saramoonrize

Hi there, I've recently been accepted into the Kaiser weigh loss program. I know that this program will take some time before surgery (up to a year, I understand) and i'm okay with that... here are my questions: So far, Ive found that the Pacific North West Kaiser does not do the lap band (I dont want that anyway) and they focus on the bypass surgery. I, after doing my research, want the sleeve. So much so that - rather than have the bypass - i'll private pay the sleeve. I'd rather have my insurance help. I'm wondering if anyone has had the sleeve through Kaiser PNW? Also, I have PCOS and bone on bone in one knee - and i'm only 32. I'm wondering if people that have done the kaiser program can give me a little more insight as to if that would qualify me for the surgery? As I understand it Kaiser works different depending which area you are in. If anyone has gone through this in the Northwest and can give me info, i'd appreciate it. Thanks!

<3 you! I'm totally digging this site. thanks for giving it to me!

that's a good idea! so far all the site and literature says bypass only but i'm going to move forward anyway. I figure ill probably learn something about myself along the way - regardless.

so happy for you Jenn!! Let me know how it goes. I just mailed back my packet today so hopefully i'll have more information soon! thanks for your kind words. :thumbup:

kaiser in CA is a different entity than in the PNW, as i understand it. thanks though....