Need Help!

Hi

I am currently on 2 lists for WLS in New Brunsick.  My family doctor has recommended that I outsource surgery wait times in other provinces, the US or even Mexico.  This really scares me but my BMI is around 72.  If you can give me an idea of how long of a wait it is in other provinces etxc  I would really appreciate it. I called Medicare in NB and they advised that they will pay for surgery in another province  except Quebec but I need to find a doctor, then have my family doctor and the surgeon write a letter to the NB Medicare board to ensure payment would be made.  I'm lost at where to start so I thought I know...the great groups on OH can help.  I'm even considering going self pay if necessary

Thanks
Angela

In NS they are saying the wait is up to 2 years..or more. Just so you know, the sugeon there does not do WLS on anyone with a BMI higher than 60. They do provide a weightloss program for those people to get there..but the wait is still the same.

Hi Angela:
I``m with the Ontario Forum but check out the other province forums too.  I am currently waiting for my surgery date for toronto.  It has taken me a year to get this far.  A friend of mine is having it done in Guelph Ontario (about 30 minutes from toronto).  Wait time is only 4-6 months.  The doctors name in Guelph is Dr Reed and phone is 519-763-8442.  In Toronto it is called the MIS Group and you can google this to get on their site.  I know this is a long way to come but if your wait time is years it might be worth it.

Hope this helps.

Cheryl