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I fully sympathize why many keep their decision secretive, I’ve always been very vocal about my choice (before and after). I would recommend telling at least one person at work, just in case something should happen. You wouldn’t want folks to panic even more, thinking this came out of no where. Also many medical folks have either little or no idea about bariatric surgery. If the ambulance folks come, you don’t want to mistreat you and give you medication you may not need because they have no idea what is going on.
Of course everyone heals at different rates. MY experience, I could have gone back to work in 3 days. I took two full weeks, and the third week I went in a few hours at a time until I could do a complete 8 hours (I did 2 hours increments each day).
My Advice, If you can afford it - I suggest that everyone take at least two weeks - and here's why
(1) in case something happens, you will be home and hopefully someone around you will know what to do and/or who to contact. At work, most people are ignorant with any type of surgery aftercare. I’ve know some medical professionals who are ignorant to bariatric procedures and/or aftercare. And some folks want to keep their decision a secret. So if, GOD FORBID, those folks collapse at work – who’s gonna know what’s going on?
(2) It takes that long, sometime longer, for the body to recover and dispel the anesthesia.
(3) MOST IMPORTANTLY: you need to get into a rhythm of what to eat/drink, and when. If you’re like me, you probably never ate breakfast or lunch; drank lots of coffee; had “snack" here or there, came home and ate big, blah-blah-blah. Well, now you will need to get onto a schedule of when to have your breakfast, then protein drink, then lunch, then protein drink, then dinner AND getting your recommended amount of non-carbonated/caffeine free liquids; and not drinking before/during/after meals. It’s a lot to get used to – and try compounding WORK along with it. JEEZE !!
IMHO TAKE TWO WEEKS to get used to all this, then “add" work back into the schedule. The taking in liquids is really important, especially starting off. TO THIS DAY, I set up a recurring OUTLOOK CALENDAR reminder to “drink" – each time that reminder goes off, I “snooze it" for 10 minutes and when it pops up again I know it’s time to sip some non-carbonated/caffeine free liquids. This way it keeps me hydrated during the day, and I know by the end of work I have met, or come very close to meeting, my daily requirement of non-carbonated/caffeine free liquids
So if you have vacation time coming to you, then take it. If you don’t, and want to spread it over a “long weekend" – then do that too. But if you think you’re the type of person who can go back to work after a few days, then choose that.
Only you know you ;D !!
Tom
“Nothing I will ever eat will give me the feeling I get as when I lose weight” The views expressed are based on my own experiences - and should NOT BE FOLLOWED IN LIEU OF DOCTOR’S ADVICE/INSTRUCTIONS. Only your Doctor knows your condition, and make sure you talk to them before making any changes to your diet
I am getting closer to having a surgery date and I was just wonder how does disability work ? Do I have to tell my employer what I am having done ? I might me more nervous having to tell my employer that I am having weight loss surgery that I am about having the surgery lol ?? How was all of your experiences with your employers ??
Thanks
Dear karibesea,
Sorry I just go to see this posting today. Firstly welcome to the Garbage .. err GARDEN State!! Secondly, know we’re always here for you
Here are some links which you may find beneficial
http://www.obesityhelp.com/profiles/bariatric-surgeon/dr-rag ui-sadek/
http://www.obesityhelp.com/profiles/bariatric-surgeon/dr-rag ui-sadek/#profile_reviews
http://www.vitals.com/doctors/Dr_Ragui_Sadek.html
http://bariatricnewjersey.com/2010/02/03/bariatric-surgeon-p rofile-dr-ragui-sadek/
My suggestion (especially on the OH reviews) – try contacting some older patients and see what they have to say. Over course many love their Doctor just after the surgery, but views sometimes change once the “honeymoon is over" (then again, not).
Finally if he doesn't work out, I strongly suggest my Doctor. Not sure where you live, but IMHO the commute is worth it.
Tom
“Nothing I will ever eat will give me the feeling I get as when I lose weight” The views expressed are based on my own experiences - and should NOT BE FOLLOWED IN LIEU OF DOCTOR’S ADVICE/INSTRUCTIONS. Only your Doctor knows your condition, and make sure you talk to them before making any changes to your diet
Come to the Cooking Class given by My Program for Life this coming Wednesday the 9th at 6:30pm... it is going to be a ton of fun.
There are still seats available, I hope to see you all there since I am making the desert.
www.myprogramforlife.com or goto my blog for a link.. www.shrinkingstella.com
Thanks,
Stella
1) You walka pasta da bakery.
2) You walka pasta da candy store.
3) You walka pasta da Ice Cream shop.
4) You walka pasta da table and da fridge.
(((HUGS)))
To visit LIPO (Long Island Post Ops) bariatric support group website click here: www.liponation.org
"WLS is a journey, not a destination (don't get comfortable) ... it's a road that we must travel daily to succeed". Faith Thomas
visit my blog at theessenceofmaryellen.com/
Thinking about trying a yoga class today.
Who's next? Come on, don't be shy.........
