2013 gastric sleevers
Flying after surgery
Hi. I'm having my surgery next Friday. I was wondering if anyone took a plane after surgery and how long they waited. If it wasn't a long wait, how was the flight?
Ottawa - Referral - May 2012. Information meeting - July 20. Nurse practitioner - Jan 9th 2013. Behaviourist and Dietician - Feb 25. Ultrasound - Apr 18. Dietician graduation - May 15th! Scope - Aug 9th. Pre-op clinic Nov 27,Meet Dr. Mamazza Dec 2. Surgery date Mar 7th 2014 with Dr. Mamazza
I had my surgery on Monday and flew on Saturday. The flight was fine. Found low carb protein drink in gift shop. Sipped on plane. Only concern was luggage as I flew alone. Took lightweight carry on, less than 10 lbs and checked larger bag. Met nice couple waiting for delayed plane and politely asked him to remove at baggage claim. Wheeled luggage a must have.
Actually it was 2 flights separated by 2+ hour layover. Remember to walk frequently and do leg exercises on plane.
Good luck.
