Bariatric - 3

 FINALLY I was able to have my consultation with UNMC on 11/4/22. It seems like it took forever to even get this far. 

I met with the PA and had a really great conversation about what the surgery will entail and all of the things that I need to do to get prepared for the surgery. I was disappointed when she said to not expect surgery for 9 months. Through processing my feelings about it, I was able to remember that this is a life-time journey and not a race to the finish line. I would rather take my time getting to the surgery date if that means that I have a better chance of being successful. Additionally, I have been contemplating this surgery for at least 3 years. Another 9 months is nothing, right? 

She was able to describe both the bypass and the sleeve surgeries and the risks involved with both. It is possible that I won't qualify for the sleeve depending on the outcome of upper GI test because of the acid reflux that I have. IF that becomes an issue, we'd have to look more closely at the bypass. We'll cross that bridge if we have to. I'm not 100% against the bypass but I am more interested in the sleeve. Maybe I need to do a blog post about the difference? 

Anyway...the list of things I must accomplish prior to surgery...1) upper GI, possible endoscope 2) cardiac clearance due to heart disease in the family 3) 3 dietician appointments 4) psychology appt(s) 5) quit smoking 6) give up soda and carbonated beverages 6) letter of support from my psychiatrist 7) bone density scan (I have osteopenia). 

I'm sure that there will be another million things along the way but it's all for good. At least I have a list now to begin on.