Questions questions...

Quiet O.
on 11/14/04 6:49 am - Aurora, CO

I've spent the past few years thinking about getting the Gastric Bypass procedure done, however, I've always been worried I wouldn't qualify. I have no real medical problems other than joint pain but I have been excessively overweight my whole life. I'm in my early 20s and have a BMI of around 42. I was wondering if any of you have any "words of wisdom" about whether or not I may be able to get approved or if it's even worth trying. Thank you!

laurmom
on 11/14/04 9:54 am - CASTLE Rock, CO

DS on 07/03/02

TRY!!! You'll never know unless you do. Until you try you have nothing to even consider. Just go to your PCP and ask about it, or if you don't need a referal, find a WL surgeon near you and go for it!!!

Rusty2
on 11/20/04 1:45 am - Golden, CO

RNY on 02/12/04

A BMI of 42 should qualify you. See your doc about it. If you need any suggestions re: WLS surgeons, etc. write and we'll try to help you out. Good luck, Rusty