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Why did they change your date? This almost happend to me "insurance" issues on a Friday, but I refused to take NO for an answer. I have waited too long. On May 25 it will be a year since I started the process.

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I have waited too long. On May 25 it will be a year since I started the process.

I too am being banded tomorrow. 24 hours from now I'll be in surgery. And I started my process 11 months ago so I know how you feel! Good luck to all of us!

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:thumbup:Hello Everyone,

I really enjoyed reading your exciting postings. I too am scheduled for lapband surgery (tentatively) for May 25, 2009. Just waiting for confirmation from the nurse to see if the surgeon will be available to perform the surgery. My feelings about the big date is mixed, as I am both excited to beginning a healthier new me, but I am also nervous. Good luck to those who are awaiting surgery prior to my date and to those who have already had their surgeries. :-)

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Hi there,

I am scheduled to be banded on May 18th. Currently on my liquid diet!

Much luck -- I am scheduled to be banded on May 25, 2009 granted the surgeon will be available. This is my first surgery, so I am nerveous and excited all at the same time. Can't wait to start the new me. I have a support group meeting this evening and can't wait to let them know that I have been approved and on my way to the new me!!!!!!

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Hi there everyone! I'm scheduled for May 15th! Can't wait!

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hi everyone, i just joined today so forgive me if i seem kinda new to posting in a forum. I have my surgery scheduled for may 21st!!! im so excited and sooo nervous at the same time. I cant wait to start shedding pounds. I love Shrinko de Mayo....its perfect. Im so glad i found this place...its comforting to know other people going through the same situation as me.

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Shaun, I'm so sorry to hear that your surgery date got bumped at the last minute. Keep your chin up!

WELCOME to all the newcomers! We have set up a mayo Banditos forum that we encourage you to check out. There is a large group of us over there, and there are many threads going on about all sorts of subjects concerning our upcoming surgeries and, for some, their recent surgeries! Here is a handy link. Just click on this below:

May 09 Bandsters - Lap Band Surgery and Lap Band Discussion Forum

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I just got my surgery date May 28th. Its almost 3 weeks ... Im very excited.

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Mine is on the 26th...and now that it's real,I'm getting really nervous...i hope this doesn't last all month! lol

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My best friend and I are both scheduled to be banded on 5/19 - we are SO excited!!! Best of luck to all!!!

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Hi, I'm scheduled for May 20th but my doctor has not put me on a liquid diet. Am I missing something I should be doing? signed Maybaby

Hi Maybaby, I don't start my liquid diet until 5 days before surgery. Why don't you call your nutritionist or nurse and find out the protocol & you'll be better off being prepared for it. GB

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Hi, I'm scheduled for May 20th but my doctor has not put me on a liquid diet. Am I missing something I should be doing? signed Maybaby

Hey Maybaby,

My doctor did not put me on a liquid diet at all. It all depends on the doctor and your starting weight. Best of luck!

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