Bev D.

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Had first barbeque of the season last night - - what a nice evening for sitting on the deck.  Am getting very excited and nervous about the upcoming meeting with surgeon and hopefully getting surgery date.  I want to be sure to do everything right - and make the most of this 'last chance' to get on track for a healthier me.

Less than a week until my meeting with Dr. Svendsen.  Looks like those who have had recent meetings with him are having surgeries scheduled about a month out - so hoping it will be similar timeline for me.
Trying to make changes to get ready. Eliminating sugared pop, drinking more water, started walking (yeah!) and following some of the nutritionists advise (need to get better here though)

Got results of my heart stress tests and all was normal... and had gall bladder ultrasound today.  I think I'm just about done being a guinea pig for a while now!!  I have to say, Park Nicollet does a fantastic job of scheduling and keeping the process moving along.

Here I am - the beginning steps of this journey.  A bit like being a child again - a lot to learn, challenges, successes and growth.  Hopefully finding guidance along the way.

Yesterday I heard that my insurance carrier has approved the surgery.  I'll be meeting with the surgeon, Dr. Charles Svendsen on March 28th.  And yes, I do wish it were to be sooner.

My insurance was approved in jsut a couple of days from it being filed.  It either means my insurance carrier is fantastic (Medica) - - or perhaps they feel there's no time to lose in getting me help!