I really hate waiting

Mar 22, 2012

I had no idea when I started this process in February (not very long ago in reality), that this would be such a long process. Impatience has always been a downfall of mine, always. This time has made me slow down, like it or not. I thought when I called for a consult that I would be given an appointment and scheduled for surgery. What a fool, right? Maybe not a fool but definitely uneducated on what wls would entail. The seminar was a wonderful opportunity to hear overall about the three surgeries that my surgeon offers and especially to hear what the actual percentages for complications are. Very nice to know that the horror stories that are the most public are microscopically low as compared to the actual safety and success!! My consult appointment was great as far as meeting the staff at the weight loss center. When meeting with Dr. Alley, was one of the only doctor appointments I have ever had where the physician actually has time for you, didn't feel rushed at all. I was surprised at how very much it is my decision as to which procedure to have, he will not push me in any direction. I had to be the one to say, "this is what I want" and here is why. He was kind enough to say he felt I chose well for me, I want to have the sleeve. I did my bloodwork right away, found out yes, some abnormalities but not as unhealthy as the images in my head. I have had episodes of GERD for several years but since omeprazole worked well with flareups, I neved was scoped. Since it is a requirement here, I finally did it. No damage thank goodness so sleeve will still be a go!!! I did one sleep study which was an utter waste of time so I repeat it next week, not looking forward to the actual procedure but ready to keep moving forward. I met with the dieticien and fitness girls, both wonderful. They made real plans that anyone can do which was a welcome relief as I had pictured two little Barbies that no one could relate to!! I was cleared by the pyschologist to move forward and I don't have to meet with him again unless I feel the need to.  Now, just waiting, waiting to finish two last steps before the surgeons office make the big submission to my insurance company. Sleep study repeat next week and then second appointments with dieticien and fitness April 9th. Getting closer yet sooooo far! Right now, that anxiety of not being able to think about anything else but this process has subsided. I am sure it will flareup up with a vengeance when the insurance submission goes in. Trying to give it over to God, as it is ultimately His blessing or not:-)

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