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canadiancricket
on 6/6/12 6:09 pm - Canada

Topic: RE: Group Session

3 months ahead of me....God that's exciting

candygirl2698
on 6/6/12 4:17 pm - Canada

Topic: RE: Group Session

My acceptance letter was dated Oct. 31st. 2011. It seems like a long time ago but it has gone by faster than expected!

candygirl2698
on 6/6/12 4:16 pm - Canada

Topic: RE: Group Session

Thanks for the info!

Corissa
on 6/6/12 3:03 pm, edited 6/6/12 3:06 pm - Manitoba, Canada

Topic: WOW

I'm amazed that my BMI has gone from 57.2 in July 2011 and now is 37.4 and my weight has gone from 365 lbs down to 239 lbs.

canadiancricket
on 6/6/12 2:53 pm - Canada

Topic: RE: Group Session

when did you get your first acceptance letter?

notoriousgrannyD
on 6/6/12 2:10 pm, edited 6/6/12 2:11 pm

Topic: RE: Group Session

I went Dec 16th. There was about 10 of us, we met in a meeting room at St. B but that location might have changed. We had a presentation by Dr. Andrews on the different surgeries available, the differences in between them, why one might be better than another for certain people, etc. We had a question period for him (we peppered him with all kinds of things haha) and then Laura (the NUT) had a presentation on nutrition and exercise, gave us a folder and entertained questions. There will probably be another long wait between the info session and your actual Dr. appt. (but hopefully things will roll along quickly for you) We also gave Laura $50 for the session and got some healthy snacks and a book called "The Undiet" which is about making life changes instead of "dieting" (kinda like a compilation from a Chatellaine magazine JMHO)

It lasted about 2 hours

NGD

. Surgery date OCTOBER 16th

candygirl2698
on 6/6/12 1:36 pm - Canada

Topic: Group Session

I finally got my appointment for the group session! Whoot whoot ! I am going June 13, anyone else on here going to that one? How many people are usually at the group session and whats it all about?

Thanks!

Candace

icychick
on 6/6/12 11:40 am - Canada

Topic: RE: Getting worried no response from coordinator

i hope everything works out and its just a hicup in communication

its-killen-me
on 6/6/12 9:41 am - Selkirk, Canada

Topic: Getting worried no response from coordinator

Yikes , I hope I didn't get scammed, I haven't heard from my medical guide Laurie. she received the deposit and hasn't called. I left message and email. Very worried now. only been 2 days but its crunch time surgery is supposed to be june 14 if its really booked.

Dr. Jamie Ponce de Leon - Medical guide Laurie Wolf Received money Never showed up - Only thing booked were flights. Surgeon and Medical team, and hospital were awesome . There is another Medical guide named Trish she is good. PM me for info.

alle
on 6/6/12 8:50 am

Topic: RE: Sleeved in Mexico

Way to go Trish, I have been thinking about you lots. So happy to hear you're doing well. Hope to see you again soon. Take it easy and have a safe journey home, bet your sweetie is missing you!

Referred March 2/11, Group Orientation Nov. 4 /11, Surgery date May 15/12 RNY

alle
on 6/6/12 8:33 am

Topic: RE: Phone or mail?

I agree Dr. Andrew is great, very good bedside manner. Very understanding and really listens to you. Also I noticed that the nursing staff on the surgery floor at the Vic had a lot of respect for him, which I think says a lot about him too! He came by at 7:30 at night the day after my surgery after an obviously long day to check on me.

Referred March 2/11, Group Orientation Nov. 4 /11, Surgery date May 15/12 RNY

alle
on 6/6/12 8:24 am

Topic: RE: time flys

I agree that you can over think it, I know I was starting to. After the first few days on the liquid diet you get into a rhythm and it's not that bad. I also think it was easier than it is now post surgery, trying to get in lots of protein and water. You'll do fine, and take it one day at a time and before you know it your 2 weeks will be done and you'll be on your way to the loser's bench.

