A lot has happened  since I've posted here. My NP and dietician consults were July 18th, but because I had to wait a long time for those I went ahead and had my psych consult, CPX, mammogram, echocardiogram, sleep study and got set up for a colonoscopy. By the time I went to my consult at OHSU I could bring most of my test results with me. I think this really expedites the process! My consults with both the NP and dietician went great and I heard from them today that they are submitting to my insurance. I must say I am very excited but worried as well. I can't imagine any other surgery, I just hope all goes well and I have no major complications.

I have gone to 2 different information sessions at this point. I went to the local one, the surgeons perform RNY only. If that were my choice of surgery I would definitely use Dr. Rawlins. He is very professional with lots of experience and great statistics. 

I also went to OHSU in Portland, its about an 8 hour drive from Spokane, but I've decided the DS is for me. It is going to take longer to get through all the hoops as they are a "high volume" facility. Dr. Deveney does the DS and is chief of surgery there as well. Im glad to see he has performed so many of these surgeries.

After submitting the necessary forms and medical records, I am awaiting(very patiently) for OHSU to call and set up my consult with the NP and nutritionist. I have been told it won't be until early May.

I also met with my PCP. I didn't have any idea how she would react. She was fine with it and had me set up full physical. That is not until June 5th and I know I will need more tests scheduled as well so this process is taking longer than I expected.

I now find myself daydreaming about life after weight loss. I especially can't wait to buy "normal" clothes. I work in healthcare and wear scrubs to work. I buy adorable clothes for my kids but avoid shopping for myself. I HATE IT. 

I also look forward to enjoying soo many activities I've stopped doing because of my weight. I listed them in my goals. Of course, I'd like to be a "hottie" and have PS and be at normal weight, but if I get close and can't afford the PS, I will be soo happy to have an active life with my children and husband and really LIVE again.