Lucky # Sevens- July 07 Bandsters

[anonemouse 1]

I am so jealous that your date is coming up so soon...I have 49 more days to go (but who's counting??? ).

Yeah, but I've also been trying to get approved since late October. It seemed like it was never going to happen. I kept having problems with the surgeon's office getting all my tests and records, then had to change surgeons because my insurance didn't cover the original one (which I didn't find out until they had submitted everything to insurance), then had lots more problems with the new surgeon's office getting everything and sending my stuff to the correct fax number at the insurance company.

I was originally trying to have surgery before the end of last year. Then that changed to before my classes (I'm a grad student) started again in January. And then it changed to having it during Spring Break. Then before the end of the semester. Eventually, I was just hoping to have it done before the end of this summer. I really thought I was not going to be able to do it, though, since my surgeon was supposed to go on maternity leave. Plus, I was having to fight with the surgeon's office to get the surgery scheduled before my insurance policy was going to change (which is on August 2). Luckily, they FINALLY came through. I'm starting to get a tad nervous, but it's so much less stress now that I know it will actually be happening.

[chimboree26 24]

Yeah, but I've also been trying to get approved since late October. It seemed like it was never going to happen. I kept having problems with the surgeon's office getting all my tests and records, then had to change surgeons because my insurance didn't cover the original one (which I didn't find out until they had submitted everything to insurance), then had lots more problems with the new surgeon's office getting everything and sending my stuff to the correct fax number at the insurance company.

I was originally trying to have surgery before the end of last year. Then that changed to before my classes (I'm a grad student) started again in January. And then it changed to having it during Spring Break. Then before the end of the semester. Eventually, I was just hoping to have it done before the end of this summer. I really thought I was not going to be able to do it, though, since my surgeon was supposed to go on maternity leave. Plus, I was having to fight with the surgeon's office to get the surgery scheduled before my insurance policy was going to change (which is on August 2). Luckily, they FINALLY came through. I'm starting to get a tad nervous, but it's so much less stress now that I know it will actually be happening.

Goodness gracious!!! You have been through the flippin ringer. I'm sorry. I take it back...but I'm still jealous. LOL!!! It's good, though, that you have persisted. Look at that determination. And look at you now...I'm sure w/all this struggle, you will appreciate your band that much more.

Do you have to do a pre-op diet?

[anonemouse 1]

Do you have to do a pre-op diet?

I think my surgeon requires a two-week low-fat/low-carb diet. So, I have another week or so before I have to start it. I'll find out more next Wednesday, when I meet with her.

[trystelle 3]

Well I am on my way. My surgery date is 7/13 and I can hardly wait. I am exercising and watching calories so I am in the best of health when I go in. My Doctor is Dr. Haag at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield MA. Part of me can't beleive that this is actually happening. Looking forward to sharing with all of you.

hw/cw/gw 330/284/150:clap2:

[Cherrybomb 0]

Please add me too - just got the word that my surgery is July 5. I can't wait to Celebrate my own independence day!

[BreadLady 0]

Hi all,

I got my results from the Upper GI my surgeon requires before surgery and discovered I have a "non-refluxing hiatus hernia below a white schatzki ring" . How's that for a mouth full!!!

Anyone else have a schatzki ring? When I researched it, it sure explained some things my body does that are apparantly symptoms or should I say manifestations of a schatzki ring.

I go tomorrow for an EGD. This is where they go in with an endoscope (sp?) and stretch the ring. Sounds lovely (NOT). Regarding the hernia I don't know yet whether it is big enough that the sugeon is going to need to repair it when she is in there placing the band or not.

On the bright side I may get my surgery moved up to July 5. My daughter's 9th birthday is the day my surgery is scheduled for (July 10) and the doctor's assistant knew this (as I keep reminding her) and today she said they might be able to do it sooner. I think I will hear tomorrow whether it is moved up to the 5th.

That's all for now folks. Hope all is well with everyone else.

[marcyinak 0]

Lynette - sorry I didn't respond earlier. Alaska is one hour BEFORE California/Pacific time. It was a beautiful day today and I took the kids to a lake nearby and we skipped rocks. NICE!

[marcyinak 0]

Chimboree26 (please tell me your mother doesn't call you that!) thanks for the previous list...here's an updated one!

7/2

[marcyinak 0]

OK, I'll try that again...I hit Tab, dang!

7/2 - Lynette617

7/3 - Laurend

7/5 - Cherrybomb

7/9 - Dakota476

7/10 - Marcyinak

BreadLady (hoping for 7/5 though)

Evilan (may change)

AshRae84

7/12 - Gwhite

PattiC

7/13 - trystell

7/18 - Mikel909

7/25 - Chimboree26

TBD - Sunshine6855

2bthinagn

nulife2be

Quinn

[chimboree26 24]

OK, I'll try that again...I hit Tab, dang!

...

Hahaha!!! Great minds must think alike b/c I was just updating the list. It looks great. I'm sure it will continue to grow the closer we get to July.

[chimboree26 24]

Chimboree26 (please tell me your mother doesn't call you that!) thanks for the previous list...here's an updated one!

7/2

And no, my mom calls me Cherea (pronounced Sheree).

[blulili 0]

Hey fellow July-Bandsters!

My hubby's having surgery on 7/18 with our friend Mikel909. I'm so excited and July can't get here soon enough for me. Wishing you all the best of luck in the upcoming days and for those of you (like my hubby) that are required to do a liquid diet--GOOD LUCK, stay strong and focus on the goal!

-Lili

[Lynette617 0]

Hello all,

I had a class on Monday evening where we taste tested some of the Protein powders, CIB, etc. It was nice because now I know what I can tolerate and what I can't. It wasn't too bad.

We are growing again. I'm sure there will be amny more to come in the next few weeks. Hope everyone is doing well. I've been getting all the things on the list when I go to the grocery. I have a whole cabinet that will be just mine when I get done.

I'm heading to bed, so I'll talk to you all tomorrow.

Lynette

[Bobberts_Mom 0]

:clap2:Hi All,

July 3rds my banding date!! and I am happy to be in this

with all of you!

(I'm A long time lurker) :bandit and decided to come out of the Bandaid box? :biggrin1: He He

Ok not funny....Im a 50/50 $8000 insurance, cause thats all they will pay

and $7400 cash!! :omg:

Looking Great in 2008!!

Bobberts Mom

[chimboree26 24]

:clap2:Hi All,

July 3rds my banding date!! and I am happy to be in this

with all of you!

(I'm A long time lurker) :bandit and decided to come out of the Bandaid box? :biggrin1: He He

Ok not funny....Im a 50/50 $8000 insurance, cause thats all they will pay

and $7400 cash!! :omg:

Looking Great in 2008!!

Bobberts Mom

Glad you decided to join us! Wow. 7/3 is coming up soon. We need to add you to the ever-growing Lucky 7's list. Since you've lurked (that sounds funny), I'm sure you know how much info is available here. I feel so prepared and truly confident. Thanks LBT!

Who's your surgeon and where will you be banded?