New to Bp, appointment with surgeon,

[jenniferx25 10]

Hello everyone, I have my appointment to meet with my surgeon. I just wanted to know what will happen, what did you guys go through I this appointment. And what happens after this appointment. Also what are some good questions to ask the surgeon. I'm 25 years old and I want to do the sleeve. ???? thank you.

[Terribj 208]

It seems every doctor is different - Here is what I've seen different on this forum and these are the questions I would confirm

• What is the pre-op diet requirement - some require 2 weeks, my doctor required none
• Some have different post -op diets, I was full liquid 2 3 weeks, soft foods 2 weeks, regular food after. I've seen some doctors require 4 weeks on each stage
• What are the Vitamin requirements after surgery
• Exercise - when can you start (mine was 6 weeks, I've seen others at 3/4 weeks start)
• What is the expected stay in the hospital (i was released the next day--some stay 3-4 days)
• What are his/her recommendations in returning to work.
• You might also ask about follow up visits to the doctor. I saw mine after 2 weeks, next is 3 months, 6 months and yearly post op,
• Hopefully he/she will help you navigate through insurance requirements if you are pursuing insurance coverage. Some require a 6 month plan prior to surgery, some 3, some none.
• Research they changes you will need to make after surgery and know that this is a change for life, Things like no soda, no alochol for 6 months (that was my dr's recommendation) and not drinking with your meals. Some of these changes can me the hardest.
• read about what "head hunger" is

I would also check out YouTube and watch the surgery (if you aren't queasy). It was very informative.

Good Luck and Best Wishes!!!

[jhood2005 17]

I have my first visit today with the surgeon. I'm very nervous.

[lynette85 38]

How did your appointment go?

At my first visit we discussed the different wls and which one I'd like. Bloodwork and I met with the insurance lady to go over all the prerequisites for insurance.