date yet as I just started the process but shooting for early December.

And very excited for you that's less than a month away!!! :D

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

And very excited for you that's less than a month away!!! :D

Yes and I'm very scared and anxious and excited at the same time. You hear all these stories if pain gas and stomach noises can't eat or drink like before and I get a little worried ya know. I know this is what I want because although alit of people are like what u look nice curves are great big and beautiful embrace ur curves I feel uncomfortable that I can't wear a size 10 or smaller because my ass don't fit in it or the cute little bathing suit although I try to look on the brighter side of things and eat right and excercise just not enough.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Hi all, upper Manhattan here. 7 weeks post op. I was sleeved 5/29/15 at NY Presbyterian.

SW 305

CW 232

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now

  • Trending Products

  • Trending Topics

  • Recent Status Updates

    • cryoder22

      Day 1 of pre-op liquid diet (3 weeks) and I'm having a hard time already. I feel hungry and just want to eat. I got the protein and supplements recommend by my program and having a hard time getting 1 down. My doctor / nutritionist has me on the following:
      1 protein shake (bariatric advantage chocolate) with 8 oz of fat free milk 1 snack = 1 unjury protein shake (root beer) 1 protein shake (bariatric advantage orange cream) 1 snack = 1 unjury protein bar 1 protein shake (bariatric advantace orange cream or chocolate) 1 snack = 1 unjury protein soup (chicken) 3 servings of sugar free jello and popsicles throughout the day. 64 oz of water (I have flavor packets). Hot tea and coffee with splenda has been approved as well. Does anyone recommend anything for the next 3 weeks?
      · 1 reply
      1. NickelChip

        All I can tell you is that for me, it got easier after the first week. The hunger pains got less intense and I kind of got used to it and gave up torturing myself by thinking about food. But if you can, get anything tempting out of the house and avoid being around people who are eating. I sent my kids to my parents' house for two weeks so I wouldn't have to prepare meals I couldn't eat. After surgery, the hunger was totally gone.

    • buildabetteranna

      I have my final approval from my insurance, only thing holding up things is one last x-ray needed, which I have scheduled for the fourth of next month, which is my birthday.

      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • BetterLeah

      Woohoo! I have 7 more days till surgery, So far I am already down a total of 20lbs since I started this journey. 
      · 1 reply
      1. NeonRaven8919

        Well done! I'm 9 days away from surgery! Keep us updated!

    • Ladiva04

      Hello,
      I had my surgery on the 25th of June of this year. Starting off at 117 kilos.😒
      · 1 reply
      1. NeonRaven8919

        Congrats on the surgery!

    • Sandra Austin Tx

      I’m 6 days post op as of today. I had the gastric bypass 
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
  • Recent Topics

  • Hot Products

  • Sign Up For
    Our Newsletter

    Follow us for the latest news
    and special product offers!
  • Together, we have lost...
      lbs

    PatchAid Vitamin Patches

    ×