Dumb to start a new topic - but I finally got a date! Yippee!

[katesuccess 990]

Hey there - I've been griping a lot about how long this was taking with my HMO, and even complained and then complained again when I didn't hear back. Also had a good advocate in the WLS clinic coordinator - and all told, but I got my psych eval moved from a psychologist to a social worker (more available) and that bumped me up nearly a month, then my pre-op scheduled for four weeks later - when I'd been told it would be 2-3 months, and expected a surgery date 2-3 months after that.

Well, knock me over with a feather - but the surgeon himself called me today and apologized for all the run around I'd had AND said since he was seeing me April 24 that he could do my surgery on an opening April 29th! I about fell over!! My poor husband thought he'd have 3-6 months yet to get adjusted to the idea (we know how men tend to dislike change, right?!) and he was in shock. In fact as he's recovering from the news he says, 'Now you have to decide if you really want to do this I guess." Hello? H*LL YES I WANT TO DO THIS!! Have I talked about anything else other than work, kids and surgery since November? I think not. He's more or less recovered from the upset and is fully and totally supportive and all, but the shock was a stunner. Me too.

Shocked, but thrilled!

Kate

[Christian Zaccone 243]

Your choice to live for you and for your husband!! Way to go .

[DeniseNCC1701 306]

Isn't it wonderful when things work out like that? It's both terrifying and exciting! Congratulations, and good luck! You're going to do great!

Be well…

[katesuccess 990]

That's exactly it - terrifying AND exciting! But no thought of turning back for me at all. I will say I gave serious thought to how awful I'm likely to feel the past couple days - i had the stomach flu, and am still not over it yet. Made me realize how much i hate to just feel sick and be tired. I'm getting primed for it though! Thanks Denise.

[MissAriadne 27]

I'm going through Dr. Landers also. Cannot wait to hear all about your experience.

[katesuccess 990]

I'm going through Dr. Landers also. Cannot wait to hear all about your experience.

Have you been to the pre-class yet? I took my husband with me, and we both felt much better after hearing Landers talk about his background, ideals for the surgery and personal practice about how he does it and what precautions he takes. I think my husband had been sort of skeptical that this was a good idea but supportive - but after meeting him and doing the class he was 110% on board.

Do you have a date yet?

[Sunnybaby 95]

Congrats! My surgery is on the 30th! Sending you good thoughts.

[MissAriadne 27]

No date yet! I'm going to the support group in Bellevue tomorrow (ugh) and per lass on June 6. I have everything else done. I'm hoping against hope I can get a days this summer - I teach and unless it's this summer I'll have to wai until December. . I am SO excited for you!

[StayingStrong 78]

That is so awesome and exciting!! I had a similar situation and reaction when I finally got to have a face to face with my surgeon and then he said okay lets do it next week! I had 24 hours of being in shock but I am now super excited and getting ready to have the Gastric Sleeve surgery on Monday, April 21st. Prayers and advice welcome!!

[beeteroo 166]

Hey there - I've been griping a lot about how long this was taking with my ***, and even complained and then complained again when I didn't hear back. Also had a good advocate in the WLS clinic coordinator - and all told, but I got my psych eval moved from a psychologist to a social worker (more available) and that bumped me up nearly a month, then my pre-op scheduled for four weeks later - when I'd been told it would be 2-3 months, and expected a surgery date 2-3 months after that. Well, knock me over with a feather - but the surgeon himself called me today and apologized for all the run around I'd had AND said since he was seeing me April 24 that he could do my surgery on an opening April 29th! I about fell over!! My poor husband thought he'd have 3-6 months yet to get adjusted to the idea (we know how men tend to dislike change, right?!) and he was in shock. In fact as he's recovering from the news he says, 'Now you have to decide if you really want to do this I guess." Hello? H*LL YES I WANT TO DO THIS!! Have I talked about anything else other than work, kids and surgery since November? I think not. He's more or less recovered from the upset and is fully and totally supportive and all, but the shock was a stunner. Me too. Shocked, but thrilled! Kate

Sounds just like me today! My surgery is scheduled for April 29th! I'm so excited! I was expecting a June date! I just found out today! started my Preop diet today too and so far I'm not starving.

[katesuccess 990]

No date yet! I'm going to the support group in Bellevue tomorrow (ugh) and per lass on June 6. I have everything else done. I'm hoping against hope I can get a days this summer - I teach and unless it's this summer I'll have to wai until December. . I am SO excited for you!

Be SURE to tell the coordinator Julie that! She was great in helping me find a way to press forward because I too have work that's vital in fall and follows the school year schedule. Just talk to her in person afterwards, and be prepared to send her a note about your concerns and time frame.

Beeteroo - we're same day gals! And then Miss Mojo (love that name!) is the enxt - we're on a roll here. I can't wait. I've been easing into the prediet, but today started being strict with it. Not bad yet, and I think easing into it helped. Here we go!

[Lil'NewME!! 4]

I just got my date too! I'm scheduled for April 28. On day 3 of the liquid diet. Really nervous, but more exicted than anything else. Can't wait till we can all follow our weight loss together! Good luck to all!!!