Just started Options in Bakersfield

Hi!  I am new to the forum.  I have just started the Options program at Kaiser in Bakersfield, CA.  I will complete the program in 11 weeks!  I am planning on having the the gastric sleeve.  I was wondering if anyone else on here has gone through the same program at Kaiser?

Hi there,
Yes, I did the Kaiser "Options" classes last year. I had 12 sessions & was told I had to lose 10% of my body weight. I lost 19 pounds so I was short by 8 pounds. I was afraid my surgeon wouldn't be happy but he told me I did better than most of his patients who do the 12 week class. Turns out, I heard months after that several people in my class either didn't lose any weight or they gained. I do encourage you to do the best you can because it will only help you in the long run. Best of luck to you!!

Hi, Jenn and thank you.  How long did it take to get your surgery date after you finished Options?  Are you happy with the results and with your choice of the sleeve?

Hi!
I finished options on June 30th. I waited a few weeks before I got the call to meet with a kaiser surgeon. That appt. was a week or 2 later. When I met with the surgeon it was the end of July & he was available as early as a week later but I picked 8/18 since it worked better with my work schedule.
Yes, yes, yes! I am so happy with my sleeve. I lost 19 pounds pre-op & another 90 pounds post-op. The first month is tough, I'm not gonn lie. It's hard to get all your fluids & protein in but if you are consistent with sipping all day long, you should be ok. I would do it all again in a heartbeat!
Let me know if you need anything else!

I started option in December graduated Feb 16 was refered Feb 17 met my surgeon the following week and had my surgery 10 days after that. I too didnt lose the 10% required but was on a 10 liquid diet that was extremely hard. I managed to lose 10 lbs in 10 days my surgeon was happy.

You can PM me if u have further questions.

Hi there! I am currently in the Options program @ Kaiser in Bakersfield also! I am in the friday morning class, which are you in?

Hi! I'm in the Friday class at 12:30. We just started week 4. It's so exciting and a little scary.

oh I am in your class!! haha what a small world :)

That is awesome!!  My name is Tricia.  I usually sit on the left hand side about 4 rows back on the edge.  I'll put a pic up so you can see me.  I was trying to view your avatar so I can see if I recognize you but it's too small.

oh I think I know who you are! I'll try to post a better pic, it was just what I had on hand lol :)