Guest guest Posted April 10, 2001 Report Share Posted April 10, 2001 Hi Terry: I will be having my DS revision on June 25 with Dr. Gagner,(unless I can get a earlier cancellation) so we will have to meet in the halls. I had my original DS on 12-3-99 with Dr Gagner. Patti from WI surgery date > Dear Marcia, > I, too am being switched on June 26. I guess that makes us switch > sisters. (I always wanted a sister and now I have one..hehe) I will miss the > last two days of school but that is alright with me. Where are you having > your surgery done? Mine will be at Mt. Sinai Hospital with Dr. Gagner. Please > keep in touch. > > Terry > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 10, 2001 Report Share Posted April 10, 2001 Hi Terry: I will be having my DS revision on June 25 with Dr. Gagner,(unless I can get a earlier cancellation) so we will have to meet in the halls. I had my original DS on 12-3-99 with Dr Gagner. Patti from WI surgery date > Dear Marcia, > I, too am being switched on June 26. I guess that makes us switch > sisters. (I always wanted a sister and now I have one..hehe) I will miss the > last two days of school but that is alright with me. Where are you having > your surgery done? Mine will be at Mt. Sinai Hospital with Dr. Gagner. Please > keep in touch. > > Terry > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 11, 2001 Report Share Posted April 11, 2001 Why are you having a revision of a previous DS? Dana-Joy Dr. Gagner Pre-OP- BMI 52 Weight 305 13 Week - BMI 39 Weight 227 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 11, 2001 Report Share Posted April 11, 2001 Why are you having a revision of a previous DS? Dana-Joy Dr. Gagner Pre-OP- BMI 52 Weight 305 13 Week - BMI 39 Weight 227 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 11, 2001 Report Share Posted April 11, 2001 Why are you having a revision of a previous DS? Dana-Joy Dr. Gagner Pre-OP- BMI 52 Weight 305 13 Week - BMI 39 Weight 227 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 17, 2001 Report Share Posted May 17, 2001 Congrats on your date Jenn! Angel --- Factora jennfactora@...> wrote: > As I was walking into the support group meeting on > Tuesday night, was > walking in next to me and asked me my name. She said > that they had a surgery > date for me - JUNE 22. Eeek! Of course, it's " not > written in stone " as she > said but I'm on the schedule. That's good to know. I > have my psych eval > tomorrow (Friday), let's hope they don't find me to > be too nutso. > > Jenn > _________________________________________________________________ > Get your FREE download of MSN Explorer at > http://explorer.msn.com > > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 17, 2001 Report Share Posted May 17, 2001 YAYYYY, Jen!! Hugs, Liane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 17, 2001 Report Share Posted May 17, 2001 YAYYYY, Jen!! Hugs, Liane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 17, 2001 Report Share Posted May 17, 2001 YAYYYY, Jen!! Hugs, Liane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 2, 2003 Report Share Posted September 2, 2003 Way to go .It's great to hear your appoved for the surgery Congraduation too.Just relax and get ready for such a wonderful life a head.The time will go so fast you be joining the loseing side.I'm only 14 days out and I'm doing so great.I'm sure you'll make a fast recoverly.Just remember to walk and get the water down and watch the fat disappear before your eyes.Are you having Open or Lap? I had open and was in less then 24 hours I was HOME and Thursday stapels out.I have more and more wonderful and great day as time goes.God Bless and just relax as much as you can and remember Walk and water.I was down 18 lbs in 6 days after will know more Thursday.Have and great 4 weeks and see ya on the other side.CONGRADUATION TOO YOU> a freind debkroll of Iowa.Surgery date Aug.18,2003,Wt#357.5/339.5/180 or better would be Great?. > Hi all! I had joined this group a while back, but left when I got > frustrated with my insurance process. > > I got a call from my surgeon's office today that I was approved and > they could do the surgery on October 7th! Five weeks from today! > I'm now running through a range of emotions from fear to excitement. > > I would appreciate any tips anyone could give me to prepare (mentally > and physically). > > Thanks! > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 2, 2003 Report Share Posted September 2, 2003 Way to go .It's great to hear your appoved for the surgery Congraduation too.Just relax and get ready for such a wonderful life a head.The time will go so fast you be joining the loseing side.I'm only 14 days out and I'm doing so great.I'm sure you'll make a fast recoverly.Just remember to walk and get the water down and watch the fat disappear before your eyes.Are you having Open or Lap? I had open and was in less then 24 hours I was HOME and Thursday stapels out.I have more and more wonderful and great day as time goes.God Bless and just relax as much as you can and remember Walk and water.I was down 18 lbs in 6 days after will know more Thursday.Have and great 4 weeks and see ya on the other side.CONGRADUATION TOO YOU> a freind debkroll of Iowa.Surgery date Aug.18,2003,Wt#357.5/339.5/180 or better would be Great?. > Hi all! I had joined this group a while back, but left when I got > frustrated with my insurance process. > > I got a call from my surgeon's office today that I was approved and > they could do the surgery on October 7th! Five weeks from today! > I'm now running through a range of emotions from fear to