Tonight we went for a surgery seminar on the baratric services offered here in St George. Paul went too, I'm glad this is a dual partnership here where we both must understand the risks, the procedures and the life style changes that await.
November 4 - 2014
I got my AARP - United Healthcare (Medicare Supplement) insurance card in today's mail so now mid month I can call and schedule my appointment with the psychologist and nutritionist and then move forward. Next step after that is the Pre-Op Seminar which will explain in more detail the two week liquid diet that starts the process. At that time we'll also be able to schedule the Doctor's appointment and move toward setting up a surgery date.
I thought it was interesting last night that the Surgeon explained why the two week liquid protein diet. Apparently within two weeks your liver can shed all the fat that is being stored there and makes the procedure much easier and with less difficulties.
If all goes according to plan -
- Two hour surgery
- One -Two day hospital stay
- 12 months to loose 70% of excess weight
All of these are generalities of which I hope I fall into.
Am I excited - you bet
Am I scared - you bet
Do I think I can do this - you bet
