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Thanks everyone for all of your replies it does make me feel better. She is part of the surgery team. I saw the surgeon first then the nutritionist. He didn't say that I would not be a good candidate. He in fact said I would feel so much better after losing the first 40lbs. I guess you guys are right i just needed to hear this from others that know my struggle. My PCP was definitely all for it as she has been with me through a lot of my ups and downs. Thanks, as of right now I'm forging ahead. You guys are the best.

I had my first appointment yesterday. I had my mind set on the gastric sleeve. I have had success with diets in the past but I am never able to keep the weight off it just keeps coming back with a little more added. I am 5'3" and weigh 231 lbs now. I saw the nutrition who thinks that this is too drastic a measure since I have had some measure of success in the past. Now I am confused. I don't have any weight related issues yet and don't want to get any which is one of the reason that I wanted to start this journey. I forgot to mention that I have never gotten below 185. She also stated that I will probably gain the weight back, and that I'm really not that big. I am willing to work hard and know that this isn't a magic pill. I have been reading the post hear and think that everyone gives great advice. Please tell me what you think. Thanks

I am in the same situation. I attend my first meeting next week. I have Cigna open access. My Bmi is just 40. I recently have had a A1C level of 6.9 usually Im 6.2 or so. I have been overweight all my life. After Yo Yo dieting in recent years I decided that I needed real help. I'm afraid since my Bmi only reached 40 in the last month and I dont have official diabetes or high blood pressure or anything else associated I may get denied. Has anyone else had Cigna and just reach 40 for a BMI with no other significant (according to them) issues? My Cigna is from New York.