excitement. > > I would appreciate any tips anyone could give me to prepare (mentally > and physically). > > Thanks! > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 3, 2003 Report Share Posted September 3, 2003 In a message dated 9/3/2003 12:08:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time, chandy@... writes: Has anyone been told they need to lose weight prior to surgery? I have been told to lose 40 pounds without any medical help other the doctor's advice to go on a liquod diet 2 weeks before....hello......if it were that easy would I be coming to him for surgery....HELP! Any suggestions? Carol Matar -------------------------- Hi Carol I was informed by my surgeon that I would have to lose 10 pounds by my surgery date or he would reschedule the operation. He told me that 04/30/03 and my surgery date ended up being 8/25/03 and I lost a total of 19 pounds by surgery date. I went on a no fat, high protein eating plan. I drank plenty of water and I also incorporated the slim fast french vanilla shakes into my program. I kept the carbs to a bare minimum and I eliminated all pasta, rice's and only mashed potatoes were kept. I tried to mimic as close as possible my lifestyle eating habits for after surgery. I used smaller portion sizes and really took my time to eat. It worked that 19 pounds before surgery really made me feel great just knowing I could do it on my own well at least getting it off that is. My friends and family would tell me you are doing great you don't need the surgery and I told them make no mistake about it I am having the surgery because losing was never my problem it is KEEPING IT OFF that is my downfall. I knew that without the surgery I would eventually regain the 19 lbs and probably then some and that would put a serious strain on my body. You can do it try to follow the program of high protein, low to no fat and low to no carbohydrates like starches. You can have all the good carbohydrates you want fresh vegetables, salad greens hey the only thing I would not compromise on was my salad dressing I love Wishbone French it is the best and that is what I used. I also ate a cup of yogurt for breakfast everyday and a cup for my late afternoon snack. For Lunch I had tomato soup and any of the 's soup at hands and I also had chicken nuggets from 's on occasion but no fries. You can also try the lean cuisine's. For something to snack on I bought those Quaker Chewies they are granola bars that taste great I personally preferred the oatmeal raisin granola bars but the chocolate chip ones taste great too. I also ate sport cookies from wlssuccess.com the chocolate chip ones no sugar. I also eliminated all sugar and only used splenda to sweeten my coffee or tea. It was hard but just knowing that I was preparing my body and mind for my after surgery lifestyle made it much more bearable and believe me it was a breeze to switch to the post op diet from having done my own version for weeks in advance. Oh and another thing I stopped drinking with my meals, I thought this would be so hard to do and sometimes I would slip but I learned to prepare my food and take it to the table and don't even put a cup or glass at the table and just eat my meal. If I put a glass of water or juice at the table with the intention of drinking it later it would just make it easier to slip up so I learned no cups at the table while eating. Good Luck to you I am sure your doctor like mine did not set this pre-surgery weight loss rule to be cruel. Your doctor is telling you to lose 40 pounds to ensure the safety to your life and that should be of the utmost importance to YOU!! Plus the happiness you will feel knowing that you did it will be the perfect jump-start to your new life. Girl I am telling you I had a defiant little grin on my face when my doctor saw my full weight loss his 10 lbs plus 9 lbs for myself he gave me a big thumbs up:) Good Luck we are all on your side and you can do it for yourself:) Lori Anne post op Lap RNY 8/25/03 293 highest weight 274 weight on day of surgery 261 current weight 135 goal weight Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 3, 2003 Report Share Posted September 3, 2003 Thanks so much for the encouraging words! I'm having open. It's very encouraging to hear how quickly you were home! > Way to go .It's great to hear your appoved for the surgery > Congraduation too.Just relax and get ready for such a wonderful life > a head.The time will go so fast you be joining the loseing side.I'm > only 14 days out and I'm doing so great.I'm sure you'll make a fast > recoverly.Just remember to walk and get the water down and watch the > fat disappear before your eyes.Are you having Open or Lap? I had > open and was in less then 24 hours I was HOME and Thursday stapels > out.I have more and more wonderful and great day as time goes.God > Bless and just relax as much as you can and remember Walk and > water.I was down 18 lbs in 6 days after will know more Thursday.Have > and great 4 weeks and see ya on the other side.CONGRADUATION TOO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 3, 2003 Report Share Posted September 3, 2003 Has anyone been told they need to lose weight prior to surgery? I have been told to lose 40 pounds without any medical help other the doctor's advice to go on a liquod diet 2 weeks before....hello......if it were that easy would I be coming to him for surgery....HELP! Any suggestions? Carol Matar -------------------------- Sent from my wireless handheld Re: Surgery Date Thanks so much for the encouraging words! I'm having open. It's very encouraging to hear how