Tennessee anyone?

[teddtlove]

Mixie how did your surgery go?

[SweetDixxieChic]

Thank you for your kind words! I was surprised when I heard that Dr. Woodman no longer did gastric bypass so I called his office & they confirmed it. I think it's weird too! The failure rate is so high with the lap band that I thought it was out the door. I'm going to one of his seminars next week so hopefully I will learn his take on this then. Are you glad you got the sleeve?

[SweetDixxieChic]

This question is to the Dr. Woodman people.... is there a required weight loss before surgery? I asked at his seminar about a liver shrink diet & he shook his head no. Just curious. Thanks!

[teddtlove]

I am so glad I got the sleeve. The first month to six weeks I was unhappy. But once I go over my complication. I am elated. I can exercise and I like it. Never thought I would say those words. I have so much energy. I sleep less and feel more rested. I am doing amazing. Best decision I have ever in my life made. How are things going for you?

[SweetDixxieChic]

I am doing pretty good. I have been back & fourth about the surgery. Had trouble making a definite decision until this weekend. My husband & I went to lunch with another couple (his friends) & I couldn't fit into the booth. I was so embarrassed! Right then & there I said a few ugly words but I made my decision! All my doctors have been pushing me to have the surgery because of numerous health issues but this was the first time I thought wait....I Can do Something about this... so I am. I went to Walmart today to get started. I bought several different water flavorings and a few protein shakes to try. I also got some davinci syrups from a friend. I had been drinking almost a 2 liter of diet coke a day. I quit that weekend before last. I've done all my clearances. All I have left is the nutrition visit. I see the surgeon next Monday. Hopefully I'll be ready to Schedule the surgery then. These boards are so inspiring & helpful! I don't know if I'd be ready without them.

I am so glad I got the sleeve. The first month to six weeks I was unhappy. But once I go over my complication. I am elated. I can exercise and I like it. Never thought I would say those words. I have so much energy. I sleep less and feel more rested. I am doing amazing. Best decision I have ever in my life made. How are things going for you?

[teddtlove]

That is great Dixie. Did you get your date? I have had some health issue. I hurt my back and it has kept me from exercising. Now I have a severe upper respiratory Infection and am sick.

[SweetDixxieChic]

That is great Dixie. Did you get your date I have had some health issue. I hurt my back and it has kept me from exercising. Now I have a severe upper respiratory Infection and am sick.

I'm sorry you have been so sick. I know that sucks & hopefully you'll feel better soon. My info should be sent for insurance approval this week. As soon as that comes back, I will have an EGD & ultrasound then another visit with the surgeon. Then I should be able to schedule the surgery. I am hoping for late May or early June. It sure is a slow process.

[teddtlove]

That is so exciting. Let me know when you hear back from insurance. Good luck.

[SweetDixxieChic]

Sorry...I'm behind on my updates. I finally had my surgery last Tuesday & am doing fairly well, I think. Still sore. Working on getting my fluids in.

That is so exciting. Let me know when you hear back from insurance. Good luck.

[teddtlove]

That is great. If there is anything I can do to help you message me and I will give you my number.

[cmp]

Hey I live about 1 hour east of Nashville and had my surgery in Mexico.

[teddtlove]

Hi Carol. How are you doing?

[Leigh Ann]

I will have surgery in Nashville on 9/8/14. Starting to get a little anxious.

[rlb865]

I am in Knoxville and I just got my date scheduled today, 12/10/14.

[UKCreativeWriter]

Wow! Congrat's.
Not from Tennessee but have family in Nashville.
Consider Joining Sleeves Over Alabama.

Seems to be the closest to Tennessee.

By the way...

Welcome to Gastric Sleeve!