Should I change doctors?

2 Years ago I went to Dr. Vanguri for surgery consideration. I was denied by two different insurance companies. I had given up on the surgery, but I just started at a new job with GREAT insurance. I already called and they told me that inpatient surgery for gastric bypass was 100% covered. I turned in a new set of paperwork for Dr. Vanguri, but was told that since he saw me 2 years ago, I would have to go to the consultation and examination again. They are not scheduling those until november. Then it would be at least February or March before a surgery date. I called Dr. Roe in Baltimore (since I would have to start over anyway) and have an October 3rd appointment for a presentation and was told that I could have the initial consulation with the doctor approximately 1-2 weeks after the presentation. Once approved, the surgery would be scheduled about one month after that. Should I stick with Dr. Vanguri or change doctors? I have been waiting 2 years. I would like to have surgery sooner than the spring. Also, how long did you have to wait before driving and returning to work? I work for a school system. I have 2 weeks off in December and am hoping to have surgery close to that vacation time.

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