Intro time: who's new to the group, who's pre-op, & who just recently made it to the loser's bench?

[Frustr8 7,886]

@ Manpower, haven't seen,or heard from you in months but if have a FYI for you. OSU says absolutely no pickles not even Level 4. Be glad you are in Cornhusker Land!

[nurse4126 19]

RNY on June 11,2018.

[Elle_Woods 36]

Hey all! I just joined last week. I have my last pre-op appointment on July 31st, and surgery schedule for August 13th! Feeling lots of emotion and a little scared but know this is the best decision for me.../

[anndavid 3]

Hello everyone. I am going through all the pre-op hoops right now and hope to have surgery this fall. I am 43 years old and a busy mama to 7 kids from preschool to college.

[3furbabies 1]

Hi There! going through the hoops here! I was originally referred to a Core program, (3 months of shakes) but when I met with the doctor, he said I was a good candidate for surgery. After thinking it over and talking to a few people who have had the surgery, I opted in. I have a pre-op group info session next week. From there, I have no idea how long til surgery. I'm expecting about 6 months but who knows. I'm in Ontario so it's all covered so I feel really luck. My work place is also very supportive.

[MrsSD 5]

Hi new here. The process for me went very very fast. My initial visit was May 22nd & I’m scheduled for surgery July 26th. I have a BMI of 37. I think the most stressful part was the psych evaluation. Not sure why it was so stressful but it was.

[Frustr8 7,886]

Wowee You are on Speed Dial instead of slogging along forever like I feel I have done. But you are very welcome and we are proud to add you to our world-wide group. I am 72, BMI of 47, planning RnY bypass surgery yet this month, I should find out an exact date 7/17/2018. It will be at Ohio State University Hospital with Bradley J Needleman. the top Dog Bariatric Surgeon. there so I am a lucky lady. Been on this trek since August 2015, many stops and starts, but soon it will be completed and I can start on a future life more healthy, more fit and a lower weight is pretty cool too. Lets share this experience together!😛🍀🙏😷🌈

[MrsSD 5]

That would be great frustr8! Please keep me posted when your surgery date is. Hopefully we can share ideas on anything that would help get through it all

[tiyana Harvey 2]

I had my surgery on Friday and still recovering

[AshMarie794 164]

5 minutes ago, tiyana Harvey said:

I had my surgery on Friday and still recovering

What surgery did you have and how is your recovering coming along?

[Letsgetgoing2018 448]

Hi I had the sleeve on July 10th. I am tolerating full fluids pretty well. Getting bored though. Trying to be creative with Soups to switch it up a little. No swallowing issues thank god. Losing slowly. Looking forward to my new slimmer life.

[Pznapd 10]

Hello. New to the group. I've done all pre op testing, except for the EGD which is scheduled for August 1st. My bariatric surgery benefits become active on October 29, and the plan is to submit on that day. Looking forward to a November 2018 surgery date.

[J San 1,071]

Welcome @Pznapd and good luck on your journey. Be ready to get your fill of knowledge and experience here from so many wonderful people. Feel free to ask ANYTHING and you will get supportive answers and suggestions. The group here are so great. I couldn't be happier that I have been a part of it for the last few months!!

I'm 10 days post op, had mine on July 12th. On full liquids now and have been doing well with everything. A bit rough the 1st few days but thankfully it was no where near as rough as some experiences I have read about. Weight loss is going great. I was +5lbs 2 days after surgery date but since, 8 days later, I'm down 18lbs. In know this will not last very long but I hope it lasts for a good bit. I'm so anxious to start working out more but I know I have to wait. Patience was not something I thought I'd have to work on during this process.

Best of luck to everyone.

[Frustr8 7,886]

@Manpower,if you are still out there be happy for me.
September 5th 2018
7 AM. E.D.T.
Ohio State University Hospital- Wexner Medical Center
Columbus Ohio 43210
Type Surgery RnY bypass
Surgeon Bradley J Needleman - Department Head'-- Bariatric Surgery & Metabolic Weight Loss
And Finally,It Will Be Happening!!!

[Ellens531 81]

@Manpower,if you are still out there be happy for me.
September 5th 2018
7 AM. E.D.T.
Ohio State University Hospital- Wexner Medical Center
Columbus Ohio 43210
Type Surgery RnY bypass
Surgeon Bradley J Needleman - Department Head'-- Bariatric Surgery & Metabolic Weight Loss
And Finally,It Will Be Happening!!!

That's awesome!!

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