To visit LIPO (Long Island Post Ops) bariatric support group website click here: www.liponation.org
"WLS is a journey, not a destination (don't get comfortable) ... it's a road that we must travel daily to succeed". Faith Thomas
visit my blog at theessenceofmaryellen.com/
REASON: A few of you have mentioned you’d like to get together for a dinner. We can sit around, meet each other, share our trials and tribulations and maybe a few laughs. While we want to help each other lose, maybe we can also help each other gain … a new friend or two (or 5).
EVERYONE is invited to come. It doesn’t matter which operation you had, or even if you haven’t had a procedure yet, or maybe you’re just “thinking" about it !! COME and have a good time !!
If your apprehensive in attending, let me assure you – you will have a good time. There is No judging !! We are tolerant of each other’s decisions. And if it means anything, the Food Police are banned from our gathering.
Each time we do this, I will try to “move" the location - since no one location will be convenient for everyone.
This time we’re in the “Northern-Central" section of the Garden State !!
Place: The West 22 Diner
Location: Route 22 West, Springfield NJ
Time: 5:30 p.m. it is understandable that not everyone can arrive at this time, so come WHENEVER. We probably won’t order until 6:30 p.m.
Menu / Website: http://www.thewest22diner.com/
In the meantime, for the “meeting newbies" here are some meeting request. I hope I don't offend anyone - it's not meant to be that. Just helpful.
(1) If you want a separate check, please let the server know prior to taking the orders. It’s a hassle to ask the server to do this later on. And some places won’t do this if the crowd is too numerous.
(2) Usually when we do a group meeting, I like to divide check by the total number of folks at the table, instead of trying to figure out who had what. (If someone brings more than one person, they multiple the total owed by the number of people they have). Now I understand if you only order a coffee and someone else has a Filet Mignon with a 5 lbs Lobster – then we can address that more diplomatically.
(3) Please bring CASH (unless you want a separate check). And please make sure you have an assortment of bills. It’s really difficult to make change when everyone brings only 20’s.
(4) Bring a CAMERA!! Even if you are like me and camera shy, you’ll still want to take some photos of the folks who are there. I don’t have one or I would.
(5) Bring “proof" of your former self. Nothing says “how far you have come" like older photos. Even if you lost only 1 pound, bring your “before" pictures (and at the last meeting we all agree we hate that word only. Be proud of any amount of weight you lost).
(6) Please feel free to post and link this on any other forum you peruse (ex. Lapband, Rant and Rave, Realize band, RNY, VBG, VSB, etc). The more the merrier !!
Remember this is a GROUP effort. Please feel free to add your suggestion and/or voice your opinion on any suggestion. AND NO HARD FEELING – this is meant to be a pleasant experience.
(7) Print your Obesity Help “Membership" card so we hand them out. If you don’t know how to do this, send me an personal message, and I will send you the instructions.
And for those who haven’t had the operation yet – you too are more the welcome to come. In fact, you are encouraged to come!! This would be a ‘true-life’ learning experience to see “life after the operation". You will be able to hear what our ups-and-downs are, and you are encouraged to ask as many questions as you want. Other “up-comers" have come, and found it interesting and educational.
Significant others and/or kids are also welcomed (however you may want to leave them behind so you can really enjoy yourself – it’s up to you)
Finally, since I cannot post on every board – please feel free to tell folks and/or copy and paste this on the boards you frequent.
Tom
“Nothing I will ever eat will give me the feeling I get as when I lose weight” The views expressed are based on my own experiences - and should NOT BE FOLLOWED IN LIEU OF DOCTOR’S ADVICE/INSTRUCTIONS. Only your Doctor knows your condition, and make sure you talk to them before making any changes to your diet
(((HUGS)))
To visit LIPO (Long Island Post Ops) bariatric support group website click here: www.liponation.org
"WLS is a journey, not a destination (don't get comfortable) ... it's a road that we must travel daily to succeed". Faith Thomas
visit my blog at theessenceofmaryellen.com/
Morristown Memorial Hospital (in Morristown)
Gastric Band Surgery Support Group meet the second Tuesday of every month, 6:00 to 7:00pm
Gastric Bypass Surgery Support Group meet the third Tuesday of every month, 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Location: 95 MADISON AVENUE, SUITE 201, MORRISTOWN, NJ 07960 877-664-9682
Support Group Link: (http://ceii.atlantichealth.org/class/results.asp?search_type =class&display_full=1&cn=Band+Weight+Loss+Surgery+Support+Gr oup&ct=0&k= )
Saint Peter University Hospital (in New Brunswick): Holds their meeting the 2nd Thursday of the month. 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. for Band patients; 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. for Bypass patients. Feel free to contact Lisa Lapinski at 732-745-8600 X 8159 it's okay to leave a message
Location: 254 EASTON AVENUE, NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ 08901
Hospital Link: (http://www.saintpetersuh.com/ )
Tom
“Nothing I will ever eat will give me the feeling I get as when I lose weight” The views expressed are based on my own experiences - and should NOT BE FOLLOWED IN LIEU OF DOCTOR’S ADVICE/INSTRUCTIONS. Only your Doctor knows your condition, and make sure you talk to them before making any changes to your diet