quickly you were home! > Way to go .It's great to hear your appoved for the surgery > Congraduation too.Just relax and get ready for such a wonderful life > a head.The time will go so fast you be joining the loseing side.I'm > only 14 days out and I'm doing so great.I'm sure you'll make a fast > recoverly.Just remember to walk and get the water down and watch the > fat disappear before your eyes.Are you having Open or Lap? I had > open and was in less then 24 hours I was HOME and Thursday stapels > out.I have more and more wonderful and great day as time goes.God > Bless and just relax as much as you can and remember Walk and > water.I was down 18 lbs in 6 days after will know more Thursday.Have > and great 4 weeks and see ya on the other side.CONGRADUATION TOO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 3, 2003 Report Share Posted September 3, 2003 In a message dated 9/3/2003 11:41:34 AM Central Standard Time, Grimmlah1@... writes: In a message dated 9/3/2003 12:08:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time, chandy@... writes: Has anyone been told they need to lose weight prior to surgery? I have been told to lose 40 pounds without any medical help other the doctor's advice to go on a liquod diet 2 weeks before....hello......if it were that easy would I be coming to him for surgery....HELP! Any suggestions? Carol Matar I think it just depends on the doctor. Mine did not require it but he did want me on a liquid diet 24 hours prior to surgery. I went ahead and did it 48 hours prior. They want the liver to shrink so there is no danger of nicking it and all. But I am like you..if you could lose weight like they want you to then heck we would have already done just that. Wolfie Post-op Surgery-August 27,2003 Dr. Lee A. Schmitt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 3, 2003 Report Share Posted September 3, 2003 I’ve heard that some people have to lose 10-20 pounds before surgery. I was very fortunate. My doctor asked that I only lose 5 pounds, which I have already done. It has something to do with shrinking the liver and stomach a little so it will be a little easier for them to maneuver around in there. But 40 pounds sounds a bit much. That sounds down-right hard! Charlotte Pre-op (tomistic) Re: Surgery Date Thanks so much for the encouraging words! I'm having open. It's very encouraging to hear how quickly you were home! > Way to go .It's great to hear your appoved for the surgery > Congraduation too.Just relax and get ready for such a wonderful life > a head.The time will go so fast you be joining the loseing side.I'm > only 14 days out and I'm doing so great.I'm sure you'll make a fast > recoverly.Just remember to walk and get the water down and watch the > fat disappear before your eyes.Are you having Open or Lap? I had > open and was in less then 24 hours I was HOME and Thursday stapels > out.I have more and more wonderful and great day as time goes.God > Bless and just relax as much as you can and remember Walk and > water.I was down 18 lbs in 6 days after will know more Thursday.Have > and great 4 weeks and see ya on the other side.CONGRADUATION TOO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 3, 2003 Report Share Posted September 3, 2003 I’ve heard that some people have to lose 10-20 pounds before surgery. I was very fortunate. My doctor asked that I only lose 5 pounds, which I have already done. It has something to do with shrinking the liver and stomach a little so it will be a little easier for them to maneuver around in there. But 40 pounds sounds a bit much. That sounds down-right hard! Charlotte Pre-op (tomistic) Re: Surgery Date Thanks so much for the encouraging words! I'm having open. It's very encouraging to hear how quickly you were home! > Way to go .It's great to hear your appoved for the surgery > Congraduation too.Just relax and get ready for such a wonderful life > a head.The time will go so fast you be joining the loseing side.I'm > only 14 days out and I'm doing so great.I'm sure you'll make a fast > recoverly.Just remember to walk and get the water down and watch the > fat disappear before your eyes.Are you having Open or Lap? I had > open and was in less then 24 hours I was HOME and Thursday stapels > out.I have more and more wonderful and great day as time goes.God > Bless and just relax as much as you can and remember Walk and > water.I was down 18 lbs in 6 days after will know more Thursday.Have > and great 4 weeks and see ya on the other side.CONGRADUATION TOO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 3, 2003 Report Share Posted September 3, 2003 I’ve heard that some people have to lose 10-20 pounds before surgery. I was very fortunate. My doctor asked that I only lose 5 pounds, which I have already done. It has something to do with shrinking the liver and stomach a little so it will be a little easier for them to maneuver around in there. But 40 pounds sounds a bit much. That sounds down-right hard! Charlotte Pre-op (tomistic) Re: Surgery Date Thanks so much for the encouraging words! I'm having open. It's very encouraging to hear how quickly you were home! > Way to go .It's great to hear your appoved for the surgery > Congraduation too.Just relax and get ready for such a wonderful life > a head.The time will go so fast you be joining the loseing side.I'm > only 14 days out and I'm doing so great.I'm sure you'll make a fast > recoverly.Just remember to walk and get the water down and watch the > fat disappear before your eyes.Are you having Open or Lap? I had > open and was in less then 24 hours I was HOME and Thursday stapels > out.I