I'm nervous but excited about my upcoming surgery. No date as of yet, but I've finished all the tests and evaluations, including 6 months of physician directed weight management. Sadly I yo-yo-ed my way through that. I've given up soda, sweets, and trying to stop caffeine . I can't bring myself to tell my extended family yet. Updated on 31 Oct 2015: I talked to the staff at the Bariatric Center this week and they say it could take 2 to 4 weeks for final insurance authorization.