Weight loss classes

Hello all, I'm another newbie to this process. I have a consultation booked with Dr. Ferris in Red Deer in april of 2008. I'm wondering if anyone knows if the weight loss manangement classes at the Colonel Belcher hospital are a pre-requisite to the consultation?

Hello Amy, I am post op by Dr Farries since May 31 2007. Dr. Farries is a fantastic surgeon, you are lucky to be booked with him, to answer your question, Dr. Farries has HIS OWN set of rules that he REQUIRES each patient to fulfill. His only prerequisites are that you be under 50 years old, a NON SMOKER, and I believe be over 100lbs over weight. He made me keep a food diary, cut out certain foods, and lose 25lbs on my own before surgery. I know he will explain more when you have your appointment. Good luck to you in your endeavour. Tamara