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My sleeve is scheduled for Sept 25. The surgeons requires a modified liquid diet four weeks pre operatives, which is 3-4 protein shakes plus a 4 oz lean protein and 1-2 cups of veggies. I started a week ago. On the day of my consultation with the baria

Just wanted to keep you posted. I met with my surgeon today, after having been approved by the insurance for RNY, and we discussed whether a VSG would be a good option for me, since I prefer the latter as it is less invasive and doesn't have malabsorpt

Just wanted to keep you posted. I met with my surgeon today, after having been approved by the insurance for RNY, and we discussed whether a VSG would be a good option for me, since I prefer the latter as it is less invasive and doesn't have malabsorpt

I was wondering which surgery do most lightweights opt for. My BMI is 33 and I am approved for RNY but I would prefer a VSG due to the lower complications and the ability to take NSAIDs (I have had four failed back surgeries in the past), and also the

hello,

This is my first post in the RNY forum but have posted a few in the VSG forum. I had consulted with a baritric doctor some 4 months ago and he suggested RNY (BMI then was wliggtly above 35 with a number of co-morbidities). Following the

It seems I was just approved by my insurance (yay!). However, during my initial consultation with the surgeon he suggested the RNY procedure, but after doing my own research I preferred the VSG. I thought that an insurance approval wouldn't have to be

I was wondering when can one travel after the sleeve surgery. Assuming I get approved by the insurance company (hopefully soon), the scheduling will depend, among many other factors, on when I can travel afterwards. My work requires me to travel (very)

I noticed that most of VSGers eat nothing but protein. I am curious whether any of you good folks eat veggies (or fruits). Did your respective surgeons suggest you follow a high protein, low carb diet after the surgery for good?

I am following

I am wondering how common are leaks with VSG? I was talking to an emergency room doctor friend yesterday about my intention to have the surgery and he told me some horror stories about leaks. I searched OH and found some scary stories on leaks. Many of

Hello friends,

I am a long time lurker but this is my first post. I am a 52 year old male with four (failed) back surgeries. My BMI is just above 35, but I am planning to do the VSG with the hope that aggressive weight loss may help me avoid a