@@duckydoom,
I had both surgeries done in Charlotte, North Carolina, and as of right now I have not had any test/labs done. I just began the process to qualify for weight loss surgery. I began to do my research and called various bariatric surgeons offices, but 2 out 3 denied me without reviewing my case. The surgeon in the town I live in asked for my records and reviewed them. Her team advised me to look for a university hospital that would have top surgeons and specialist if needed. I contact the Banner University Hospital in Phoenix, and was told that I would have to attend a seminar, and schedule a consultation so the surgeon can review my case and go from there.