Trying to build up courage and desire to have revision surgery. My weight loss surgeron suggested the sleeve, and I'm thinking that attending a seminar would be beneficial for me. Looking for anyone who would like to attend and meet up?? Would be nice to have or start a support group if possible. Here is the link, whi*****ludes times, locations and dates of seminars as well as attending surgeons (I think the next one is this Monday, Oct. 20, in La Jolla: http://www.scripps.org/services/bariatric-surgery/events

I'm in Temecula  

I'm 7yrs post-op and haven't been to a support group in the 5yrs that I've lived in CA. I miss it and think that having a support group would help get me back on track. Is anyone around the San Diego area?

Hi Casey! Welcome to OH. I was you several months ago and I've done ALOT of researching and reading on WLS. I really thought the RNY would be for me but the more I researched and after talking to my surgeon I was approved for the SLEEVE. I'm not familiar with Medi-Cal, I have Blue Cross. Their criteria was having a BMI of 36 or over, between the age of 20-65+ years, no substance abuse, psychoses, or uncontrolled depression, and motivation to change life permanently. We all feel the same as you, wanting to live a healthier life. Don't give up on this journey, it will happen for you too.

Thanks for your response! Are you in a lot of pain? How long was your stay in the hospital? Well I'm so glad everything was great for you, I will let you know how mine goes! Please add me as a friend I need all the support and info I can get! Thanks so much!