Why PCP would want me to lose weight!

Hello! I was just wondering why my PCP would want me to lose 22# in 3 months when considering the surgery? I am 5"4 weigh 225# my BMI is 38.6 at age 32.I suffer from acid reflux,arthitis in my knees,lower back problems,and high blood pressureand already had my gall bladder out and a hysterrectomy.She said I am not a candidate for the 2 diet pills.but if i lose 22# that would not qualify me. She asked that I do a 6 month 1500-1800 calorie diet,keep a food journal,see a physical therapist(which I started)keep a weight journal along with blood pressure one,see a nutritionist(which I made the appointment),get blood work.I just don't understand she is the one who reccomended the gastric bypass.I did do the Atkins diet for one year and lost 59 pounds but put it back on.Not allowed to do that because of BP.I have UPMC Enhanced HMO insurance and they do ask for medical management and pre-authorization to cover WLS. I do not have any medical document of weight lose. I am sorry this is so long just trying not to forget anything.If anyone could please help I would appreciate it very much.She did not reccomend me to a surgeon yet.Hoping I can get this done I have a family history of cancer,diabetes,heart disease.My mother was 51 years old weighing 386 pound when she passed away and I feel I am going in the same direction.THANK YOU

We greatly appreciate your interest in helping us build our Q&A database. To discourage vandals from posting garbage, however, we require people to register before posting.

You must be logged in to post an answer. Click here to log in.