KatieOkieDokie 171 Posted August 7, 2012 I have read/heard that many surgeons will not do WLS if someone's BMI is over 50. I was wondering if anyone have experienced this? As of right now my BMI is around 70, and to get down to 50 I would have to lose almost 100lbs! I was just wondering if anyone else had to lose a great deal of weight before getting WLS due to high BMI 1 bryantcj reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Darkkyss 33 Posted August 7, 2012 My step dad was 60 BMI or close and he was able to have surgery. They will probably want you to lose some weight. He did 6 months of dieting. Best bet is to talk to the Dr. When I went to the seminary I know there were people with high BMI's. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LadyK 164 Posted August 7, 2012 my BMI is 69-70? and all my doc required was that I try to lose 30lbs before, so I could shrink my liver a little bit to make surgery easier. 1 ashleyxx reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
O.T.R. sleever 3,386 Posted August 8, 2012 There are definately doctors that will accept high BMI patients both in the US and Mexico. We have a more than a few members here that started where you are. 1 ashleyxx reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Repoman 70 Posted August 8, 2012 My bmi was 70+ and my dr did mine no prob. If you would like his info just message me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
keldolbeth 262 Posted August 8, 2012 I have read/heard that many surgeons will not do WLS if someone's BMI is over 50. I was wondering if anyone have experienced this? As of right now my BMI is around 70, and to get down to 50 I would have to lose almost 100lbs! I was just wondering if anyone else had to lose a great deal of weight before getting WLS due to high BMI My BMI was 61. One doctor said I had to lose 45 lbs before he would even schedule and 70 before he would operate (to get under 50 BMI). Another doctor said no pre-op weight loss needed. She has operated on patients BMI>70. I ended up going with the first doctor (due to self-pay issues) and am very glad I did. It gave me 4 1/2 months to get into the new habits, making this transition better. (I'm a teacher so I knew I couldn't have surgery until the summer anyway.) They also supported me with NUT and medical weight loss. I lost 65 lbs before surgery, BMI was around 51. No one ever mentioned the 70 lb goal. Obviously I just needed to minimize complications and prove my commitment. On another note, I noticed you're not too far from me. (I'm in Dayton.) The doctor I went with was in Cincinnati but the other one I mentioned is in Dayton. Let me know if you want any info if you don't already have someone in mind. 1 KatieOkieDokie reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KatieOkieDokie 171 Posted August 8, 2012 You went to Dr. Curry (seen it your siggy) That's who I'm actually planning on going to! My cousin went to him for her lapband, and I have heard nothing but good things about him! I have already started changing my habits, I guess I should just buckle up and get motivated so I can get this baby done! The good thing is my family dr. is REALLY working with me too!! I'm just so impatient. lol. My BMI was 61. One doctor said I had to lose 45 lbs before he would even schedule and 70 before he would operate (to get under 50 BMI). Another doctor said no pre-op weight loss needed. She has operated on patients BMI>70. I ended up going with the first doctor (due to self-pay issues) and am very glad I did. It gave me 4 1/2 months to get into the new habits, making this transition better. (I'm a teacher so I knew I couldn't have surgery until the summer anyway.) They also supported me with NUT and medical weight loss. I lost 65 lbs before surgery, BMI was around 51. No one ever mentioned the 70 lb goal. Obviously I just needed to minimize complications and prove my commitment. On another note, I noticed you're not too far from me. (I'm in Dayton.) The doctor I went with was in Cincinnati but the other one I mentioned is in Dayton. Let me know if you want any info if you don't already have someone in mind. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
keldolbeth 262 Posted August 8, 2012 Very cool! My aunt had her band there and she referred me. I liked the whole team, it's a very comprehensive approach. Just be ready for them to tell you that you need to lose some before surgery. It sucks and it does seem daunting but, like I said, it was the best thing for me. I NEVER thought I could lose that much weight without surgery but everyone there was so supportive, encouraging and REALISTIC! They will probably recommend one of their medical weight loss programs for you. Plus, MANY of the employees have had a WLS surgery themselves. If they explain to you why they want you to lose weight first it makes a lot of sense and puts you in the most advantageous position. Just don't get discouraged, at least until after you have your first appointment. Btw, did you know they just opened an office in Dayton? They are only there 2-3 days a month but I'm sure it would be more convenient to do a lot of your pre-op stuff there than going all the way to Cincy. The main office is only 45 minutes from me but it was still a bit of a hassle trying to get there 1-2x a month during my pre-op dieting. Good luck! Message me if you have any questions! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chubarella 87 Posted August 9, 2012 My BMI is at 65 but the doctor only requires me to lose 30 pounds and I'm down 25 so far. 2 KatieOkieDokie and keldolbeth reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KatieOkieDokie 171 Posted August 10, 2012 My cousin had mentioned that there was a rumor an office was going to open in Dayton..so they must have opened one!! Where is at? I tried to google it but had no luck I'm just going to buckle down and get to work! It's the best thing for me! I know this! Very cool! My aunt had her band there and she referred me. I liked the whole team, it's a very comprehensive approach. Just be ready for them to tell you that you need to lose some before surgery. It sucks and it does seem daunting but, like I said, it was the best thing for me. I NEVER thought I could lose that much weight without surgery but everyone there was so supportive, encouraging and REALISTIC! They will probably recommend one of their medical weight loss programs for you. Plus, MANY of the employees have had a WLS surgery themselves. If they explain to you why they want you to lose weight first it makes a lot of sense and puts you in the most advantageous position. Just don't get discouraged, at least until after you have your first appointment. Btw, did you know they just opened an office in Dayton? They are only there 2-3 days a month but I'm sure it would be more convenient to do a lot of your pre-op stuff there than going all the way to Cincy. The main office is only 45 minutes from me but it was still a bit of a hassle trying to get there 1-2x a month during my pre-op dieting. Good luck! Message me if you have any questions! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KatieOkieDokie 171 Posted August 10, 2012 YAY!! You are about there! Congrats!!! My BMI is at 65 but the doctor only requires me to lose 30 pounds and I'm down 25 so far. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SweetSusie1 89 Posted August 10, 2012 my bmi was 74 on surgery day, only requirement was loss 20 lbs to shrink the liver, I had surgery in Dallas TX, good luck! 1 KatieOkieDokie reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KatieOkieDokie 171 Posted August 10, 2012 Thank you my bmi was 74 on surgery day, only requirement was loss 20 lbs to shrink the liver, I had surgery in Dallas TX, good luck! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
keldolbeth 262 Posted August 10, 2012 My cousin had mentioned that there was a rumor an office was going to open in Dayton..so they must have opened one!! Where is at? I tried to google it but had no luck I'm just going to buckle down and get to work! It's the best thing for me! I know this! It was actually supposed to open in March. I started going there the end of January and was super excited about it. Ha! It kept getting delayed and just opened about a month ago. It's on Patterson and Stewart near UD and Miami Valley Hospital. I think the actual address is on Patterson. Are you going to do the initial consultation soon? I would suggest meeting with them before you start trying to lose weight on your own. That way, you know how much you need to lose and they can help you. Even if you don't plan on having surgery for a while or think it will take a while to lose the weight, you only have to do that stuff once and they will keep in contact with you throughout the process. I was self-pay and they were very generous with their pre-op services for my weight loss. They did everything they could to help me, especially with keeping costs down. If you haven't already, go to one of his seminars. If you schedule your first appointment at the seminar you get a discount on the program fee. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chubarella 87 Posted August 10, 2012 YAY!! You are about there! Congrats!!! Thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
