Any December '08 Bandsters?

[grandmax19 0]

To unsure 15:

Where in Mexico are you going? I was banded 12/2 in Monterey and had a great experience. I have nothing but rave reviews for the hospital and staff there. As a self pay, I couldn't afford the physician fees locally, so I had to opt for Mexico. If money wasn't an issue, knowing what I know now, I would have still opted for Mexico.

Best wishes for a great trip and successful surgery.

[Unsure15 0]

Thanks!!! I'll be in Tijiuana... which sounds pretty scary :thumbup: but I trust what I've researched...

[doodleallday 0]

December 15th @ 7:30am, performed by Dr. Keith Gersin @ Carolina's Medical Center Mercy. :3 I'm SOOO excited!!!

Already had my first nightmare about it. In the dream, I had to take two exams (I'm a full-time college 5th year student) and failed them both with a 60. Gersin wouldn't perform the surgery, so he called my parents in to interview them seperately. When it finally came time for me to get the results, I went into the office (which morphed into my parents bedroom) and he was laying in bed, asking me to turn out the lights. I was ENRAGED, in my hospital gown and panties, all ready to go. I thought perhaps he wanted to see some passion, to see that I really cared about the procedure, so I started screaming and carrying on about how I'd just gone 14 days without eating (remember, I'm dreaming) and how there's no way in heck I would leave without a band!!!

LOL! Anxieties much? Yeah...

[Mariposita78 1]

I'm finally scheduled...for next friday Dec 12 @ Cedars Sanai Med In ... LA California..

Im excited...I cant wait to be done...lol. I thank GOD because he has been blessing me plenty through this process...

[barneygirl 0]

Dec. 31st. !!! What a way to start off the new year:lol:

[ibtrouble 3]

I'm a December Bandster...down for 12/19. I'm on day 3 of my pre-op diet and have had 'little indiscretions' every day. A few crackers here, goldfish there... Why am I doing this if I can't even stick to the pre-op plan. I am scared...But I have lost 4 lbs as of today despite my best efforts so I won't give up just yet. Also, I'm VERY grouchy...anyone who says this is the easy way out is insane.:sad_smile:

[V-Queen 0]

Well got banded last thursday ..the forth:thumbup: And I would have to say the whole thing hasn't been that bad. I personally found the 2 week shake thing easy ..but then I have four children so it made eating quik and simple.

Waking up after surgery totally sucked and I dry heaved a little but after that I was ready to get home..I'm just alittle sore now but the meds help...I do keep have weird sensations though just under my breast bone Ii feels like something tightning and then it goes away:wink2: But liked I said its not that bad!:sad_smile:

[GiJane 0]

My surgery is Tuesday and I am up and down. I read the posts and they help a lot. I see different experiences after surgery and I wonder what mine will be....that is the nervous part. I guess we all walk the plank eventually. I am trying to stay calm and collected. I worked hard getting all the pre-approval things done and now I am approved and scheduled, it is scary. I want this and now that is here I have to finish. Keep me in your thoughts, Tuesday's scheduled bandster.

[sue in ne 1]

ibtrouble, Please try the Protein powders and liquids. GNC carries some and others are available on-line. It helped me a LOT with between meal eating. Also, find some thing to do away from the food. It helps. I too, got short with DD early on. It happens. Just focus on the prize. Rememeber it is only for a short while.

[sue in ne 1]

GI Jane, Good Luck. 2nd thoughts are normal. Get on-line and talk to us. Be positive. I cleaned house like mad to keep busy the day before. Pray or meditate;It helps. Be positive. Drink Water up until Midnight the night before, or whatever cutoff time your surgeon gave. Take slippers/warm socks with you. Bring a robe. The nurses here did not recommend wearing your own nightgown/PJs as they will be poking, prodding and swabbing your tummy. The hospital gowns are easier for all. Get any liquid meds you may need now. Stay on top of the pain- the nurses stressed it was easier to maintain a level of comfort than try to get it back. I'm short and since surgery, it hurts to bend over - so got an extended reach- grabber; it helps:thumbup:

[GiJane 0]

Thanks you sooo much, much appreciated.

[sue in ne 1]

:thumbup:GI Jane Good Luck Today...Plan to hear from you soon...

[HOWLUCKYAMI 0]

My surgery is Tuesday and I am up and down. I read the posts and they help a lot. I see different experiences after surgery and I wonder what mine will be....that is the nervous part. I guess we all walk the plank eventually. I am trying to stay calm and collected. I worked hard getting all the pre-approval things done and now I am approved and scheduled, it is scary. I want this and now that is here I have to finish. Keep me in your thoughts, Tuesday's scheduled bandster.

Good Luck, GiJane! You're going to do great. Keep remembering why you wanted this bad enough to go through everything you did to get here. We're all with you and sending positive thoughts your way!

[MicheleK 8]

Hi all

Well i have everything approved and i now know my insurance is covering everything except the dietian:thumbs_down:but what can you do i am so happy that things are moving along and i have my date:thumbup: i am both excited and nervous my surgery will be on Dec 29th and i start my liquid diet on the 19th:laugh:i know it sounds funny but i am so looking for to starting it all i have appointment on friday with my dietian so i guess i will learn more there:confused:.Is there anyone else out there with the same date i would love to have a band buddy:smile2: if anyone out there is intrested good luck to all keep up the good work and lets all think of the end results:thumbup:

My surgery was moved to 12/29 due to some travel conflictions. I'm scared to death of screwing up my pre-op diet on Christmas.

[mair 0]

I am going to be banded on Dec 16th. I am so excited, its finally here.