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*If anyone else has been here before, please let me know!* So my PCP appointment is Monday. I am so anxious and nervous at the same time. Due to recently moving, I have only seen my current PCP once before, for just an initial new patient physical and blood work. (She did note at the time that my blood pressure was high and that I am clearly obese, hence giving me information on weight loss) This time I am going to be bringing with me my bariatric surgery packet with the letter of support for her to sign off on, clearing me for surgery. I'm so nervous she will say that since she hasn't been treating me for long, she wants to see what happens if she puts me on some medically supervised diet. Since I was 13 I've been on some type of diet, with no lasting results. Making it a medically supervised one will not do the trick. I'm trying so hard not to be a negative Nancy, but there is a lot of stress and anxiety with the thought of her denying me. Even though I haven't been with her long, there should be a clear history of at least 5 years of obesity (for insurance purposes). I have been doing all the research I can get my hands on and I have been to the first bariatric surgery seminar. Anyone else been in my position? Any words of advice would be great!

Thank you all for responding! I had my PCP appointment and she was all for it! Even congratulated me on making the decision for weight loss surgery. Now the process begins

22 and starting the process Here for ya girl!

@@Cervidae I just noticed that your surgeon was Dr. Forbes. That's who mine will be

Good Morning all! My first time on here. Just looking to share stories and gain support from people who have been in my shoes at the starting line. I decided to take my weight into my own hands and get gastric bypass. My very first seminar is tonight so I'm a little anxious about that. But any support or advice will be greatly appreciated! cruisin' for losin'