Referred March 2/11, Group Orientation Nov. 4 /11, Surgery date May 15/12 RNY

Kokonut
on 6/6/12 8:07 am

Topic: RE: time flys

WHOOHOO! SO close!!!

I overthought it too, turns out I was worried for nothing. I did fine after the 3rd day on liquid. I had headaches for the first few days, then I bumped up my water/crystal light intake and I was fine. I also ate about a can of tuna during each of those weeks. A bite or two a day while I was making supper for the fambam got me through...a "safe" cheat .I know some WLS surgeons use real food pre-op diets, so I perused their menus. LOL I really tried to follow all the diet guidelines closely from start til NOW...I still don't drink and eat at the same time. That's a big one for me! I used to drink 2 -3 glasses of liquid(not milk) with a meal for EVER. Not a problem...

My treat was after the household went to bed, I stayed up and had my last shake in peace and quiet!! Simple things for simple minds...

There will be more meet n greets...you will get to one eventually!!

Highest Weight Ever:312 StartW:272 CW:164 SW:253 GW:180 Height 5'10"

tiffany07
on 6/5/12 8:21 pm - Canada

Topic: RE: Phone or mail?

im having surgery in wpg

Referall sent out June 2011, Group Meeting Dec 2,2011, Dr Andrew Jan 25,2012, Psych Evaluation March 1st,2012, Dietician April 12,2012. Surgery June 26,2012!! Nutritionist Goal reached 6 months post op!! SW 247

BCwaiting
on 6/5/12 8:15 pm - Canada

Topic: RE: time flys

I just went through the 2 weeks of diet and had surgery 1 week ago. I actually found the 2 weeks pre op diet easier than nowafter surgery. I loved the shakes mixed with cold chi tea and ice cubes in a blender. I ended up having an extra glass of tomato juice each day for the first 3 days, then it got easier. KEEP BUSY. Find yourself some jobs to do in the evening after you have your shake just to keep your mind off food. Good luck.
Barb C.

referral April/2011 Weight 230 lbs.,orientation Nov 30/2011, surgeon Jan 4/2012, Psych Feb 2, Dietician March 15, physical Apr 12, Surgery VSG May 29/2012,
pre-op weight 180 lbs. ,

justmest
on 6/5/12 7:59 pm - Canada

Topic: RE: Sleeved in Mexico

When you do pass from the bottom end you will LOVE it!! hahaha... well at least I did.. lol

Referal weight 265, surgery date weight 243, ticker is all post op loss so add 22 to ticker loss

icychick
on 6/5/12 7:53 pm - Canada

Topic: RE: Phone or mail?

Dr Andrew is an amazing sugeon , Last year he was my sugeon on a unrelated manner and i trully trust him and his team . He is very nice great bedside manner and very respectful and understanding .

tiffany07
on 6/5/12 7:22 pm - Canada

Topic: time flys

Words cannot express how crazy I've been lately! My liquid diet starts in a week....which means 3 weeks till surgery!! Work is completly crazy until then..which is probably a good thing because it keeps my mind from running elsewhere...but when im at home im constantly trying to prepare for everything.
Im nervous about the liquid diet, i know i can do it..im just overthinking it. A girl at my work suggested that i buy 14 little things and at the end of each day open a little present to myself! (i love presents) haha Im very thankful for this website and its so nice to talk and read what people are going through! i really wish i could have made it to the meet and greet, but with work being so hectic and having to work saturdays it didnt work out..
mainly i just want to thank you all, youre all very inspiring to me.

Cinnabon
on 6/5/12 7:18 pm - Canada

Topic: RE: Phone or mail?

Hi Tiff
Are you having your surgery in Wpg or elsewhere?

tiffany07
on 6/5/12 7:14 pm - Canada

Topic: RE: Phone or mail?

Hey cinnabon,
i got a letter saying i have been accepted into the program and am now on the waiting list. I had one appointment with Dr.Andrews and he is a very nice, understanding man. I felt completly comfortable around him once i was in the appointment...of course before the appointment i was super nervous..but my nerves also get the best of me at times. Good luck and i hope you receive a letter soon!!

Tiff