On my way!

I chose my surgeon (Dr. Paul Cirangle) and set up a meeting with his nutritionist.  Since I consulted with him Oct. 31, she went ahead and gave me some goals for now.  I'm excited to start the process and hope to have the VSG surgery in early 2013!

Hi Sarah,

I met with Dr. Cirangle yesterday and will be meeting with the dietician on Friday.  What kind of goals did you get?  Does your insurance require a pre-op diet first?  Apparently, mine doesn't so I'm hoping to have surgery the week before Christmas.  I just have to get my tests done and psyche and nutrition evaluations in to be sent to insurance.  I'm told it's not a long process.  I can't wait to get the surgery behind me.  Perhaps we can be VSG buddies.

Lynn

I sent you a message!

Congratulations to both of you.  I will love reading about your progress and watching your tickers go all the way to goal in a few months.  Let us (Dr. Cirangle VETS) know if you need anything.  There is a pretty strong support system in place, and it's all here for you. 

On another note, I just spoke with on of Dr. Cirnagle's lightweight patients on Monday.  She is 28 days out of surgery and is 28 pounds down.  Her first goal is about 50 lbs. by 90 days, I think she is going to beat that goal.  :)  So will you.  She follows his program as if it's the bible.  I am sure you can talk with her if you need any reassurance.  She was terrified before the surgery, but agrees with most of us that it was a piece of cake. ( pun intended). :)