What was YOUR experience

[Danielle893 4]

I am so nervous about having the gastric sleeve! I am 27 years old and have not had a surgery since I was probably 10 when I had my tonsils taken out!! I am financing the surgery myself and want to know how soon I may have the surgery after my initial consultation. My very first appointment is next Tuesday. I do not take any medication and have no other comorbid condition. I know this is wishful thinking but it would be awesome to have it mid August!! If you were a self pay what was your experience like and how quick did you have your surgery after your initial consultation?

Thanks!!

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[Inner Surfer Girl 12,015]

I was sleeved April 20, 2015 and it was my first surgery ever. I still have my tonsils.

I couldn't have asked for a better experience, recovery, or progress so far.

As to how long until you can schedule surgery, that is going to depend on your surgeon's requirements and how quickly you can get pre-op testing scheduled and the results of those tests.

[OutsideMatchInside 10,166]

I wasn't self pay, I did it with insurance in 8 weeks. A business associate used the same doctor and did it in less than a month as self pay.

A lot of how fast you can get to surgery depends on your personal history, how much pre-op testing you need and your availability for testing.

I work for myself and I was able to take every appointment they offered me, and rearrange my schedule around it.

[Wolfgirl78 266]

I was self pay. My first appointment with the surgeon was April 24, my surgery was June 12. I was able to schedule it as soon as I had my finances in order. After my consultation, I started the loan process through my credit union. When I had the money, I called and set a date. I didn't have to jump through any of the usual hoops that insurance patients do. I just had the normal pre surgery blood work. I had a liquid diet for either 3-5 days before hand (it's been a long time ago, can't remember exactly.)

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