Question:
I am a 64 year old male, 100 lbs. overwieght. Does age disqualify me for RNY?

   — Frank M. (posted on January 13, 2002)

January 13, 2002
Hey, Frank -- go for it! Many doctors will perform surgery on us oldsters -- I'm 67 and have my physical tomorrow (last step to surgery) and I'm expecting no problems. I had one doctor's nurse turn me down because it was "too dangerous," but my PCP said, "Nonsense!" Contact [email protected] about the ng for us oldsters from this site, many of whom are post-op. C'mon in; the water is fine! Nina
   — [Deactivated Member]

January 13, 2002
I had my DS at 58. I noticed several folks on this site have had their RNY paid for by Medicare. I don't think age is the ultimate deciding factor. I would go ahead and talk to the surgeon and see what his criteria are.Good Luck, Kathy
   — kathleen S.

January 14, 2002
i just wanted to wish you good luck.
   — joanna G.