I'm in!

[quiltermom65 38]

Went to my WLS introductory class on 7/17/2015 and that afternoon emailed my PCP to refer me to the bariatric program. Yesterday I called Kaiser to see if they got my referral. At first the receptionist said no, but then she found it. Said it usually takes 3 weeks to get the referral and updated into the program. She said I was in the program and my surgery orientation is on August 11th. Still don't know what all they will require of me but I guess I'll find out at this next mandatory class. I'm so excited. Glad I didn't wait for the doctor office to call me. I need to be pro active and make sure things get done.

[MarciaN 391]

Congratulations! You'll be surprised how fast things go. I found out I needed to have 6 months supervised diet and I was bummed. Now I am actually 43 pounds lighter and my last NUT appointment is August 19th! Welcome to the journey!

[ausmith 374]

Went to my WLS introductory class on 7/17/2015 and that afternoon emailed my PCP to refer me to the bariatric program. Yesterday I called Kaiser to see if they got my referral. At first the receptionist said no, but then she found it. Said it usually takes 3 weeks to get the referral and updated into the program. She said I was in the program and my surgery orientation is on August 11th. Still don't know what all they will require of me but I guess I'll find out at this next mandatory class. I'm so excited. Glad I didn't wait for the doctor office to call me. I need to be pro active and make sure things get done.

This will be the best thing you have ever done for yourself, it was for my husband and myself

[The Candidate 3,215]

Congrats on your big decision! I'm Kaiser too. Southern CA San Diego area. A graduate of their options program, and scheduled for surgery next week. The time will fly by quickly.

[Soexcited 64]

Whos doing your surgery The Candidate? I am Kaiser SD also!

[wheezysmom 146]

Congrats! I had surgery through Kaiser on 7/6/15. I have nothing but good things to say about my experience.

[Soexcited 64]

Im with Dr Tanaka wheezysmom, who did your surgery and how are you doing?

[wheezysmom 146]

@@Soexcited I had my surgery at South Bay with Dr. Zane (really wonderful man). I am doing fine, I am no where close to getting my Protein in because I stopped tolerating the Protein Drinks (anything chocolate flavored). I had to be placed on extra medicine because it would hurt like hell every time I swallowed something. That issue is MUCH better now. Other than that, I lost 10lbs in the first 10 days and I think I have lost another 10lbs since my first post op appointment which was on 7/16. No regrets