fordgirlalways 8 Posted July 30, 2015 After six months of classes, nutrition visits, and completing all the other requirements I found out today that I've been approved for the surgery! Later on I got a phone call from the surgeon's office to schedule my consultation. I can't even begin to describe how happy I am right now! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Candidate 3,215 Posted July 30, 2015 As a Kaiser graduate myself I know exactly how ecstatic you are feeling right now! Congrats on your major accomplishment! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tashapalo 3 Posted July 30, 2015 Congrats and just know everything will be great! :-) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fordgirlalways 8 Posted August 1, 2015 Thank you both! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
amyallthetime 26 Posted August 7, 2015 That is awesome! I go for my first appointment next Thursday. I can't wait to be where you are in the approved status! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ldubois104@gmail.com 2 Posted August 7, 2015 I remember my phone call to say I was approved by my insurance. I was so happy I was in tears with excitement. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ldubois104@gmail.com 2 Posted August 7, 2015 Is there anyone out there who are on the 2 week pre-surg liquid diet? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
quiltermom65 38 Posted August 7, 2015 Congrats! I have Kaiser too and just starting the process. I had heard that it only takes about 3 months now. Were you told form the beginning that it usually takes 6 months? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fordgirlalways 8 Posted August 7, 2015 @@amyallthetime Thank you! Good luck with everything! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fordgirlalways 8 Posted August 7, 2015 @@ldubois104@gmail.com I know the feeling. I probably cried for an hour being overjoyed knowing how my life is going to change in the best ways. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fordgirlalways 8 Posted August 7, 2015 (edited) @@quiltermom65 Thank you! I've heard of it being 3 months in places in California, but it's a requirement for 6 here in Virginia. 3 months would have been great though. I was told upfront by my pcp how long this would take before I started the program. Good luck with everything! Edited August 7, 2015 by fordgirlalways Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stillmeonlysmaller 70 Posted August 9, 2015 I have Kaiser also and started the process in mid July. I am currently 4 lbs from my initial goal set by my surgeon. I have a follow up phone appointment with the nutritionist and my psych evaluation on Tuesday. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites