Is it best to go to your family doctor before you go to a doctor about the surgery?

I haven't been to my family doctor about my weight. I have some problems like back pain, knee pain and foot pain. I haven't bothered going because it comes and goes. I have a family history of heart attacks, strokes and diabetes. This year I realized after my father had a slight heart attack, that it is possible I could have one to. I have tried everything to lose weight and nothing I do works. I have gone to a diet doctor and have failed in losing weight. I want to have this surgery done but should I start going to my family doctor now?

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