Signed off my paper work for surgery...he had decided to do an RNY and not the VSG.

Signed off all my paper work today. Met with Monique and Dr. B and all went well...even had a surprise of losing 9 lb.'s from my last visit. So now waiting for the surgery date! Has anyone here had an RNY? How different is the recovery, I know I am in the hospital a day longer after surgery.

Why RNY? Read as much as you can about malabsorption and dumping.  Do you have a choice? 

No I have no choice.  It is because of a significant reflux issue and some damage because of it.  I had originally decided on the rny...it was prior to my scope , biopsies and tests that Dr. B said a VSG.  I don't have a choice now.  He is fixing the reflux and a large hernia at the same time.  He assured me this is a better choice for me. I am ok with it and know the long term reprocussions.  I also have a good friend that is a few years out with the same procedure that said they would help me.  Basically the recovery is the same as the VSG with a few more possible issues, an extra day in the hospital and longer surgery. But I am ok with it.

That is great that you have a friend who has had the RNY. I know there are benefits and challenges for every surgery. You seem to be on top of it and fully committed so I have no worries that you will do great and rock your RNY

Thank you!  You look like your doing very well yourself...wow.  I will definately take some pointers!  Keep up the great work .