I just found you guys...

Hi, I'm new to this board and I just want to say a warm hello.  I'm 40 yrs old and I'm in the beginning stages of getting things going towards WLS.  My PCP just referred me to the Bariatrics program at Kaiser in South San Francisco and I'm scheduled to go in for an orientation on June 17th!  I can hardly wait.  I'm excited...scared...and nervous about the road ahead, but I'm ready for this change in my life.

Congrats and welcome!!!!  All those emotions are real and normal!!!  Laugh when you can, cry when you can, it's all good for the soul!!! Blessings, Nina

Thanks so much, Nina.  You're an inspiration.  I hope to join you on the losers bench some day.  I hope you have a great weekend!

Hi... I am new here too... Just wanted to say hello.  I too am a member of Kaiser.  I went through the classes last year and they were awesome.   I have finally convinced myself that I definitely want the surgery and I am starting the process with the surgeon.  Most of the people I attended classes with have had the surgery and are looking and feeling great.... guess I'm just a hard head and it took me a little longer.   If there is anything I can help you with just let me know.