adamg1700

I am new to this forum, was recommended by a friend. I am 24 years old and weigh about 539 my height is 5'7 i'm planning to have the sleeve. I have meet with the local and well know surgeon. He has recommend that I have two operations first the sleeve and come back in 5 years for the Duodenal Switch. He has told me that he will not operate on my unless I lose 162 lbs. I have several friends and family that have had the sleeve and weighed around my weight and did not have to lose near as much as he's asking me to. My question to the group is, have you heard of doing two surgeries (I'd be happy with one.) and how much did you have to lose prior to your surgery? Also any other tips you may have! Thanks Adam