have more and more wonderful and great day as time goes.God > Bless and just relax as much as you can and remember Walk and > water.I was down 18 lbs in 6 days after will know more Thursday.Have > and great 4 weeks and see ya on the other side.CONGRADUATION TOO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 6, 2004 Report Share Posted February 6, 2004 > It looks as though I'm going in March 25th. I was hoping for > sooner, but ... oh well. Any surgery buddies? > > Kris Hi Kris, Pick me, pick me!!! I'll be your surgery buddy. I am having upper/lower/genio done on March 25th. I'm not sure if anyone would remember me because I have only posted once before but I'm having this surgery as a result of a car accident that happened 3 years ago. I would love to keep in touch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 6, 2004 Report Share Posted February 6, 2004 I finally got approved for surgery last Friday and am going in on Wednesday to find out MY surgery date. Will keep you guys posted. Also doing upper/lower/genio. > > It looks as though I'm going in March 25th. I was hoping for > > sooner, but ... oh well. Any surgery buddies? > > > > Kris > > > Hi Kris, > > Pick me, pick me!!! I'll be your surgery buddy. I am having > upper/lower/genio done on March 25th. I'm not sure if anyone would > remember me because I have only posted once before but I'm having > this surgery as a result of a car accident that happened 3 years > ago. I would love to keep in touch. > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 6, 2004 Report Share Posted February 6, 2004 Yes, March 18th! > It looks as though I'm going in March 25th. I was hoping for > sooner, but ... oh well. Any surgery buddies? > > Kris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 6, 2004 Report Share Posted February 6, 2004 - I tried to send you an e, but it came back to me because it says you're not in Yahoo. Write me so I know your address. Kris Lexicology2000@... > > It looks as though I'm going in March 25th. I was hoping for > > sooner, but ... oh well. Any surgery buddies? > > > > Kris > > > Hi Kris, > > Pick me, pick me!!! I'll be your surgery buddy. I am having > upper/lower/genio done on March 25th. I'm not sure if anyone would > remember me because I have only posted once before but I'm having > this surgery as a result of a car accident that happened 3 years > ago. I would love to keep in touch. > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 28, 2004 Report Share Posted February 28, 2004 Hi everyone, Although I am not a regular poster on this site i do read it every day. I am awaiting orthognathic surgery and have been given a date for March 10th and am now getting really scared. I keep having really bad dreams about waking up and not being able to speak or feel my face and i guess i am just questioning whether i have made the right decision. I am having both upper and lower moved to correct an under bite. Anyway i hope your all ok and that many of you will respond to the questions i am sure i will be bombardin you all with after the surgery. love stacey staffordshire, uk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 28, 2004 Report Share Posted February 28, 2004 Dear Stacey, I just had my surgery 8 days ago. It was a success . . . a common factor with all surgeries of this type today. I had my lower jaw bone and chin extended to correct a severe overbite. I have also worn brace for three years in preparation for the surgery. If you had asked me the day after surgery, was it worth it . . I would have said no because of the severe swelling . .. a very, very temporary condition. Looking like a blowfish for a few days beats a short chin, deformed face in the future. The surgery is not at all the difficult part. The hearling 5 days later is. Truly, there is not much pain at all, just discomfort. First, try not to dwell on the surgery itself. It is elective and you are going to look great. Next, make sure you have family support to help you with the healing aftewards. As I mentioned, only the first few days are rough. 5 days after surgery, i had a formal job interview. I just covered my face with a really nice scarf and sunglasses. Do not become dependant on the drugs afterwards . . talk to your surgeon about taking something mild to help the pain and welling (Motrin, advil) as opposed to codine. 8 days later and I am still in a splint with my mouth closed but I am wearing makeup, and going out. The swelling is almost gone. Truly, you will be fine. Do IT!! Do not delay and do not put off. Take care, From California > Hi everyone, > Although I am not a regular poster on this site i do > read it every day. I am awaiting orthognathic surgery and have been > given a date for March 10th and am now getting really scared. I keep > having really bad dreams about waking up and not being able to speak > or feel my face and i guess i am just questioning whether i have made > the right decision. I am having both upper and lower moved to correct > an under bite. Anyway i hope your all ok and that many of you will > respond to the questions i am sure i will be bombardin you all with > after the surgery. > > love > > stacey > > staffordshire, uk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 6, 2005 Report Share Posted January 6, 2005 Oh Barbara- Thank you so much for reminding me about your upcoming medical tests and procedures. I will certainly be remembering you in my prayers. I'm looking so forward to Feb! Thinking of you, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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