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Yes. I am an open book. My boss and coworkers have been great. I was not in much pain at all. They drug you up pretty good the first 24 hours and I took some pain meds at home the first four days just to be very comfortable.

Who is doing your surgery?

Good luck and keep us posted.

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Hi all i am in Pleasantville New York. I had my surgery on May 16 at westchester medical center. I had the gastric sleeve would love to meet with some people for Water or iced tea lol

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Hi ,<br><br> I'm from Mount Vernon | the Bronx area I now live in CT but still travel back and forth . I am 5'2 current weight is 150 and my starting weight was 264 , I'm 1 year and 8months post op from having my sleeve done at st.lukes medical center in Harlem DR.Harvey <br><br><br> How can I help ?

Im having mine done in St Lukes as well, with Dr. Mcginty ( god willing I'll be approved ) this is my last month my second visit June 4th hopefully I'll get a surgery date then. I'm so nervous excited it's like mixed emotions all in one. I'm 5'1 and I'm at 253lbs. I have high triglycerides, pre diabetic, and elevated thyroid.. Super nervous.. What health insurance did you have them ? I have Health First NY

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I had my surgery on April 28th at Westchester Medical Center. I had a pretty good time of it. My doctor did find a hernia but he repaired it and my recovery has been pretty classic. I was on pain meds until May 4 and now I need nothing for pain. I have begun to hate my Protein shakes so I made some homemade Soups and I blend until smooth and add unflavored unjury Protein Powder to. I made potato Soup and broccoli soup. No sodium, no fat broth, seasonings and blend, delish!! Any questions, just ask. My next doctors appointment is May 13 and I am looking forward to the weigh in!

Who did your surgery I used dr maffei he's the best

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Dr. Kaul did my surgery and I love him and his team. They are all wonderful. I live in Dutchess County but it was worth traveling to Westchester Medical. This surgery and recovery was a lot easier than I thought it would be.

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Dr. Kaul did my surgery and I love him and his team. They are all wonderful. I live in Dutchess County but it was worth traveling to Westchester Medical. This surgery and recovery was a lot easier than I thought it would be.

I absolutely love the entire office. I have found their protocol and program to far surpass hang I have heard of. Do you plan on attending support group I'm June

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I have an appt with the NUT on June 10 but I work in New Paltz so I can't make the support meetings in Westchester. I attend meetings at Vasser Hospital once a month.

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Is it possible to attend support groups if you did not have your surgery there?

I had surgery on Monday and I have had a rough week. It's harder than I expected and I am hungry though people often say they are not.

Don't know how I'm going to do 2 weeks with no liquids. I had my surgery at white plains hospital

MB

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You can go to any support group that you want to. There are three meetings within 45 minutes of my home. Call your doctors office to get a list of groups in your area. Why will you have two weeks with NO liquids? ? You should be drinking 64 oz of Water and getting 60 grams of Protein. Please check with your doctor.

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You can ask him about having Jello, sugar free ice pops and smooth cream Soups. Plus the Water, Decaf unsweetened ice tea, broths, and crystal light type beverages. If he says yes you can have some variety. Good luck.

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I used cream of mushroom or cream of chicken and put it through the blender. It worked out great for me

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How long after you see the psych do you wait for approval for surgery ? My psych appt is May 30 and I have my second and final surgeon appt on June 4.. ???? ASAP RESPONSE PLEASE

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I wish I was allowed cream Soups but my dr sticks with clears for 2 weeks and then creams and mush.

After your psych is done and papers are received by your dr office your papers can be submitted to insurance - then wait for the approval. Can take from days to weeks

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