Scheduled yesterday for Surgery on Monday!

[tztmama 0]

Well I am off to get my band on Monday, 9/26!

I called yesterday to ask when I would get scheduled and they asked if I could come in Monday! Not only that, my Dr. told me I get free fills for the first year! Needless to say I am happy and nervous. My Dr. also said I could more than likely drive myself home the next day. Did anyone else drive themself home the next day? I am thinking I might take a friend and have her drive me home (2 hr drive) the same day. Any info is greatly appreciated.

[Lynn B 0]

Whoa... you doctor shouldn't have told you that IMO. I know that some people are bounding out of bed and off pain meds the next day but I don't think that is the majority. You will more often than not be on morphine after the surgery and then a liquid narcotic. Driving while on a narcotic is bad, bad, bad - especially with a 2 hour drive after major surgery. I live 40 min from the hospital and my DR tried to get me to stay an extra day just in case. For me personally, I was banded on 9/12 and did finally drive this weekend but the left hand turns were murder as everything is still a little sore (not painful but sore) on that side from the port. I would have someone pick you up for sure.

On the brighter side - Congrats on your surgery date - I am so excited for you!! See you on the losing side!

[tztmama 0]

Lynn,

Thanks so much for the information! I think I will talk to the surgery coordinator. I am thinking that I should stay in a hotel a day or two before returning to San Diego. Thanks for the warm welcome! I can't wait to get started on this journey!

[Jammin & Losin 1]

Definatly take someone with you. You need a driver! You will not feel like driving at all even the next day!! Congratulations on getting such a quick date for your surgery.... now run out and stock up on all your bandster gear and get ready for the start of the journey of a lifetime!!! Good luck and wishes for a speedy recovery!!

[Parvathi 2]

Congratulations on getting a surgery date

I wasn't allowed behind the wheel for 7 days. I could have done it after 4 or 5, but definitely no sooner. I guess everyone is different though.

Good luck with it all

[sunsett 2]

Hey I'm the same day as you. Congrats! Do you have to do any preop stuff? I've been on a liquid diet since 9/12. I'm making it, and haven't killed anyone in my family yet, although if they keep leaving thier dishes in the sink I might have to!

I wonder if anyone else is having it on the 26th?

[tztmama 0]

Hi Sunsett,

I am so glad to hear I have a pal who is also going in on Monday. Lets keep in touch with how we are doing, ok?

Are you just bursting with excitement? I am! I am sort of nervous too. Best of luck to you!

Darla

[sunsett 2]

I freaked out this weekend! Was terrified! Not to the point of backing out but just the whole aftercare thing, plus I'm going on a cruise on 10/14. So will I be feeling ok able to eat and swim.

Then yesterday I went to my Dr, who I hope stayes in Charlotte for the rest of my life! He sad with me and my husband for over an hour answering all of my questions. I have such peace now! Moments of Anxiety, BIG MOMENTS, but I know in my heart this is the right thing for me to do, and I also know I have the right Dr doing it to me.

Yes lets stay in touch!

[tztmama 0]

Hey Sunset,

This is really a coincidence...................I am going out of town Oct. 18 - 30! You are leaving on the 14th and me on the 18th. I am going to keep you in my thoughts and prayers so all goes well. I am not going on a cruise but I will be out in the boondocks (tiny, tiny, town) in Northern New Mexico. Everyone I ask says we should be fine by then. Let's think positive..............and really focus on our recovery, ok?

[fee 0]

congrats on your surgery date

hope it all goes well

[Teresita 0]

Coongratulations ladies on your surgery dates. DJ please don't drive, my ride home was the worst part of surgery. Riding through Wasington DC hitting on the bumps were horrible. A girlfriend of mine drove and I recently asked her was I freaking out on my way home after surgery. She told me no, I told her I was yelling and scream while hitting all the bumps all the way home. I told her I did not believe it but I was on morphine so it was all in my head. LOL

It would be best to have someone with you even if you stay at the hotel. I wish I could be there for you. I think I will volunteer to be a buddy on the a few weekends at the hospital for anyone who does not have somone to be there with them. Thanks DJ