Kimmes

Same here - want no connection!

Here I am currently exploring WLS. I meet with a Dr at the University of MN on November 2nd - not sure if I will qualify for his program as I am currently at a BMI of 38. I need a comorbidity to qualify - I do take Metformin for pre-diabetes, have boarderline high BP and man my knees ache. But I am not sure this will qualify me. I need to show proof of a 6 month diet plan - I have one from 2007=-2008 and 3 months in 2010 but suspect I will need 3 more documented months more recent. I have been a yo-yo dieter for years! I am at my highest ever and feel so depressed about my weight! Super supportive hubby - already okayed me to go to Mexico if needed - just need to come up with $$. That is why I am hoping my insurance would cover the procedure. If they won't - I WILL FIND A WAY TO COME UP WITH THE$$$! Love this site, so much support here.

Please let us know how your surgery goes! I am thinking of using Dr jaime Ponce de leon myself and want to hear all the details!!

Here I go... My first post! I have been lurking for a month or so. Just attended an informational seminar at Abbott Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis. I am hoping to get banded in the new year, I would be delighted if it could happen before, but I think I have a few challenges ahead of me. Tomorrow I meet with my Primary Care Physician - I am going to ask for a letter of recommendation. My BMI is currently 40.3. Anything below 40 and my insurance UHC/Medica makes it more difficult. My consultation with the surgeon is November 2nd, then on the 6 I meet with the dietitian. I will continue to review these boards, I have learned SO much from everyone! Thanks for taking the time to post - us newbies really learn from those that have gone before us! Kim Curent weight 255 Heigh 5"7" BMI 40