Help! Over The Hill?

I am 65 and on Medicare, and what a surprise! Every surgeon's office I call says "Sorry, we don't take Medicare." I have literally cried buckets over this. Am I to assume that I'm too old to be bothered with, or is it that Medicare doesn't pay enough. Please, please, anyone who knows the answer, I need help. I've noticed doctors who take Medicare/Medicaid, but they are usually fairly young women. Inside I feel young, but my body just doesn't agree, as I'm 100 lbs overweight, high cholesterol, and sleep apnea. I think all are reversible if I could have the surgery. If you know a doctor I could call, please let me know. I'm worried, because I don't notice anyone near my age on the boards. I'm praying someone can help me.

I think most surgerns won't do WLS surgery an anyone over 60 but there may be a few out there who will make an exception. Best of luck and we'll keep our fingers crossed for you. Kallen

Try Dr. Dan Proctor in Gainsville ,Ga. He might do it. God bless you , Judy