broox98 7 Posted April 11, 2016 I am just starting the process of the sleeve. I have been referred to a surgeon by my doctor and am registered for a seminar on May 2nd. Any tips for me?? Sent from my XT1585 using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Proud2BMe 1,016 Posted April 11, 2016 Go to the Pre-Op sleeve forum and read the pinned topics. Lots of useful info there. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alexanderv 7 Posted April 11, 2016 Hi I'm a 56 y/o female just starting the process. I have struggled with my weight all my life. My BMI is 43 I'm 5'4 weight is 257. I am ready to live without all the meds for diabetes,high blood pressure, bi-pap. I believe I'm making the right choice. Sent from my XT1254 using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Inner Surfer Girl 12,015 Posted April 11, 2016 I am just starting the process of the sleeve. I have been referred to a surgeon by my doctor and am registered for a seminar on May 2nd. Any tips for me?? Sent from my XT1585 using the BariatricPal App My advice: Take lots of notes, write everything down. Ask questions and if you don't understand something keep asking until you do. Most of all, be prepared to be patient and politely persistent. Best of luck! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alexanderv 7 Posted April 11, 2016 OK. I'm schedule for this Wednesday. Sent from my XT1254 using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dadsrebel 24 Posted April 12, 2016 Main thing is grow some patience! It will seem like takes forever but once you clear all ur tests things start coming together. I started in Aug 2015 and just had surgery last week Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rondaG 3 Posted April 12, 2016 I started the process in October. It's been 6 months of weighting and my life being on hold. Made me soooo happy to get a date. Be patient and pray a lot. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alexanderv 7 Posted April 12, 2016 I hope I didn't wait until I was a little to old. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KristenLe 5,979 Posted April 12, 2016 I hope I didn't wait until I was a little to old.Never too old... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alexanderv 7 Posted April 12, 2016 I pray I get through the surgery and have no problem just success Sent from my XT1254 using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites