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[mollymarisa]

Hello, I am currently in the beginning process to have the RNY surgery. I have had one visit with the dietician and have my psychological visit this Thursday. My insurance requires at least dietician visits prior to insurance final approval. I am a little nervous and scared, so any support or encouragement would help.

 

[Pat99]

Mollymarisa-Welcome to the forum. It's perfectly natural to feel nervous and scared. Afterall, it's a big step you're preparing to take towards a healthier you!!! There will be a few more tests you will need to have including an EKG and bloodwork. You may need a sleep study and pulmonary clearance. Some surgeon's require an Esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) which is a test to examine the lining of the esophagus. It goes pretty quick and a lot of people coordinate things so that everything gets done in just a couple of visits.

We are all here to walk with you through everything before and after surgery so don't be bashful about asking questions. Make sure you come back to the forum to let us know how you are doing.

 

[NanaG67]

Hi MollyMarisa, Welcome to the forum. It's a great place to start. I am in the process too, I have one more nutrition visit left and as long as the rest of the paperwork is finally in, then they will process for final approval, then 2nd consult with the dr and schedule a date. I was told probably early May. I'm nervous and excited too, but everyone has been really supportive here because they all have gone through it or are going through it now. I've had my sleep study and EGD already along with the recent stress test and psychological evaluation. Everything looks good, I do have to see the sleep study doctor on Friday, but that is just for results and he may give me something to help me sleep better, even though I don't have sleep apnea, I do snore quite a bit. So, if you have questions feel free to pm me or just ask on the threads and we will help you as we can. Good luck and keep us informed please!

 

[mollymarisa]

Hi MollyMarisa, Welcome to the forum. It's a great place to start. I am in the process too, I have one more nutrition visit left and as long as the rest of the paperwork is finally in, then they will process for final approval, then 2nd consult with the dr and schedule a date. I was told probably early May. I'm nervous and excited too, but everyone has been really supportive here because they all have gone through it or are going through it now. I've had my sleep study and EGD already along with the recent stress test and psychological evaluation. Everything looks good, I do have to see the sleep study doctor on Friday, but that is just for results and he may give me something to help me sleep better, even though I don't have sleep apnea, I do snore quite a bit. So, if you have questions feel free to pm me or just ask on the threads and we will help you as we can. Good luck and keep us informed please!

Thank you for your post. I may have many questions.

 

[TwoMas]

Hi MollyMarisa Welcome. You will do fine I had the RnY 2 years ago and I feal like I did when I was in my twnties, it litterally added years back on to my life, I have entered The Pearblossom 10 mi Run on Apr 14th just to do it, I couldn't have done it two years ago, I am not trying to win but it have fun.

Hang in there the test are just part of the journey, ditto what Pat said we are all here to help you out with any qustions or concernes, make sure to let us know how you are doing. Tom

 

HI WELCOME molly marisa

you've found a great place to meet new people whom are going through the same things as yourself. everyone has been so kind and willing to answer questions for me. I hope you find this room to be as delightful as I have, they sure make it easier to deal with the anxiety and all the questions we have. welcome and keep everybody posted as to how you are doing.
Donna]