glitterpockets 85 Posted July 30, 2015 I haven't had one of those scheduled yet. He did mention he wanted me to have a sleeping disorder test also and xrays. I got my paperwork today for orders at the hospital...18 tests ordered. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kathy2208 40 Posted July 30, 2015 I haven't done anything yet my first time to see my surgeon to start the process is August 5 so far I'm just working on blood works and medical necessity to speed up the process Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
glitterpockets 85 Posted July 30, 2015 I'm so excited to get my ball rolling but I know the closer I get the more scared ill get. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kathy2208 40 Posted July 30, 2015 How long more you have to go ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ylluz 151 Posted July 30, 2015 Anxiety here!! In the morning I see the Bariatric coordinator and get blood work done Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tam_mandala 33 Posted July 30, 2015 I'm hoping to be a January sleever. I have my first meeting with the surgeon and the team tomorrow! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kathy2208 40 Posted July 30, 2015 I'm hoping I'm in February if all goes well???? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Annabella522 6 Posted July 30, 2015 Mine will take place late November or early December! I am also in Michigan. I just had my upper gi today and that was an interesting experience! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kathy2208 40 Posted July 30, 2015 Awesome ????????I wish the months could go by flying lol Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gerbils8118 5 Posted July 30, 2015 (edited) Count me in. Hopefully, December. I'm struggling through the 6-month pre-open diet, on month 3. Laurel, MD. I'm only telling my husband, adult kids, and best friend. My sisters wouldn't get it. Edited July 31, 2015 by gerbils8118 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
glitterpockets 85 Posted July 30, 2015 My mom, gram, and bf are the only three that know I'm doing this. Why give people the opportunity to bring us down, right? I'd rather stay quiet and kill them with my results from my "low carb high Protein diet". Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
arenea 61 Posted July 31, 2015 I agree, you wouldn't imagine how many others have opted for this low carb high Protein diet and refuse to tell the truth:) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
newstart38 18 Posted July 31, 2015 @gerbil8118 are you required to lose wait for your 6months preop diet? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gerbils8118 5 Posted July 31, 2015 @@newstart38 I've read a couple theories. One, the insurance company wants to see weight loss so they know you will folllow the strict post-op diet, and the other was from a Bariatric Pal's entry, saying she was unable to lose weight in the pre-op diet and was still approved by her insurance company. My take on it is that the more you can lose prior to surgery, the better for the actual procedure (making room in there) and recovery (proper nutrition gets your body working better for healing). I'm trying, but struggling (as usual). My mind tells me I can't do it. Sometimes I feel motivated and do okay on a diet, but this time it's not happening. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tam_mandala 33 Posted July 31, 2015 well, since today's visit counts as Month 1, I will be a January sleever afterall. preferably mid-January. so, I can enjoy Christmas and NYE Champagne, fully! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites