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I just found out that my insurance approved surgery!! I won't be able to have surgery until October because of my work schedule. Anyway, I really wasn't getting my hopes up in case insurance didn't approve it, but now it's real omg. I'm nervous and excited and would love someone to be buddies with through this. Any takers?

I'm 37. I have 4 kids (14, 11, 4 and 2) and I'm a teacher. I am starting with a BMI of 40 exactly with no comorbidities. Anyone out there with similar stats? Even different stats but you are having surgery in October? My date is 10/4.

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I'm 1 month post op but wanted to drop in and say Congrats on getting approved and on getting your date. Let the excitement outweigh the fear. There is nothing really to worry about. If there are any negatives, you will overcome them.

Hope you find your buddy or buddies. I'm sure there is an October surgery thread somewhere. Good luck with everything from here on!!!!

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I just got a voicemail notifying me of approval. Definitely feeling a little nervous. Hoping to get surgery scheduled for Oct 1.

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Congratulations Red Alicia, you just missed my September, 2018 surgeries and Success forum, it's okay, I started it, I'll "grandfather" you in. Keep us updated on your path to surgery, if there is anything that we can do to help, just ask! Every new friend is a new friend to me!

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Thank you

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Congratulations to you both on getting your dates!

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Hello! My surgery day will either be October 15th or 17th! I’m very nervous but excited at the same time! I’m 30. Married with 2 boys, 11 and 6. I’m a Lending Manager. Nice to meet you! BMI 38 with high colesterol

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Well you are,picking,a good time, I always loved the contrast,of blue skies and tree colors.

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CONGRATS AND GOOD LUCK!

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VSG on October 17th for me!

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I too am hoping for an October date... Fingers crossed. I should know on Monday if its been approved or not... Congrats on the date and approval! Will not be long coming around for you :)

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Got my approval last week -- October 1st is my surgery date and I'm a nervous wreck lol

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