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jdillon

By jdillon, in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums

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jdillon    355

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I saw my Dr in January the first time. Thursday is another follow up appointment. I've done the psychiatric evaluation. Upper gi . The seminar explaining all of my options. The stress test. An ultrasound. And the sleep study. All I have left if blood work and the nutritionist consult. They did find out that I have gallbladder disease and need it removed and a hiatal hernia that needs repaired. Lots to do before the big day.

I look at all the before and after photos and read all the success stories and get so motivated and excited! I can't wait to be posting my very own before and after pics! June sometime. My journey will begin. I pray I have great success! Ready to work for it.

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StephanieRR    131

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Congrats!! One thing at a time and Boom! Amazing how it all adds up and happens so quickly. I was almost overwelmed when I started, but it all seems to have passed so quickly now. Sounds like you are well on your way!! Good for you!! Keep it up and I look forward to those pics one day!! Hoping to post some of my own here shortly. :)

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jdillon    355

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Stephanierr. Thank you for your reply. I too look forward to hearing of your success. Please stay in touch and send me pictures!

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Im right there with you!!! I started back in September and I finish my classes on May 1st so Im hoping for a late May or June date. In the beginning all the appointments and requirements were daunting and seemed like they would take forever, but now it seems like time is flying. I can't wait to be a "after" as well!!!

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jdillon    355

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Might not be til July for me because of gallbladder surgery

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