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Missrut718    12

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@Staceyb2121 &[mention=323004]Missrut718[/mention] - what has been your overall experience with NYBG? Dr Holliver seems great but I’m not a fan of the nutritionalist. Also, how did you feel going directly to purée after surgery? It was a bit much for me and I stuck with shakes and yogurt. Adding Soup and eggs this week.




Which nutritionist did you meet with? I met with Shara Lazar. I thought my initial consult was quit rushed and the packet that they gave us was not super informative. I bought that package though so we’ll see how she is when I make my appointments through that. I had no problems going right to purees, thankfully. I have been sticking more to the yogurts and ricotta type stuff though. I did make turkey chili but I puréed it to a thin consistency.


HW: 296
SW: 277
CW: 268
GW: 150
Sleeved 3/12/18

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Staceyb2121    30

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1 hour ago, NYCNomad said:

@Staceyb2121 &@Missrut718 - what has been your overall experience with NYBG? Dr Holliver seems great but I’m not a fan of the nutritionalist. Also, how did you feel going directly to purée after surgery? It was a bit much for me and I stuck with shakes and yogurt. Adding Soup and eggs this week.

I have been a patient of NYBG for about 6 years and that office has been nothing less then fantastic, I can't say enough good things. Of course, I don't really see the doctors unless its surgery or an endoscopy but the staff is great. I really just see the PA, Nicole. I also saw Sharon for the nutrition consult and for my first follow up. I email a lot and my questions are always answered pretty quickly. As for soft foods, I didn't have any problems and stayed on all Protein soft for the month and just started solid protein,

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Missrut718    12

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I have been a patient of NYBG for about 6 years and that office has been nothing less then fantastic, I can't say enough good things. Of course, I don't really see the doctors unless its surgery or an endoscopy but the staff is great. I really just see the PA, Nicole. I also saw Sharon for the nutrition consult and for my first follow up. I email a lot and my questions are always answered pretty quickly. As for soft foods, I didn't have any problems and stayed on all Protein soft for the month and just started solid Protein,

Good to know. I will start sending emails if I’m unsure about anything!


HW: 296
SW: 277
CW: 268
GW: 150
Sleeved 3/12/18

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Missrut718    12

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How did your post-op appointments go?


HW: 296
SW: 277
CW: 266
GW: 150
Sleeved 3/12/18

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NYCNomad    64

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Went well! I had a work dinner tonight (4-course, fancy restaurant) and doc cleared me to sample mushy things. Have to say it was an interesting experience! I couldn’t take more than 2-3 bites without feeling full. Was good to know the sleeve works because I’ve been drinking Water so fast that I was a bit concerned.

The servers kept asking if everything was alright or if I had any special dietary restrictions when I kept turning down the passed apps. Finally I told them I was on a special diet and they let me be. Note to self, let them know ahead of time to prevent extra attention being drawn.


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daylany    38

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Hey how was your surgery? I'm from NYC, My surgery date was 3/13. Today is actually the first day I felt a bit normal.

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Hi i had surgery 03/12. At bellevue hospital nyc. Im not going to lie, for me surgery hasn’t been a big deal i don’t get a lot of nausea or pain. I felt okey the 4 day after surgery i started doing my normal activities right away even my family members are impressed because it is like nothing happened. I’ve lost 15 pounds already. My nutritionist is giving me a 4 weeks liquid diet post op witch has been the hardest part because, im craving real food a lot. I don’t like those Protein Shakes anymore, im so tired of all this liquids.< br>

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Ruiz_13    6

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Oh wow that is impressive. I felt like crap until yesterday. I had surgery in lenox hill hospital, I still get nauseated just not as bad. I haven't weigh in yet, kind of nervous to even look at the numbers I know I'll obsess over it. The Protein Shakes have been heavy on my stomach especially because I'm still not used to 4oz every hour. I try to get my liquid through everything sugar free ice pops, Jello, ice cubes, tea, etc etc.

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Staceyb2121    30

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I had my one moth today. I lost 10 more pounds for a total of 26 from pre op and 17 from surgery.

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Missrut718    12

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How is everyone doing?

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NYCRN    4

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NYC here. Sleeved 4/15/18. Also looking for support. Would be nice to talk to people who understand what you’re going through


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