Few more questions

I had a long talk with my husband last night about doing this. Of course the money is a huge concern as it would add to our debt. But He also knows how so very unhappy I am with my body and how many times I have done programs successfully only to gain it back. He was not opposed, but is concerned it will just be another failed program. I need to get him more information. But overall he was open to it.

I am going to try and see my family doctor this week, and see what he has to say? I am wondering if he is not familar with the sleeve or after care, anyone in the edmonton area have a doctor who they went to post surgery???

Are you looking to have it done out of Country?

If not, the weight wise program handles all the aftercare.  When I go see my doctor now we go over things but as far as the care of my sleeve it is up to the clinic and it works well that way.

If you are going out of country, can I ask why? Have you tried to access the programs here?

 

Yes I will be going out of country, I am not "big" enough for the programs here.I saw my doctor yesterday and got his support and he agrees this is a logical next step for me.  Huge relief and went a long way with the Hubby

If you have a BMI of over 35 and a co-morb (Sleep Apnea, High Blood Pressure, ect) you would qualify.

My BMI was not much higher than yours and I went through the program and got surgery, Please feel free to send me a msg if you want more information.  I would not count out the program here yet, I think if cost is a concern, you could try before you pay out of pocket.

I was told I do not have enough health issues yet, I am borderline everything, so I do not qualify.. I do not want to get sick when I have the opportunity to take steps now. I have booked my surgery!! Excited !! Scared all at the same time.

was reading your  words  honestly   a bmi of 36 should  be able to get you surgery  ,  the wait time is not as bad as you think   i know going out of country  maybe a choice for you but  you really should try there modules here   if you go thru  weight wise  you may find the time run very fast with  awesome support they give you either way you  choose  i do wish you all the best dont get  discourage  because theres always  choices  and im sure your gonna do great

Please be sure to have an informed family doctor that has knowledge of the sleeve procedure or at least a doctor that is willing to research the procedure.

I seen speedtraps comment that the clinic deal with his sleeve and so he is right but the clinic isn't always there for you, at 18 months out because I surpassed all goals they set for me I was discharged and left to fend on my own, I hear now a days they are pushing people out even faster.

For me I was very lucky to have a doctor that was rally up to date as 2 of her own family members abroad had the rny and ds done.

Good Luck and I hope it all works out for you.

Kee.