Gastric bypass - experiences?

[Germgirl]

I'm going to see a consultant & dietician at my local hospital to talk about being considered for a gastric bypass. I need to lose at least 10 stone & despite years of trying I've finally admitted that I can't do it alone. Has anyone had / about to have a bypass, what are the main things I need to know?

Germgirl. Don't forget to let us know how it went.

I saw the dietician yesterday. Lot and lots of questions about why I eat too much, what I eat, portion sizes etc. she doesn't get involved in the decision making regarding the op but she said she can't see why I wouldn't be considered for it.
She said to keep on with the low carb thing we've started & to try to cut down on portion sizes.
She says that if I'm accepted for surgery I will have to lose 15kg in 6 months before the operation.
I'm seeing the surgeon and the psychologist on 10 March so I'll know more then.
Thanks for your replies everyone.

I know it is years later, but any update on how this went?

@Germgirl

Tagging to see if you're still around and see my question. I'm considering this OP so wondering how it went

I’d be interested to know too as considering the bypass