audaciousmarie 165 Posted May 3, 2016 Hello Everyone, I thought I'd introduce myself on the site. This is my second go round at weight loss surgery (I was approved in 2013 for gastric sleeve through UHC but I chickened out the morning of surgery). This time I'll be getting surgery through Kaiser (the Fremont location and my surgeon is Dr. Hahn). In comparison to my experience last time I feel more ready for the lifetime changes I need to make in order to succeed with this surgery. I have been overweight all of my life. I've managed to lose 90 pounds twice, through low carb dieting and exercise, but each time I gain it back. I am really grateful to be able to participate in this support board as it has made my journey to surgery so much easier because I see there are people out there going through the exact same things I am. Sent from my SM-G925T using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Inner Surfer Girl 12,015 Posted May 3, 2016 Welcome! Glad to hear that you haven't given up. I think things happen when they are supposed to happen. It sounds like taking more time was a good idea. Keep us posted on how you are doing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
audaciousmarie 165 Posted May 3, 2016 Welcome! Glad to hear that you haven't given up. I think things happen when they are supposed to happen. It sounds like taking more time was a good idea. Keep us posted on how you are doing. Thank you so much and I definitely will:) Sent from my SM-G925T using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
veebs 1 Posted May 3, 2016 Welcome! I'm new too! When is your surgery? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
audaciousmarie 165 Posted May 3, 2016 Welcome! I'm new too! When is your surgery? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Thank you! And welcome to you as well. I don't have a surgery date yet (I am still completing the pre op requirements) but I am hoping to get the surgery done in either June or July. Do you have a surgery date? Have you met the surgeon yet? My next step is the psych appointment and I am a little nervous about it. Sent from my SM-G925T using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
veebs 1 Posted May 3, 2016 Welcome! I'm new too! When is your surgery? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Thank you! And welcome to you as well. I don't have a surgery date yet (I am still completing the pre op requirements) but I am hoping to get the surgery done in either June or July. Do you have a surgery date? Have you met the surgeon yet? My next step is the psych appointment and I am a little nervous about it. Sent from my SM-G925T using the BariatricPal App My date is July 4th. I'm going to Tijuana for my surgery, so I'll meet him the day before. I too, like to live dangerously. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
audaciousmarie 165 Posted May 3, 2016 Welcome! I'm new too! When is your surgery? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Thank you! And welcome to you as well. I don't have a surgery date yet (I am still completing the pre op requirements) but I am hoping to get the surgery done in either June or July. Do you have a surgery date? Have you met the surgeon yet? My next step is the psych appointment and I am a little nervous about it. Sent from my SM-G925T using the BariatricPal App My date is July 4th. I'm going to Tijuana for my surgery, so I'll meet him the day before. I too, like to live dangerously. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Well thats awesome and very brave. I have heard nothing but positive things from people who go to Mexico for surgery (and its so much cheaper). Sent from my SM-G925T using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jane13 2,256 Posted May 3, 2016 @@audaciousmarie - Welcome! Let us know when you get your date @@veebs - Welcome and you have a very special Independence Day celebration this year !!!! Keep posting and hang on - its a wild ride! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
audaciousmarie 165 Posted May 3, 2016 @@audaciousmarie - Welcome! Let us know when you get your date @@veebs - Welcome and you have a very special Independence Day celebration this year !!!! Keep posting and hang on - its a wild ride! Thank you and I definitely will:) Sent from my SM-G925T using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
becomingmandikaye 262 Posted May 3, 2016 Welcome! I'm also hoping to have a surgery date in June. I finished my pre-op reqs yesterday (NUT and psych), so now I'm just waiting for approval and a date. Maybe we'll be surgery buddies! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
audaciousmarie 165 Posted May 3, 2016 Welcome! I'm also hoping to have a surgery date in June. I finished my pre-op reqs yesterday (NUT and psych), so now I'm just waiting for approval and a date. Maybe we'll be surgery buddies!Thanks and congrats to you! Hopefully we both will be in June:) Sent from my SM-G925T using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Essence46 493 Posted May 3, 2016 Welcome!!!! Good luck. Please keep us posted on your journey. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
smg 471 Posted May 3, 2016 @@audaciousmarie - Welcome and sounds like you're ready to take the plunge this time around. Best of luck to you. You'll do great! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
audaciousmarie 165 Posted May 3, 2016 Welcome!!!! Good luck. Please keep us posted on your journey. Thank you and I will Sent from my SM-G925T using the BariatricPal App @@audaciousmarie - Welcome and sounds like you're ready to take the plunge this time around. Best of luck to you. You'll do great!I do feel more ready this go around. Thanks for the encouragement. Sent from my SM-G925T using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites