I'm not sure but I think it is .. WHAT DO I DO NOW?

I have thought long and hard about WLS and decided it is right for me. My problem is I cannot find a dr who will agree and my therapist says it's tood rastic a step to consider. Little background on me, I'm 23, weigh 315# and can't seem to lose. I've done the diet thing. Slimfast, Lo fat, Low Cal, Tons of walking, etc, and while it's helped me to not gain as fast it has not helped me to lose. I'm convinced diets are the governments way of making me waste my husband's hard earned money :) I don't want to 'wait' till I'm 'older and out of options' b/c I have SERIOUS history of major medical probs in my family. My sister is extremely overweight, 35, and diabetic. Diabetes is my family's curse. Atm I've got pain in my knee and ankle, back pain, family history of severe medical conditions, major depressive disorder enhanced due to my weight, and the list goes on. I talked things over with my husband and he is very supportive of my desire to have this surgery and start a real life that I can enjoy my kids while they are still kids. I've read every piece of info I can find on this surgery. I know the benefits, and the risks, and in my eyes the benefits far outweigh the risks. I guess my question is how do I find a dr who will help me on this trip? Where do I find him/her at? I live in Austin, Texas. I've tried 2 diff gen practice doctors to talk about things with and they all cut me off once i mention the words diet, WLS, etc. If anyone in or around Austin/San Antonio area has had the WLS and can help me please let me know. I want to start my new life as soon as possible. - Renee

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