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Hi, my name is Julia and I'm just beginning the research into having this procedure done. I am currently 234 pounds at 5'7" tall. I'm not even sure that I qualify for the procedure...I'm thinking about seeing a doctor. Just in the beginning of my fact finding mission, I guess.

Anyway, I'm glad to be here, and I'm hoping that this is the beginning of the end of stuggling with my weight, which has been a lifetime issue for me.

Take Care,

Julia

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Hey there Julia, welcome to the board.

Different doctors have different restrictions. A lot depends on co-morbidities and BMI.

There are likely seminars in your local area, check them out - they are a wealth of information and you'll likely meet the people you can work with (the surgeons).

Best of luck!

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I second that Welcome and all Dawg said. Good luck in your search for answers about your weight challenges. We all know how difficult it is to carry that burden.

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Well, your BMI is 36.6, so if you have a co-morbidity or two you would almost certainly qualify. From the surgeon's point of view anyway, don't know about the insurance - most insurance companies try to get out of paying for this.

I'm so happy I got this surgery... my weight is slowly coming off and I finally have hope of being "normal" weight-wise again.

Good luck with your research!

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hey Julia....(((((welcome)))))

smiles and hope to see ya around.....today is my first day posting and I was met with some of the nicest people on the block.

smiles....diane : )

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