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Hi All, Sorry to break any threads but i'm looking for some information. I am going to make an appointment with my PCP for April 30 and I know he will give me all the info I want/need but I'm an inpatient person who has done more research than I care to admit. I have been a member of Weigh****chers, lost 31 pounds and regained 23 pounds (179 was my lowest weight). I currently weigh 201. I have Type 2 and my a1c's are all over the charts. I'm pretty physically active but can't seem to get the food portion under control. I have been working out with a personal trainer since Nov 2007. The scale is not going down. I'm 5'5, weigh 201, and have recently started seeing elevated B/P as well as some skin irritation because of my stomach size. (I carry all of my weight in my midsection) My BMI is right at 34%. Research shows i'd be a candidate at 35% BMI with co-morbid conditions. I don't think WLS is an easy way out by any means but I certainly feel it's an option for me. I've watched my uncle who is a diabetic lose both legs (amputee to both knees) as a result of diabetes. I'm 37 years old and don't want to struggle with health conditions for the rest of my life. My question is with my current weight...am I crazy to consider WLS? We have a center of excellence about 20 minutes south of me and review of their program really impresses me. Thanks in advance for any information or support you may have. ~Kristina

Have you considered the Lap Band?  Since you are a researcher, you might check it out.

Hi Kristina!  Just wanted to let you know about another option.  VSG or vertical sleeve gastrectomy!  It is a restriction procedure like the band. I'm not sure which- if any- surgeons are are doing this procedure in Iowa.  I would be happy to give you more info about it (just pm me)  or there is also a VSG (vertical sleeve surgery) forum on OH as well!