I started my journey in early 2019 ..around April or May ... I had to go to several appointments to educate myself .... Weigh in and try different eating and excersize strategies.. Barbara..Kim Dr D and all the staff at Riverside weight loss has been great .. caring and understanding... It has been a few times I wanted to give up...a few times I was side tracked and frustrated.. however ...it's 26 days before my surgery and I'm scare .. excited..happy ...sad ...I'm just overwhelmed but not in a bad way..I know there will be great success for me ..as my Dr has assured me that this is a great start at taking care of my health and I completely trust in him ... I've done my research on the actual surgery and also my Dr..he has been on time magazine...and a graduate from duke University...I will keep everyone updated when I start my liquid diet and also pre and post op!!! Wish me luck realselfers!!