Got my consultation

[skyjones 40]

So my consultation is for July 30 at 1:30 I hope this all go well so can some of u please tell me what I might be facing at this appointment? Thanks

[sandylyn88 10]

Is this your first surgeon appointment?

[skyjones 40]

Yes I went to the seminar on the 9th and now this appointment on the 30th

[onesleevedmamma 178]

My experience was that they will take your stats and may issue blood work to be done by your primary physician. They took my picture at each appointment as well. They will start the necessary process of making sure your heart is strong and seeing what medical issues you have. (ie. diabetes, back pain, hypertension, blood clotting issues, mobility, anemia, thyroid, etc) The surgeon should go over their general philosophy on weight and surgery. Ask them how many they have done and what their general process is from this appointment out. Do they want a 2 week liquid diet? Meet with a nutritionist? How many times before? Do you need to loose weight before the surgery? What are the risks involved in general AND for you personally? What support groups or education do they provide before AND after surgery? How long does the procedure take and how long are you required to stay in the hospital? What medications are generally used or prescribed after surgery? When will your first follow up appointment be? How long from the date of the appointment will it take to schedule surgery?

I would make a comprehensive list of questions for the surgeon and also let them give you their thoughts and process on it. Its simply a time to learn about the process (every surgeon is different) and then start the necessary tests and labs for insurance or health clearance.

Good luck!!!

[skyjones 40]

Thank u so much I soooo appreciate this thank u thank u thank u

[onesleevedmamma 178]

No worries! If you have more questions post them here or message me or others

[blessed 0329 3]

Hello I have questions

Im in my second nutrition class on August 26th, when do I start the testing blood test ekg I believe?? What's my next step?

[onesleevedmamma 178]

Hello I have questions

Im in my second nutrition class on August 26th, when do I start the testing blood test ekg I believe?? What's my next step?

Every surgeon is different but they should explain the path to surgery. It typically includes: introduction and information, blood tests/xrays/ etc. that are needed to make sure you are safe for surgery and send to insurance, nutritionist visits, insurance clearance, date setting, further tests (if needed), pre-op diet, surgery!

Hope that helps

Edited August 2, 2015 by onesleevedmamma

[blessed 0329 3]

Ty yea ive started classes but thats all nobody's saying nuthin to me so im lost in what to do.. ill be calling on Monday

[onesleevedmamma 178]

Definitely call. At your one on one appointment, write all your questions before hand and that way you'll be ready and won't get side tracked. It's a lot of information so easy to forget.

Also, know their support groups and meetings you can attend. Talk to post op patients and see their path. Remember, every is different. .. but you'll have a general idea

[blessed 0329 3]

:-) ty that helps me a lot