For those of you who don't know your date...

[getnfit52 12]

Got notified that I have insurance approval today. Now to feel out work and see when would be a good time span to be gone. I am still not wanting to share with my coworkers what I am having done, just don't want their input and some will feel I am taking the easy way. We all know that this is just a tool not a "easy cure".

[chikesweightlossjourney 4]

I'm hoping that I have a surgery date no later than April. I've knocked out just about all of me pre-op appointments. The only thing left I have is the sleep Study & The Psych evaluation . . . . If needed. I wish everyone the best. Patience is key and now news is good news!

[fuzzywhitebunny 15]

I am planning for April.

[smile121 66]

Harleyquinn, and Fritz, I am just starting my journey too! I am hoping to be done in April, surgery possibly early may?

I will add you guys as friends

[harley_quinn25 80]

Harleyquinn, and Fritz, I am just starting my journey too! I am hoping to be done in April, surgery possibly early may?

I will add you guys as friends

Yes please do! I'm in the mist of doing 3 months of pre ops! Hoping for April or may

[smile121 66]

have you had your first appt with your nutritionist yet?

[KatieD6982 68]

Tiny update from me. I have EVERYTHING done needed by my doctor's office!!!!!

( 6 month restricted diet, ultrasounds, labs, sleep test, psych consult and approval, nut consult and approval, support group meetings, nutrition classes, surgery classes, etc.)

..... so......my final check-in appt. is on Feb 11th!

Hopefully then they will submit to insurance for approval and THEN I'LL FINALLY GET MY DATE!!!! **Happy Dance**

Thanks for the feedback from those who gave it about bypass vs. the sleeve. I see the good in each surgery and I've decided at this point, I'm going to talk to them at my last check-in. I feel like I find conflicting facts everywhere. So, that's my plan!

[fitme76 3]

May I'm just starting this journey I've had my labs and I'm scheduled for my other test next month I'm super excited

Edited January 30, 2015 by fitme76

[HappiTam 19]

Got notified that I have insurance approval today. Now to feel out work and see when would be a good time span to be gone. I am still not wanting to share with my coworkers what I am having done, just don't want their input and some will feel I am taking the easy way. We all know that this is just a tool not a "easy cure".

I understand the hesitation of sharing with others about my surgery plan. My co-workers were aware I was planning on surgery, but until I had my surgery date I didn't go into detail with them. I researched the procedure and the major lifestyle changes that are ahead of me in advance so I was able to explain the process focusing on the process and not the obvious outcome.

Apparently I had underestimated everyone, they want me to feel better, had questions, and some even looked up Protein smoothie recipes for me. Also, by sharing what I've learned, I saved my co-worker from the 800+ calorie doughnut she was craving!!

Edited January 30, 2015 by HappiTam

[FinallyFit50s 202]

Hi, new here. I have done 6 months of doctors, nutritionist and support group visits. Had to go on BP meds, did sleep test-have apnea, blood work up-Vit D deficient, borderline high glucose and had gastric test-small problems. My PCP is okaying my surgery but making me go to a gastro guy first. My last visit to my bariatric doctor is Monday, the gastro on Thursday. Should get this last bit of paperwork signed off for next week to be sent to the insurance company. I am hoping for the first week in March. This journey has opened my eyes to a the litany of health problems I didn't even realize I had. I'm thankful for deciding to do this.

[mclorrie 219]

I'm hoping June! I've completed two doctor supervised weight loss apps. With my last appt. being in May. My psych evaluation is set for Feb 17, & my f/u appt. is March 2nd. I still need to complete one group session. I'm scheduled for a sleep study tomorrow night, and we're currently in the middle of a winter storm. I'm hoping it will get better by morning! I live 35 miles south of Des Moines, & it's going to be a long drive in tomorrow!

[tlemieux220 138]

@tlemieux220 Are you on the 6 month weight ins? I started in Oct, had 6 months but my insurance changed to 3 months.

No I was suppose to have 4 months then in Jan it went to 3 months. I am now just waiting on Aetna to approve and my PCP clearance letter and one class on Feb 9th.

[getnfit52 12]

Mclorrie, are you having your done in Des Moines? I am just across the border in Mn, and I am going Rochester.

[blashlee 509]

My surgeon said possibly late March if all goes well and im successful with liver shrinking diet.

Edited February 2, 2015 by blashlee

[Laureadolce 44]

Hoping Feb. Endoscopy Thursday, all other labs, pretests done, -18 lbs, fingers crossed, lips stapled shut...