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I did! Wouldn't have traded it for the world!  Loved everything about my experience! Feel free to send me a message with any ?s!

Happy to answer whatever I can!  Dr. Jones was my surgeon - he was excellent and I was VERY pleased with my choice.  I couldn't imagine having another surgeon although I know they're all great at BIDMC.  Good luck with your meeting!  If you're at the point of meeting with Dr. J, I imagine you've done your nutrition classes, met with Sue and the nurses, etc.  The entire program was excellent. 

I had a bit of delay from the time I met with Dr. J until surgery as my insurance deniel my surgery...so, I had to appeal.  But, all in all, from the time I was approved to surgery date, it was just about a month.  WELL worth the wait in my opinion though!  My surgery stay was also great...all the staff were so helpful and kind.  I really don't have anything bad or critical to say at all.  From start to fini**** was a great experience!  I go back in a month for my one year follow up and I can't wait to see everyone!  I haven't had a chance to get back for any of the support groups but I just may once the weather warms up!  I did, however, go to the preop required meetings...went to even more than I had to because I enjoyed them so much! 

Again, good luck tomorrow...hope you get your surgery date soon!

WOW!  Congrats on getting your date - and that's a really quick one!!!  YAY for you! 

As for what to have at the hospital or home...I really found that I didn't need much at the hospital.  A robe would be helpful as you will be taking walks in the hallways - and, slippers are good too.  Other than that, they take good care of you!  For home, a bed wedge was very helpful for me with sleeping for the first several weeks.  A pillow (to hold against your stomach on the ride home) was helpful too.

Other than that...a couple cans of broth, instant SF pudding/jello for after surgery...but, don't go too crazy and buy too much as your tastes may change. 

Wishing you all the best - you'll be in great hands, I'm sure!  What surgery are you having?

Best of luck to you!

 Hi there,

I'm brandy new and have my very first appointment to meet with a nurse named Elaine at BID on 3/16.  So brandy, BRANDY new.  I've been reading lots of posts though and a gazillion questions come to mind.  Mrs Claus, I'm curious - you said yours was held up because your insurance denied it the first time and you had to appeal.  Do you mind if I ask what insurance you were dealing with and why the denied you the first time?  On paper I meet all the criteria for my insurance company (BCBS) but that's one of my fears.

Hey! Hi! Actually it's Jamie, lol. I meant Brandy New like Brand New but using unnecessarily flowery language. :) Sounds like you're doing great!! I've been thinking about it just in my head for ages, and started doing online research back in October or November. Just had a sleep study and got a diagnosis of sleep apnea, paving the way with my insurance company in theory - we shall see. Which surgery did you have - I think it said GBS in your earlier post - gastric bypass?

Hi there!
Great to hear that BIDMC is a good place.  This is going to be my first hospital experience ever.  I've been fortunate in that way and so have no idea what to expect.  
I was checking out your blog, it's great!
Thanks for the hellos, and I'll be sure to check in as things progress!

 Thanks a lot!

 Hi!  I have my very first appointment a week from today.  I'm excited!  I'm already a therapy-girl on a regular basis so I hope that will be acceptable.  :)

I'm lucky I have a supportive husband and some supportive friends!

 That is exactly how I did it! That means you will be on the other side soon! Good Luck and let me know if you have any questions!!!